Autism awareness training course
Description
This Awareness course is designed for delegates who will learn about the wide range of social, speech, behavioural and communication problems and disabilities associated with autism and how to mange these issues. This awareness course will assist delegates to deal with the recommendations set out by the CQC to help improve the quality of care provided to those with autism. Delegates will understand how to assess the specific needs of each patient with autism whilst also being aware that the actual support required by the service user will be dependent on their sepecific individual needs.
Duration
2 to 2.5 hours (depending on group size).
Course content
- What is Autism?
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Background
- How a Person with Autism Feels
- What causes Autism?
- Diagnosing Autism
- Key Points about Autism
- How Children normally develop
- Autism and Child Development
- The Main Characteristics of Autism
- Triad of Impairments
- Social Interaction. Social Communication. Imagination
- Autism- Sensory Sensitivities and Difficulties
- Autism Management Interventions
- Enabling those with ASD
- Autism and Diet
- Asperger Syndrome
- Mental Health in Autism and Aspergers
- Psychological Treatments
Cost
Please contact MEDISAFE TRAINING today on 0121 769 2827 for a very competitive unbeatable quote. The course price includes course handouts and certification for each delegate.
Assessment
Assessment is ongoing by the instructor.
Certification
A certificate of attendance from MEDISAFE TRAINING will be emailed within 48 hours to the lead person subject to successful completion of the course by the delegate. Hard copy certificates can be provided at additional cost per certificate.
Important Information
Please note that the candidates should have satisfactory English literacy and numeracy skills to understand the course and to complete any assessments.
- The training room should be quiet and of appropriate size.
- Staff should be off work and not expected to be on duty.
- Staff attending should remain on the course for the entire duration of the training course.
