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Level 2 Certificate Understanding Autism
Subject Area
Health & Social Care
Student Type
Adults
Study Mode
Distance Learning
Course Type
Adult Further Education
What is the course about?
This course is designed to develop your knowledge and awareness of autism. Autism is a spectrum condition that affects how a person communicates with others and how they interpret the world around them. Having a clear understanding of the misconceptions, diagnoses, and support surrounding autism is essential when working in mental health. This valuable knowledge will be developed throughout the qualification.
Why should I choose the course?
This qualification is suitable for students who are already working with individuals with learning disabilities, or those who wish to enter this sector. Although the course is chiefly aimed at those working within healthcare or social care, it may also be useful for those working in education or housing support. The course will provide you with the knowledge and understanding you need to work with individuals with learning disabilities. You will also explore the principles of safeguarding and positive risk taking, as well as gaining an awareness of the autistic spectrum.
What will I learn?
The course will cover a wide range of modules, including:
- Introduction to autism
- Using a person-centred approach to support individuals with autism
- Communication and social interaction in individuals with autism
- Sensory processing, perception, and cognition in individuals with autism
- Supporting positive behaviour in individuals with autism
- Supporting individuals with autism to live healthy and fulfilled lives
What will the course lead on to?
If you are already employed within this sector or hope to be in the future, this course will boost your skills and make a valuable addition to your CV. If you wish to study further, we have a range of relevant qualifications across this subject area, which can be viewed on our website. For more information, contact our Learner Services Team on 01925 494400 or learner.services@wvr.ac.uk.
What support is available?
We have a team of staff dedicated to providing learning support if required, as well as a Welfare Team that is on hand to offer guidance, support and help when needed. Additionally, eligible students can access a wide range of finance and funding support to help them during their time at college.
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Why should I choose to study the course at Warrington & Vale Royal College?
Warrington & Vale Royal College has been rated as a good college in the latest Ofsted inspection. It has an excellent reputation for vocational courses and responds to specific business needs when requested. The tutors at Warrington & Vale Royal College are highly experienced in their fields and have a great deal of industry knowledge to impart. Our distance learning courses are delivered entirely online, allowing you to benefit from expert teaching in the comfort of your own home.
What are the entry requirements?
You should have access and be able to use online learning platforms and be able to cope with level 2 literacy.
If you are aged 19-23 you must hold a full level 2 qualification.
If you are currently undertaking an apprenticeship programme you will be exempt from enrolling on this course.
Are there any additional costs associated with the course?
There are no specific extra costs apart from access to IT and the internet, as well as any books/stationery you wish to purchase yourself.
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