Introduction

This qualification is designed for learners who wish to develop an understanding of autism and how to support individuals with autism. This qualification aims to: develop learners’ understanding of autism and the principles of supporting individuals with autism – covering the person-centred approach and influence of positive communication methods how to enable individuals to manage their own risks with the support of professionals how to support positive behaviour and how individuals with autism can be supported to live healthy and fulfilled lives.
Throughout this qualification specification, as in the Department of Health Adult Autism Strategy, we’ve used the term ‘autism’ as an umbrella term for all autistic spectrum conditions, including Asperger syndrome.

Entry Requirements

• This qualification is suitable for learners aged 16 or above who wish to progress onto further education or the workplace.
• There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification. However, learners may find it helpful if they’ve already achieved a Level 1 qualification.

Qualification Details

• Qualification Title: Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism
• Duration: 3 months
• Modes of Study: Online learning / Blended
• Assessment: It will be assessed by your tutor or assessor using a range of methods. This could include direct observation in the workplace, a portfolio of evidence, written assignments or a task (No Exams)

 Mandatory Units

Study Support

Rhythmic Skills will provide support to Learners:

• Access all course materials, including online modules and written assignments.
• Gain Teacher support
• Access Rhythmic Skills online portal (24/7 access to our user-friendly learning portal)
• Acquire Assignments briefing
• Receive excellent quality study notes.
• Obtain Assignment marking and feedback.
• Access Free Online Library.
• Receive Dedicated customer support via chat, telephone, and email (Monday to Friday)
• Gain Full support until the completion of the course

Certification

Students who successfully complete the program will be awarded Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism by an Ofqual regulated awarding body, United Kingdom.

Fee

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism – £ 700

Easy Monthly Instalment plan starting from – £ 225

Progression Pathway

The knowledge developed will enable you to progress to further study, including

intermediate and advanced apprenticeships and occupationally specific qualifications

including (but not restricted to):

• Intermediate or Advanced Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care
• Intermediate or Advanced Apprenticeship in Health (Healthcare Support Services)
• Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
• Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England
• Level 2 Diploma in Clinical Healthcare Support
• Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Dementia Care
• Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medicines
• Level 3 Certificate in Dementia Care
• Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care

Career opportunities

This qualification is suitable for you if you are planning to start work in a range of job roles

or if you are seeking to progress within your current job role. Relevant job roles include:

• Clinical Healthcare Support Worker
• Healthcare Support Services
• Healthcare Assistants
• Mental Health Support Worker
• Mental Health Outreach Worker
• Care Assistants/Support Workers (Community and Primary Care)
• Healthcare Assistants/Support Workers (Acute Mental Health)
• Key Workers (Residential Settings)
• Care Workers
• Care Home Managers
• Service Managers (Cleaning Managers, Catering Managers, Portering Managers,
  Facilities Managers)
• Supervisors (Cleaning, Catering, Portering, Facilities)