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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
Autism, which is a lifelong developmental disability, was first identified over 70 years ago. This disease affects the way an individual relates to others and communicates with them. Autism is a spectrum condition, that is, everyone on the spectrum experiences certain difficulties that are common to all, but their condition impacts each of them in a different way. Close to 7 lakh people in the UK are on the autism spectrum, this is nearly 1 in every 100 people. Currently, there are no brain scans or blood tests that can detect autism in a person. Therefore, the ‘Understanding Autism’ course is an emerging subject in the field of psychology and mental health.
‘Understanding Autism’ certification course has been certified by the CPD Certification Service. This means that it could be utilized to give proof of a person’s continuing professional development in psychology.
The two instructors for this course are Dr. Jill Bradshaw and Fiona Gullon-Scott. Dr. Jill Bradshaw, working in this field for 25 years, is a Speech/Language Therapist. Fiona Gullon-Scott is a Chartered Psychologist. She has specialized in autism spectrum conditions for more than 22 years.
The Highlights
- Online course
- Based on psychology and mental health
- Part of the Study UK campaign
- Developed by the University of Kent
- 4 weeks long
- 3 hours of the weekly study
- Accreditation by CPD
Programme Offerings
- online teaching
- Instructor-led
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Fees Informations | Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|---|
| INR 2763 | yes | Futurelearn |
Understanding Autism fees details:
| Description | Amount in INR |
| Buy this course | Rs 2,763.36 |
| Subscribe & save | Rs 6,500 |
| Limited access | Free |
Eligibility Criteria
There are no specific or compulsory eligibility criteria to enrol for the Understanding Autism certification course offered by Future Learn. People on the autism spectrum, their parents or their caregivers, practitioners in autism, healthcare workers may find this course to be of interest to them. In addition to these, the candidates thinking about pursuing postgraduate education in the field, such as the PCert in Autism Studies at the University of Kent will find this course to be ideally suited for them.
Work Experience
Any work experience – present or past is not essential for studying this course. However, it may suit the autism-related professionals, already working in healthcare.
Education
No specific educational qualification is required to take up this course. Those in the Psychology, Mental Health, Autism Study fields will find this more suitable for them.
What you will learn
Studying the Understanding Autism certification course has the learning outcomes listed below:
- Be able to explain what autism is,
- Learn to diagnose and evaluate if it really exists
- Gain knowledge to identify social and communication skills
- Be able to explain what happens if such skills do not develop as expected in a person
- Develop knowledge about sensory and repetitive behaviors, and if such behaviors are disadvantages or advantages
- Become capable of explaining the reason why many individuals on the autism spectrum have conditions that are co-occurring
- Obtain skills to identify the origins of difficulties and strengths experienced by those on the autism spectrum
- Get a chance to explore and discuss the lived experiences of real people on the autism spectrum
Who it is for
The Understanding Autism Certification syllabus will be ideal for those interested or involved in the autism field. This may include:
- Anyone studying autism at the undergraduate or postgraduate level
- Those pursuing higher education in the autism field, like the PCert in Autism Studies offered by the University of Kent.
- Healthcare professionals in the autism field
- Autism practitioners
- Individuals on the autism spectrum
- Caretakers and parents of the individuals on the autism spectrum
Admission Details
Registering for the Understanding Autism training is easy and straightforward. The registration must be done online, on the Future Learn website. The steps listen below need to be followed to successfully enrol for the Understanding Autism certification course by Future Learn:
Step 1: Open your browser. Go to the Future Learn website.
Step 2: Take a look at the ‘When would you like to start?’ portion. The next available date will be shown if the course hasn’t begun yet. If a date is shown, select the ‘Join today’ button. Otherwise, click on ‘Add to wish list’ to be notified by email when the dates are announced.
Step 3: You can enrol for the course using your Facebook or Google accounts. Or you can also set up a new account. This is to be done by entering all the mandatory details in the online form.
Step 4: Once enrolled, the course may be started at your own pace.
The Syllabus
Instructors
University of Kent, Canterbury Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Currently, no. This certification course does not have an entrance test for eligibility.
If the Future Learn website doesn’t display the date for joining the course, it will show an option to ‘Add to wish list’. Selecting this will send you an email when this course becomes available.
Yes, the course is fully instructed online by two instructors.
You need not be a healthcare practitioner to study this course. Anyone interested in knowing more about autism may apply.