Autism Awareness

Who is it for?

This course is suitable for anyone working in Health and Social Care who wants to develop their understanding of autism and provide more person-centred, inclusive and effective support.

It is particularly relevant for support workers, carers and other staff working in residential care, nursing homes, supported living, domiciliary care and other care environments. We are also able to incorporate experts with lived experience into this course. 

What will learners learn?

  • Understand what autism is and how it can affect individuals differently.
  • Recognise common characteristics and understand the importance of seeing the person, not just their diagnosis.
  • Explore how autism can affect communication, sensory processing and behaviour.
  • Develop practical strategies to improve communication, reduce anxiety and provide more personalised support.
  • Understand the importance of reasonable adjustments and creating an inclusive environment.

 

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Duration


1/2 or 1 day

Delivery


Face-to-face or online
Sessions can be delivered at your organisation or remotely, providing flexibility for different teams and working patterns.

Group size


Up to 12 learners
Smaller groups can be arranged where a more interactive or personalised learning experience is required.

Certification


Learners receive an ILS Certificate of completion following successful completion of the course.

Why choose ILS?

At Inspired Learning Solutions, we believe training should go beyond a tick-box exercise. Our Autism Awareness training is practical, engaging and focused on helping learners take their knowledge back into the workplace.

With more than 25 years’ experience in Health and Social Care, ILS understands the realities of care environments and creates learning that is relevant, accessible and focused on improving the experience of the people being supported.

Can this course be tailored?

Yes. The course can be adapted to reflect your organisation, the people you support and the roles of your staff. Examples, scenarios and activities can be tailored to specific care settings, including residential care, domiciliary care, supported living and other Health and Social Care environments.

ILS can also incorporate your organisation’s policies, procedures and particular learning needs into the session. This reflects ILS’s wider approach of providing flexible training solutions tailored to individual organisations and learners.