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Course Description
This course provides a parents with a general introduction to autism looking at spectrum looking at the history of understanding autism and the latest research as well as the main characteristics and how we currently support Autism. This course is perfect for parents or family who wants to develop their understanding of autism. Key concepts covered include:
- Understanding Autism.
- Child and Family Members experience.
- Sensory Difficulties.
- Communication and Understanding behaviour your child’s / Family members behaviour.
- Developmental changes: ASD and Teenage Years
What is autism?
Autism is a lifelong developmental disability which affects how people communicate and interact with the world. One in 100 people are on the autism spectrum and there are around 700,000 autistic adults and children in the UK.
