Certificate in Understanding Autism - Level 3

Learners will need to have completed the NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism or have an equivalent qualification in Autism. It is also essential that the learner has L2 in English and feels competent with using IT.

Eligibility criteria for Flexible Learning courses:

• You must live in Greater Manchester
• Have lived in the UK for 3 years or more
• Be earning under £25,000 a year to qualify for funding

This course is made up of six units:

• Autism in context
• Positive Behavioural Support for Autistic individuals
• Understand support and management of transitions for Autistic individuals
• Therapeutic interventions and support available for Autistic individuals and co-occurring conditions
• Communication and social interaction with Autistic individuals
• Safeguarding and resilience in Autism

Benefits:

• Achieve a nationally recognised Level 3 qualification
• Evidence your competency to employers
• Further your personal and professional development
• Learn at a time that suits you without the need to attend college

Attendance:

This course is delivered on a Flexible Learning basis. This means that your learning will be done away from your assessor through an on-line learning platform. All learning materials are interactive and online. You will be assigned a tutor who will be able to provide additional help and support if required.

Duration:

The Guided Learning Hours for this qualification are 189 hours. This is an estimate of the number of hours a learner will reasonably be likely to spend in preparation, study or assessment, which takes place as directed by – but not under the immediate guidance or supervision of a Tutor. This will vary depending on the speed of the learner, but it is expected most learners will complete within 16 weeks.

On completion of this qualification, you may enter the workforce at this level or continue to increase your knowledge and understanding by progressing onto a higher level qualification.