Course Overview
This course aims to improve knowledge and understanding of autism, providing an overview of what autism is and how it impacts daily life.
What You'll Learn
- • Understand learning disabilities and autism.
- • Identify the most common types of autism.
- • Recognise that individuals experience autism differently.
- • Apply approaches that improve wellbeing for people with autism and learning disabilities.
- • Understand the roles of carers and others in supporting autistic individuals.
- • Identify factors that influence communication and interaction with autistic individuals.
- • Implement person-centred approaches to encourage positive communication.
- • Work in ways that ensure diverse needs are met.
- • Understand key pieces of legislation relating to learning disabilities.
- • Recognise what LeDeR is and its significance for individuals with learning disabilities and those in the care sector.
