Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism

Course overview:
This qualification is designed to provide learners with an understanding of the spectrum of autistic disorders and how they can affect people in a variety of ways, as well as exploring the importance of using a person-centred approach to provide support. Learners will also understand how to use appropriate communication skills and positive behaviour to encourage individuals with autistic spectrum conditions to live fulfilling and independent lives.

Assessments:

• Unit 1: Introduction to autism
• Unit 2: Using a person-centred approach to support individuals with autism
• Unit 3: Communication and social interaction in individuals with autism
• Unit 4: Sensory processing, perception and cognition in individuals with autism
• Unit 5: Supporting positive behaviour in individuals with autism
• Unit 6: Supporting individuals with autism to live healthy and fulfilled lives

This qualification aims to:

• Develop the learners understanding of autism and how to support individuals with autism.

The purpose of this qualification is to:

• Develop learner’s knowledge and understanding of autism.
• Provide learners with information on how they can support individuals on the autism spectrum to live healthy and fulfilled lives.

Learning method:
Studying via Remote E-Learning means you can choose when and where you study. We ensure that you get all the support you need throughout your course in the form of a personal tutor.

This course is available Fully online.

During your course, a member of the team will contact you at least once a month. It is important that you are available to respond to this communication.

To help you stay on track, you will be provided with unit submission deadlines. Your first unit must be submitted within four weeks of your enrolment date.

Eligibility for funding: TBC 2026

If you would like more information, please call the Remote E-Learning Team on 0151 257 2179 or email: remote-e-learning@riversidecollege.ac.uk