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Free Level 2 Autism Course Online – Chelmsford College

CostFREE
Duration12 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Autism Course. Study online at your own pace, so you can fit learning around your other commitments. This free autism course for adults takes around 12 weeks to complete. You'll build a solid understanding of autism and learn how to support people with the condition in practical, person-centred ways. The course is useful across healthcare, social care, education, and related sectors. You'll need to be aged 19 or over on 31 August in the funding year to qualify for free study.

Who this course is for

This course is aimed at individuals aged 19 or above who are interested in gaining knowledge about autism and how to provide support to those affected by it. As the awareness of autism is constantly increasing, there is a growing demand for people who understand the condition. This Level 2 online Autism course provides an excellent opportunity to gain this knowledge; whether you are a parent with a child who has Autism or you are seeking to enhance your career prospects in teaching or caregiving, this course will serve you well. Moreover, with 19+ funding, this course is likely free for you to study.

Entry requirements

There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification. However, learners may find it helpful if they’ve already achieved a Level 1 qualification.

Specific Entry Requirements:

On the first day of learning, a learner must be aged 19 or older on 31 August within the 2024 to 2025 funding year to be ESFA funded.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore what autism is and how it affects individuals differently.
  • You'll learn about person-centred approaches to supporting people with autism.
  • You'll understand how positive communication methods can make a real difference.
  • You'll study strategies for supporting positive behaviour.
  • You'll learn how to help individuals with autism live healthy and fulfilling lives.
  • You'll examine the role of carers, educators, and support workers in autism support.

How you will learn

This is an online course, so you study in your own time without attending a classroom. Learning is delivered through online materials you work through at your own pace. Assessment is based on written assignments and knowledge checks completed online. You submit your work digitally, and it is marked against the qualification's requirements.

What you will need to bring

Chelmsford College will confirm anything you need before you start. You'll need reliable internet access and a device to study on, such as a laptop, tablet, or desktop computer.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support Worker: provide day-to-day support to people with autism.
  • Care Assistant: assist individuals with autism in home or residential settings.
  • Teaching Assistant: support pupils with autism in schools and classrooms.
  • Early Years Practitioner: work with young children who have additional needs.
  • Community Support Worker: help people with autism access local services.
  • Healthcare Support Worker: assist clinical teams supporting autistic patients.

What you could study next

This level 2 autism qualification opens the door to several Level 3 courses. The Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism goes deeper into the subject. The Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England suits those moving into care roles. The Level 3 Diploma for the Children's Workforce (Early Years Educator) is worth considering if you want to work with young children. Each of these builds on what you learn in this course.

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