Understanding Autism QLS 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 behavioural difficulties

• 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

Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for anyone currently working in a childcare or education setting who are working with children or young people with autism.

Assessment

This course is assessed by a series of assignments which are submitted to your tutor for marking. No external examination or practical work is required, so you can complete all assessed work from home.

Course duration

You may start at any time and have a full year to complete your studies. We suggest that the course will take approximately 100 hours to complete. This allows you to work at your own pace, without the pressure of tight deadlines.

Study method

This course will be studied entirely via distance learning, meaning you will complete your learning either from home or a place that suits you. Full tutor support will be available via email, so if you have any questions or need some guidance, your tutor will be here to help. Your course materials will include a series of self-assessment exercises and tutor-marked questions to allow both yourself and your tutor to monitor your progress.

The study method you choose depends on your personal learning style. Your options are:

• Study pack: if you choose the study pack option, you will be sent a set of printed course materials.
• Study online: if you choose this option, you will be sent your login details to our online portal through which you will access your course materials digitally. You can access your course via a desktop/laptop computer, tablet, or smartphone.

Course outcome

Once you have successfully completed this course, you will receive a certificate of achievement in Understanding Autism Level 3 from the Quality License Scheme. You will also receive a learner unit summary which will list the components you have completed as part of your course.

Awarding body

This course has been endorsed by the Quality License Scheme for its high-quality course materials. This course has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme who endorse high-quality, non-regulated provisions and training programmes. This course and/or training programme is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider 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 Quality Licence Scheme website.

What next?

This knowledge-based course will allow you to apply the knowledge and skills you have gained during your studies to your current role, as well as being a great addition to your CV to help you stand out to any future employers.