Special Needs - Aspergers Level 2 Course

Unit 1 - Intro to aspergers syndrome

Understand what is meant by a spectrum disorder
Explain the differences between autism and aspergers syndrome
Name, identify and describe the triad of impairments
Know what theory of mind is
Describe the cognitive and emotional characteristics of aspergers syndrome Outline the function of specific interests in the life of a person with aspergers syndrome
Explain what is meant by sensory sensitivities, providing examples

Unit 2 - Aspergers in education

Identify the signs that a child in an early years setting might have autism Describe the play habits of a child with autism
Identify ten behaviours that could indicate a child in a primary setting has autism
Discuss what is meant by learning styles and their importance when working with a child with aspergers
Explain why transition across different settings can be difficult for children with aspergers
Outline the ways in which a student with aspergers can be supported when entering further or higher education

Unit 3 - Aspergers and health

Outline some of the practical things healthcare professionals can do to ease anxiety in patients with aspergers
Explain why optical and dental appointments might pose extra challenges for people with aspergers
Outline the relationships between mental health and asperger syndrome Outline the role of special interests in relieving anxiety

Unit 4 - Aspergers and employment

Identify the benefits a person with aspergers could bring to an employer Identify the barriers to employment a person with aspergers could face Understand why recruitment processes need to be inclusive
Suggest reasonable adjustments that might need to be made for someone with aspergers
Outline the ways in which the equality act would protect someone with aspergers in employment
Identify the types of support that might be needed in order for someone with aspergers to remain in employment.

Unit 5 - Aspergers and the public sector / front line staff

Explain how people with aspergers could be vulnerable when coming into contact with the criminal justice system
Identify the issues a person with aspergers might have with various aspects of life
Identify some measures that can be taken to help overcome issues aspergers might bring

Unit 6 - A vision for the future

Describe different models of disability
Define the term "neurodiversity"
Describe how neurodiversity would explain Carl's difficulties
Explain what is meant by person-centred planning
Explain how person-centred planning could be used to help people living with aspergers