Supporting Children with Autism in Schools
This course provides an introduction to autism and how it may present in children and young people within a school setting. Learners will develop an understanding of what autism is, how autistic pupils may experience the world, and the potential indicators that can be observed in behaviour, communication, and interaction.
The course also explores how autism can impact learning, engagement, and academic progress. Learners will identify practical strategies and reasonable adjustments that can be used to support autistic students in the classroom and wider school environment, helping to create inclusive, supportive learning experiences.
Course Outline:
Understand what autism is
Recognise possible indicators of autism
Understand how young people with autism experience the world
Recognise how autism can impact learning and student progress
Identify strategies to support students with autism
Who Is It For?
Teachers
Teaching Assistants
SEND Teachers
Supply Teachers
Support Staff
Tutors
SENCOs
Duration: 1.5 Hours
Video Time: 1 hour
Chapters: 4
This course is certified by The CPD Certification Service.
Prospero Learning's Supporting Children with Autism in Schools course has passed rigorous checks to ensure it is of high quality and relevant in supporting continued professional development.
How It Works
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More About This Course
Children and young adults with Autism have unique needs that require tailored support to help them learn effectively. It is essential that all education professionals working with these learners have the skills and strategies to support them confidently and appropriately.
You will explore how learning tasks can be be carefully planned and adapted to meet the individual needs of students with Autism. This course provides the tools and techniques to support professionals in achieving this.
This online, accredited training refreshes and updates your understanding of Autism and introduces modern, practical strategies for supporting learners across any educational setting.
This course is ideal for Teaching and Support Staff working directly with students with Autism, as well as any education professional who interacts with them.
Course Chapters
1
Chapter 1 - What is Autism?
Introduction
00:59
Chapter 1
16:40
Knowledge Check
5 Questions
2
Chapter 2: Perceptions of the World
Chapter 2
09:22
Knowledge Check
5 Questions
3
Chapter 3: Principles for Support
Chapter 3
23:34
Knowledge Check
5 Questions
4
Chapter 4: Supporting Strategies
Chapter 3
23:27
Course Assessment
5 Questions
Introduction to Autism in Schools Feedback
3 Questions
Supporting Children with Autism in Schools
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