This on demand online course is suitable for all workplaces and all levels of employees. It covers the definition of autism, its impact on children, adults, and families and the current theories on what factors may influence the condition. Furthermore, this course will help users understand what support can be offered to those with autism.

Learning outcomes:

• Understand what is meant by the autistic spectrum and its impact on people and their loved ones
• Understand that the spectrum includes a wide range of autistic traits
• Understand the social and non-social characteristics used to diagnose autism

This course will end with a 20-question multiple choice test.

Skills for Care endorsed & CPD accredited (Certificate received upon completion).

Important info to note before you begin:

• you will find this course under the title ‘'Autism Awareness"
• you will need to register/log in using your name and email address to access your account
• you will see 20 courses available on your home screen. You must only select the course/s that you wish to complete, the other courses listed are optional
• if you begin a course, you are required to complete it

There is no specific date or time for this course - you can complete this course at a time that suits you by logging in to our IHASCO/Atlas on demand platform.

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