Course overview
This qualification is designed for learners who want to increase their knowledge and understanding of autism. Successful completion of this qualification will allow learners to develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of autism, which would support progression onto appropriate qualifications and into employment within the health and social care sector.
This qualification covers:
Autism in Context
Positive Behavioural Support for Individuals with Autism
Understanding Support and Management of Transitions for Individuals with Autism
Therapeutic Interventions and Support Available for Individuals with Autism and Co-occurring Conditions
Communication and Social Interaction with Individuals with Autism
Safeguarding and Resilience in Autism
Course information
Assessment involves completion of relevant units which are completed as distance learning and submitted online to the college.
Upon completion of the course, students can apply for other distance learning programmes or where appropriate use their newly acquired knowledge in practice.
- You must be at least 19 years old.
- You must have lived within England for a minimum of three years and/or have residency status.
- It is highly recommended that you have completed a level 2 in this subject area and already hold GCSE grade 4 / C in English.
The course is £811; however, you can study for free if any of the following applies:
- You are 19 or over and do not already have a level 3 qualification
- You already have a level 3 qualification or higher but earn below the National Living Wage annually
- You already have a level 3 qualification or higher but are unemployed You must currently live in the Tees Valley area to qualify for any of the above funding. If none of the above applies to you, you can apply for an Advanced Learner Loan from the Student Loans Company.
To apply, click the ‘Apply Now’ button and fill in an online application form.
For any further enquiries, contact distancelearning@stockton.ac.uk
This course can only be studied online.
