Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism

Category: Health and Social Care

Course Overview

This qualification has been designed for learners who wish to develop an understanding of autism and knowledge about how to support individuals with autism.

Autism is a spectrum condition that affects how a person communicates with others and how they interpret the world around them.

There are around 700,000 people in the UK with autism – more than 1 in every 100. Having a clear understanding of the misconceptions, diagnoses and support surrounding autism are just some of the essential skills needed when working in mental health.

Did you know...

1% people are diagnosed as autistic. The true figure is likely higher.

5% of school children had a diagnosis in 2022/23

3:1 the ratio of men to women who are diagnosed as autistic.

122k open autism referrals in June 2022

The finer detail

Level 2 - Certificate

Duration - 8 weeks

Awarding Body - NCFE

Start Date - Anytime

Delivery - Online learning

Funding - Fully Funded

Commercial - £399

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Qualification Levels Explained

The important bits

This course is made up of six units:

How autistic people process sensory information
The characteristics that may be present in autistic individuals
The conditions that commonly occur with autism
Common misconceptions surrounding autism
How speech, language and communication may differ in autistic people
How legislation and guidance underpins support

Eligibility Criteria

If you meet the eligibility criteria and would like to enrol onto one of our funded programmes, then complete this form and a member of the team will be in contact.

A person must be working within a care setting in order to complete the observational requirements of this qualification.
Aged 19 or over on or after 31st August 23.
Must not already hold the qualification that is being delivered.
Must not already hold a higher qualification in same subject
Must reside within a Greater London Authority postcode and where applicable must have permission to live in the UK for at least 12 months on the first day of learning.

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What related qualifications can you progress to?

Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to:

Level 3 Diploma for the Children's Workforce (Early Years Educator)
Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England
Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England)
Level 3 Award in Supporting Children and Young People with Autism
Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support Services
Level 3 Diploma in Clinical Healthcare Support

Career progression opportunities

By completing the qualification, learners will develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of autism, which could support progression onto appropriate qualifications, and into relevant employment, in the health and social care sector.