Autism & Asperger's Syndrome Awareness

Autism & Asperger's Syndrome Awareness - Section 1 This course will cover the key requirements for the care of people with autism, regardless of the health worker’s role. It will also summarise the history of Autistic Spectrum Disorders, as well as current knowledge and theory in the area. This is to help underpin your learning about how best to support people with these conditions, what you will need to consider, and the sort of interventions you may need to make.

The learning objectives are:

- To develop a more detailed understanding of autism by exploring the history of Autism Spectrum Disorders
- To reflect on current theory and improve your knowledge
- To understand the role of diagnosis, given the traits of Autism
-To understand the behaviours exhibited by some individuals with an autistic disorder
- To learn what challenging behaviour may mean for the family
-To understand how best to support and apply interventions and treatment
- To understand how to promote good practice in the support of individuals with autistic spectrum conditions
- To evaluate working practices and strategies in order to recommend changes

This course is comprised of two key modules, with reflection exercises, short case studies and an assessment at the end of each module.