Who is this course for?
Care workers, teachers, education support staff and managers supporting autistic children and young people. Agree the level and examples around the experience of your team.
What your team will work towards
- Develop understanding of autism and individual differences.
- Consider how communication and the environment can affect a child’s experience.
- Reflect on ways staff can make everyday support more responsive.
What the course covers
- Understanding autism and individual differences
- Communication preferences and listening to young people
- Considering sensory experiences and the environment
- Reflecting on everyday support and participation
- Working together around the individual’s support arrangements
How the course works
Learning & delivery
A one-day course on understanding autism and supporting young people. The focus connects communication, individual differences and everyday support.
All PCT courses are delivered face to face.
Assessment & certification
Completion requires the agreed attendance and, where applicable, demonstrated knowledge or practical performance. Your proposal explains how learning is assessed for this course.
- Certificate issued by
- Prime Care Training (PCT)
- Certificate title
- Understanding Autism in Children and Young People
- PCT renewal interval
- 36 months
- Course length
- 1 day
PCT issues its own course certificates after successful completion and cleared payment. Renewal intervals shown are PCT’s course intervals; your organisation may identify a need for earlier refresher learning. Read the booking and assessment arrangements.
Plan your booking
Tell us about your staff roles and broad learning priorities. Your proposal sets out the course emphasis and delivery arrangements.