Course Aims

Learning Outcomes

• Recognise that Autism is a type of neurodiversity
• Know that Autism is a spectrum disorder
• Understand that some autistic people will also be diagnosed with other neurodivergent disorders
• Be aware of the history of Autism
• Recognise that autistic people have strengths and abilities
• Know that some people have misconceptions relating to Autism
• Understand that every autistic person's spectrum is unique
• Know the three areas of difference
• Understand that autistic people face challenges with social communication, interaction and imagination
• Know that autistic people will have repetitive, restrictive and self-regulating behaviours
• Recognise that autistic people will have differences in sensory processing
• Understand that an autistic person's senses may get overloaded
• Know that alternative methods of communication may be necessary to meet an autistic person's needs
• Be aware of signs that may indicate that a child is autistic
• Recognise the importance of an adult getting an autism diagnosis
• Know ways to support an autistic person and their family

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