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Free Level 3 Autism Course Online – West London College

CostFREE
Duration6 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Autism Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your existing commitments. This free autism course for adults covers how autism is understood and diagnosed, the legislative framework that protects autistic individuals, communication and social interaction support, therapeutic interventions, safeguarding responsibilities, and how to manage transitions. You study through an interactive online platform and the course typically takes 6 months to complete. You'll need to be aged 19 or older on 31 August in the year you start, eligible to study in the UK, and have access to a computer and a stable internet connection.

Who this course is for

Adults (19+)

Entry requirements

You will need to be:

aged 19 or older on 31 August in the year you wish to study be eligible to study in the UK, with 'in-date' evidence that shows that you will be resident in the UK for the duration of the course and not currently studying an apprenticeship programme

You will also need access to a computer (laptop or desktop), and a stable internet connection, to access our interactive online learning platform.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand how autism is defined and how theories about it have developed over time.
  • You'll learn the current laws and frameworks that protect the rights of autistic individuals.
  • You'll develop skills to support communication and social interaction for people with autism.
  • You'll explore a range of therapeutic interventions and support options, including those for co-occurring conditions.
  • You'll learn how to support individuals through transitions in a positive and person-centred way.
  • You'll understand how autistic individuals can be vulnerable and what your safeguarding responsibilities are.
  • You'll learn how to adopt a positive approach when supporting people with autism.

How you will learn

You study through an interactive online learning platform, working through written materials at your own pace. Assessment is by an online portfolio of evidence, which includes written tasks and essay-style questions. An assessor is assigned to you, marks your work, and gives written feedback throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

You'll need access to a computer (laptop or desktop) and a stable internet connection to use the online learning platform. West London College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support worker, helping autistic adults or children in care or community settings
  • Learning support assistant, working in schools or colleges alongside autistic pupils
  • Residential care worker, supporting autistic individuals in supported living
  • Community support worker, assisting autistic people with daily life and independence
  • Autism outreach worker, providing specialist support in education or social care
  • Healthcare assistant, working in settings that support people with autism

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, a broader qualification that opens more senior support roles.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Autism, for deeper specialist knowledge if you want to move into a lead or advisory role.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training, if you want to teach or train others in autism awareness.
  • A degree in social work or learning disability nursing, for those aiming toward a registered professional role.
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