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    Autism is a spectrum condition that affects how a person communicates and interacts with the world. Over 700,000 people in the UK have autism, which is more than 1 in 100 people. Understanding autism, how it is diagnosed, common misconceptions, and ways to support those with autism are essential skills for working in mental health. This document provides information about a Level 2 qualification course focused on autism, including the 6 units of study, benefits of taking the course, and eligibility requirements.

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    Autism is a spectrum condition that affects how a person communicates and interacts with the world. Over 700,000 people in the UK have autism, which is more than 1 in 100 people. Understanding autism, how it is diagnosed, common misconceptions, and ways to support those with autism are essential skills for working in mental health. This document provides information about a Level 2 qualification course focused on autism, including the 6 units of study, benefits of taking the course, and eligibility requirements.

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    Autism is a spectrum condition that affects how a person communicates and interacts with the world. Over 700,000 people in the UK have autism, which is more than 1 in 100 people. Understanding autism, how it is diagnosed, common misconceptions, and ways to support those with autism are essential skills for working in mental health. This document provides information about a Level 2 qualification course focused on autism, including the 6 units of study, benefits of taking the course, and eligibility requirements.

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    Understanding Autism

    Autism is a spectrum condition that affects how a person


    communicates with others and how they interpret the world
    around them. There are around 700,000 people in the UK with
    autism – more than 1 in every 100. Having a clear understanding
    of the misconceptions, diagnoses and support surrounding
    autism are just some of the essential skills needed when working
    in mental health.

    Benefits What you will learn


    • Achieve a nationally recognised Level 2 qualification • Unit 1 - Introduction to Autism
    • Improve your understanding of theories relating • Unit 2 - Using a Person-Centred Approach to Support
    to autism Individuals with Autism
    • Further your personal and professional • Unit 3 - Communication and Social Interaction in
    development Individuals with Autism
    • Ensure you understand what is meant by autism • Unit 4 - Sensory Processing, Perception and Cognition
    and how it is diagnosed in Individuals with Autism
    • Learn at a time that suits you without the need to • Unit 5 - Supporting Positive Behaviour in Individuals
    attend college with Autism

    • Unit 6 - Supporting Individuals with Autism to Live


    Healthy and Fulfilled Lives

    Eligibility Criteria
    • Aged 19+ • Lived in the EU Available
    (born before 01/09/1998) for 3 years fully funded

    To find out more about this qualification, please contact:


    Call: 0207 641 4347 | Email: jhumphrey@waes.ac.uk | Visit: www.waes.ac.uk

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