Autism & Learning Disability Awareness

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Autism & Learning Disability Awareness helps learners understand how autism and learning disabilities affect communication, behaviour, and daily experiences.

The course focuses on respectful, person-centred support and practical awareness to help learners interact appropriately, reduce distress, and promote inclusion.

Learners develop the knowledge needed to support individuals safely, respectfully, and confidently in care, workplace, and community environments.

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Understand what autism is and what it is not
Understand what learning disability means
Recognise communication differences
Identify sensory sensitivities and triggers
Apply person-centred support approaches
Make reasonable adjustments to improve support
Promote dignity, inclusion, and respect

Course Content

Understanding Autism and Learning Disability
This module introduces autism and learning disabilities and corrects common myths and misunderstandings. Key Topics: Definition of autism Autism as a spectrum What learning disability means Differences between autism and learning disability Common misconceptions and stereotypes Learners understand that autism affects how a person experiences the world, communicates, and processes information.

1. Autism as a “Spectrum”
2. Defining Learning Disability (LD)
3. Myths vs. Reality
1 Quiz: Understanding Autism and LD

Communication Differences and Support
This module explains how communication may differ and how to respond effectively. Key Topics: Verbal and non-verbal communication differences Literal interpretation of language Processing time and patience Alternative communication methods Importance of clear, simple language Learners understand how to adjust communication to improve understanding and reduce anxiety.

Sensory Sensitivity and Behaviour Understanding
This module explores sensory processing differences and how they affect behaviour. Key Topics: Sensory sensitivity to sound, light, touch, and smell Sensory overload and distress Triggers and environmental stressors Understanding behaviour as communication Reducing sensory distress Learners understand how environments can affect comfort, behaviour, and wellbeing.

Person-Centred Support and Reasonable Adjustments
This module focuses on respectful, individualised support approaches. Key Topics: Person-centred care principles Respecting individuality and preferences Supporting independence Reasonable adjustments in care and workplaces Promoting dignity and inclusion Learners understand how to adapt support to meet individual needs safely and respectfully.

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Course Content

1. Autism as a “Spectrum”

2. Defining Learning Disability (LD)

3. Myths vs. Reality

1 Quiz: Understanding Autism and LD

1. The “Processing Gap”

2. Literal Interpretation

3. Non-Verbal Communication

4. Visual Supports

2 Quiz: Communication Support

1. Hyper- vs. Hypo-Sensitivity

2. Sensory Overload and “Meltdowns”

3. Behaviour as Communication

4. Creating a “Sensory Diet”

3 Quiz: Sensory & Behaviour

1. The Core Principles of Person-Centredness

2. What are “Reasonable Adjustments”?

3. Promoting Dignity and Inclusion

4. Positive Risk-Taking

4 Quiz: Person-Centred Support

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