Child Care and Understanding Autism Level 3

Course code: OSC1102

Develop your knowledge in child care and understanding autism in this bundle, from home!

Gain an insight into the different types of child care settings, such as nursery, pre-school, and child minding from home
Learn about the legal requirements of caring for children
Study the growth and development of babies and young children
Learn how to provide babies and young children with a healthy and enriching care environment
Understand how autism is identified and defined
Explore the key features of autism in terms of ‘the triad of impairments’
Identify and understand the key features of disorders that may accompany autism or be diagnosed alongside it
Learn that autism is a spectrum disorder which affects individuals in a wide variety of ways
Identify practical ways to support individuals in their day to day functioning
Understand how best to support individuals with autism in terms of promoting good health, social inclusion and active participation
Explore the problems individuals with autism may face in terms of discrimination, bullying and access to opportunities and services

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All course materials will be delivered to you by post or via email, so it couldn’t be easier. Our experienced and friendly tutors will help you every step of the way.

You may start at any time and have a full year to complete your studies, so you can work at your own pace. Completed coursework can be delivered by post or via email, so handing in an assignment is simple.

Course Duration

Up to 2 years.

Study Hours

Approximately 160 hours.

Course Outcome

Child Care Level 3 and Understanding Autism Level 3.

Entry Requirements

You do not need any previous knowledge to enrol on to this course, although a good standard of English to a level 2 would be beneficial.

Assessment

Tutor-marked assignments.

Child Care Level 3

Unit 1

Healthy Living

What is a 'healthy lifestyle?'
Exercise
Healthy eating
Activities for young children
Well-being for children and their families

Unit 2

Child Care at Home

Documentation required for a home child care business
Intellectual development
Supervision and travel to destinations away from the child care setting
Good health and safety practices indoors and outdoors

Unit 3

Building Positive Relationships

Current legal requirements
Respecting and valuing individuality
How to deal with conflict

Unit 4

Health Promotion and Development

Types of foods that should be avoided
Special dietary requirements
Childhood chronic diseases and how they can affect development
Government guidelines on food and nutrition

Unit 5

Administrative Procedures Within the Child Care Setting

Data Protection Act
Keeping accurate and up-to-date information
Methods and systems for recording financial information
Tax and VAT
Storing data

Unit 6

Development and Learning

Using ICT
Safety concerns
Literacy, language and communication
Numeracy, reasoning skills and problem-solving
Physical development
Personal, social and emotional development
Creative development

Understanding Autism Level 3

Unit 1

Introduction to Autism

The triad of impairments
Communication and social interaction
Repetitive and obsessive behaviour
Diagnosis
Effects

Unit 2

Supporting Individuals with Communication, Social Interaction and Behaviour

Legislation
Formal and informal networks
Communication and social reaction
Managing behaviour

Unit 3

Understanding Sensory Processing Disorder

Sensory Processing Disorder
Five key senses
The vestibular system’
Proprioception

Unit 4

Identifying and Understanding Other Conditions Associated with Autism

Conditions
Supporting individuals

Unit 5

Supporting Individuals with Autism to Maintain a Healthy and Active Lifestyle

Poor health
Social exclusion
Develop plans
Social inclusion
Safeguarding

Unit 6

The Importance of Person-Centred Values in Supporting Individuals with Autism

Person-centred values
Person-centred practice

Assessment

This course is assessed by a series of assignments which are submitted to your tutor for marking. No external examination is required.

Course Duration

Once enrolled, you will have two years to complete this bundle (one year per course), which will allow you to work at your own pace, without the pressure of tight deadlines. You will also receive 12 months tutor support for each course, so you can feel confident that you’ll get the help you need. Studying around your work and family commitments has never been easier.

Study Method

This course will enable you to work when and where you want. You can study from home or at work; it is completely up to you. All your materials will be posted or emailed to you, whichever you choose. You will also receive our amazing tutor support by email, so help is only a click away!

Course Outcomes

At the end of this course successful learners will receive two Certificate’s of Achievement. One from ABC Awards and Certa Awards for the Understanding Autism Level 3 course which includes a Learner Unit Summary (which lists the components the learner has completed as part of the course). Learners will also receive a Certificate of Achievement from Training Qualifications UK (TQUK) for the Child Care Level 3 course.

Awarding Bodies

ABC Awards

The Understanding Autism Level 3 course has been endorsed by ABC Awards and Certa Awards for its high-quality. This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. We will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the ABC Awards and Certa Awards website.

This course has been benchmarked at Level 3 against level descriptors published by Ofqual, to indicate the depth of knowledge and understanding that you would expect at this level.

TQUK

The Child Care Level 3 course has been designed by Open Study College to meet specific learners’ or employers’ requirements. The course has been endorsed by TQUK. This means Open Study College have undergone external quality checks to ensure that the organisation and the courses’ it offers meet a high standard. Regular reviews of our courses are carried out as part of the endorsement process.

The completion of this course alone does not lead to an Ofqual regulated qualification but may be used as evidence of knowledge and skills towards regulated qualifications in the future. The unit summary can be used as evidence towards your Recognition of Prior Learning if you wish to progress your studies in this sector.

The course depth and study has been benchmarked at Level 3 against level descriptors published by Ofqual.

What skills are needed to enrol in this course?

You do not need any previous knowledge to enrol on to this course, although a good standard of English to a level 2 would be beneficial.

Is there a time limit for completion of this course?

You may start at any time and have two years to complete this bundle (one year per course). This bundle is truly flexible and is designed to be adaptable around your lifestyle.

What is included in the cost of my course?

Dedicated personal tutor support
Dedicated student support
Assignment marking and feedback
FREE CV critique service
FREE employability guide to help you impress future employers
FREE XO Student Discounts card
* Comprehensive study guide
* Exclusive Open Study College Pen
* Student study planner
* Three colour highlighter
* Student notebook
* Document wallet

* Not included with the online study option

Are there any additional costs?

No, everything you need is included in the price!

How do I get my work assessed?

You will send your work to your personal course tutor for them to mark and return to you. On successful completion of the course you will be awarded your Child Care Level 3 and Understanding Autism Level 3 Certificates.

What happens if I lose my course pack?

It's not a problem. We offer a course replacement service, so if you get into trouble and your course pack is lost or damaged, our Student Support Team can provide you with a new set of materials for a one-time additional fee.

What if I still have questions?

That's not a problem. We want to make sure you’re 100% confident about enrolling on the course and starting your study. So, just give our Student Adviser Team a call on 03300 563 100 and they’ll do their best to help.