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Level 2 Autism Course Online – Poole Adult Learning Centre

Cost£165.00
Duration24 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Autism Course. Study online at your own pace, from home or anywhere with a reliable internet connection. This autism course takes around 24 weeks to complete. You'll develop an understanding of autism and the principles of supporting people with autism, covering person-centred approaches, positive communication, and supporting healthy and fulfilled lives. You'll need good IT skills and regular access to a computer, laptop, or tablet.

Who this course is for

We have designed this course to support you with working in the care sector. Successful completion of this course will provide skills and knowledge required for job roles working in care and support. This course is designed to support learners aged 19+ to progress into employment or further learning, depending on their own needs and interests. You will need good IT skills and access to a computer, laptop or tablet with regular and reliable internet connection. This can be at home, at work, or in a library.

You can check the suitability of this course for a preferred career path or route to employment by looking at various job profiles on the National Careers Service website https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/.

There is an expectation that if you enrol on this course, you are willing to commit fully to the period of time involved in this course, the associated home study and the assessed work required, and intend to sit the examination if applicable. You should consider your readiness to commit to study and we have a study support toolbox to help you with this: https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/toolbox/ English language skills at Level 1 are required. You will be asked to complete an online assessment in English after submitting a course application.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand what autism is and how it affects individuals differently.
  • You'll explore person-centred approaches to supporting people with autism.
  • You'll learn how positive communication methods can influence outcomes for autistic individuals.
  • You'll develop strategies to support positive behaviour.
  • You'll understand how to help individuals with autism live healthy and fulfilled lives.

How you will learn

You'll study through an e-learning package and complete assessment activities electronically. A tutor will review your work and provide written feedback on your progress. They'll also suggest additional learning activities to help you build the knowledge needed to complete the qualification. You can study at any time and from any location where you have access to a device and the internet.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a computer, laptop, or tablet with regular and reliable internet access. This can be at home, at work, or elsewhere. Poole Adult Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support Worker: assist autistic individuals in care or community settings.
  • Care Assistant: provide day-to-day support in residential or home care.
  • Learning Support Assistant: support autistic pupils in schools or colleges.
  • Community Support Worker: help individuals live independently in the community.
  • Residential Support Worker: work in supported living or care homes.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award or Certificate in Autism: deepens your knowledge and strengthens your position for senior support roles.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: a broader qualification that covers a wide range of care settings and is often required for senior or supervisory roles.
  • Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Care: builds on your autism qualification with practical, work-based learning across the care sector.
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