About this course
Autism Spectrum Conditions – Skills & KnowledgeUnderstand how theory, research and knowledge impact educational policy and practice for those with autism. Grasp the concepts and history of autism and the autism spectrum. Become familiar with the approaches and interventions that support learners with autism. Evaluate autism in light of the latest literature and research. Identify links between autism concepts and individual needs in your setting. Isolate and analyse the factors that shape educational practice and policy for your students with autism. You must hold an undergraduate degree. You have to be employed & working in an education setting, ideally as a teacher. To complete this module, and to get the best learning from it, you need to be: Able to work with a student for a short period in a fairly intensive way. Able to devise a profiling tool based on samples given, then use it with a student. It will involve collating relevant information from stakeholders and access to files. Ideally able to work with parents or any other professionals involved in a student’s programme. Able to audit a setting to evaluate their progress to meet the needs of students with ASD and draw up action plans. If working in FE and HE, able to engage with students to give consent for previous information to be shared and agree on collaboration with stakeholders.
Module leader: Dr Sue Sheppard - senior specialist educational psychologist in autism.
Start dates: 15 May and 15 September every year.
Time required to complete this course: You will have up to 12 months to complete the module via our online learning platform - Campus Online.
Progress your studies: This Level 7 module will provide you with 30 credits toward a Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert), a Diploma (PGDip) or Master of Education (MEd) on our SEND and Inclusion programme.
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Postgraduate Credits
- Study Mode
- Online study
- Duration
- 1 Year
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Canterbury
- Scheme
- Postgraduate