This course will help care workers to care for people with Autism. By the end of this eLearning course, learners should understand:
- What an 'Autism Spectrum Condition' is
- How autism affects people
- How to improve your communication with autistic people
- How to best support people with autism
- How to reduce the incidence of Behaviours that Challenge
This course will help care workers to care for people with Autism. By the end of this eLearning course, learners should understand:
- What an ‘Autism Spectrum Condition’ is
- How autism affects people
- How to improve your communication with autistic people
- How to best support people with autism
- How to reduce the incidence of Behaviours that Challenge
This course, coupled with Supporting People with Learning Disabilities, covers all requirements of the Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disabilities and Autism.
Course Consultant
Hugh Asher
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Overview
This online training course has been designed specifically for Care and Support Workers working in a social care setting. It may also be useful to a wider audience of people who would like to know more about Caring for People with Autism.
Interactive Video Lessons, Assessment Quiz and a CPD Accredited Certificate
Subjects covered include:
- What autism is
- Causes of autism
- Diagnosing the condition
- Other conditions autistic people may face
- How to provide care and support to people with autism
- Behaviours that challenge
- Safeguarding adults with autism
- Communicating with people with autism
Core Capabilities Framework for Supporting Autistic People:
Tier 2 (department of Health and Social Care)
Supports Understanding Autism – RQF
Hugh Asher, BSc (Hons), MSc (Merit), PhD (Applied Social Science)
As a course consultant, Hugh brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to his role. His extensive background in working with individuals with diverse needs, combined with his passion for utilising nature as a therapeutic tool, allows him to provide valuable insights and guidance to learners.
Participants in the courses “Caring for People with Autism”, “Supporting People with Learning Disabilities”, “Mental Health Awareness” and “Mental Health, Dementia and Learning Disabilities” can expect to gain valuable skills and understanding in providing effective care and support.
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