Why This Course Matters
Certificate in Autism is an application-based programme that focuses on building skills which enables a practitioner to work more effectively with individuals on the autism spectrum.
The programme is designed to bridge the “knowing-doing” gap by adopting a highly hands-on approach to learning. Participants will be expected to translate theoretical frameworks into a practical model, which directs them to analyse needs, select priority goals and design individualised methodology to teach individuals (on the autism spectrum) with varying support levels.
Topics include:
- The unique learning needs, challenges and strengths of individuals on the autism spectrum
- Overview of good practices for individuals on the autism spectrum
- Application of Structured Teaching (TEACCH) principles and its key elements
- Physical organisation of the learning environment
- Development and application of visual tools and visual supports
- Use of schedules, work systems and prompting
- Application of Explicit Teaching strategies
- Supporting communication and choice for Quality of Life (QoL)
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What You’ll Walk Away With
- Understand the Culture of Autism and associated learning theories
- Describe the key learning characteristics of individuals on the autism spectrum and differences in their learning styles
- Apply Explicit Teaching Principles including identifying and task-analysing learning goals
- Apply Structured Teaching principles to increase engagement, learning and quality of life activities
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