Understanding Autism (distance learning) - NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate

<p>The objectives of this qualification are to gain knowledge and understanding of autism, and includes:</p>

<ul>
<li>How to adopt a positive approach to supporting individuals with autism</li>
<li>The current legislative framework relating to individuals with autism and how different theories have developed over time</li>
<li>How to support and manage transitions for individuals with autism</li>
<li>The range of therapeutic interventions and support available for individuals with autism and co-occurring conditions</li>
<li>How to support communication and social interaction for individuals with autism</li>
<li>How to develop an understanding of how individuals with autism may be vulnerable and the support worker’s role and responsibilities relating to safeguarding according to legislative requirements</li>
</ul>

<p>This is a distance learning qualification course where you will use an e-learning package and complete assessment activity electronically. You will be supported by a tutor who will provide feedback (electronically) on your progress and will suggest other learning activities to help you develop the knowledge and understanding you require to successfully complete the qualification. The online e-learning material provided has been developed to provide the information you need to develop your knowledge and understanding to meet a specific range of learning outcomes. These outcomes are also mapped to National Occupational Standards so you can be sure that what you are learning is relevant to the workplace. You will plan a programme of study around your other life commitments. Distance learning material can be studied at any time and in any location where you can access a PC, laptop or tablet, and broadband. You should aim to complete your course in 9 months although it may be possible to achieve this earlier if you have more time to spend on study.</p>

<p><strong>Qualification content</strong> This qualification consists of 6 mandatory units and you will study e-learning material, complete activities, and submit assessment questions for marking, for all of these units:</p>

<ul>
<li>Autism in context</li>
<li>Positive behavioural support for individuals with autism</li>
<li>Understand support and management of transitions for individuals with autism</li>
<li>Therapeutic interventions and support available for individuals with autism and co-occurring conditions</li>
<li>Communication and social interaction with individuals with autism</li>
<li>Safeguarding and resilience in autism</li>
</ul>

<p>You should not underestimate the time commitment required to complete a distance learning qualification at Level 3. Your tutor will also support you to improve your English skills alongside your learning of your vocational subject. This will include assessing your current skills from the work you produce and providing additional learning activities related to your subject that are designed to develop your skills in these areas. This is a vocational course leading to a qualification, and the cost of it is subsidised by public funding. You will be required to complete all of the necessary coursework/assignments or exams by the given deadlines. Please note: if you do not successfully complete the course within the required timescale, you will not be able to repeat it at the subsidised fee. For further information on the syllabus for this course please go to <a href="https://www.qualhub.co.uk/qualification-search/qualification-detail/ncfe-cache-level-3-certificate-in-understanding-autism-502">https://www.qualhub.co.uk/qualification-search/qualification-detail/ncfe-cache-level-3-certificate-in-understanding-autism-502</a></p>

<p>There is a minimum entry age of 19 for this qualification. An application process is applicable to this course. Please read the application page on the website before applying. Once you have read the application page you may go ahead and apply. For term dates please refer to <a href="https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/about/term-dates/">www.skillsandlearningace.com/about/term-dates</a>.</p>

<p>This is a Level 3 assessed course. The online materials have been developed to provide you with the underpinning knowledge you require to complete the qualification. The learning materials are mapped to learning outcomes required by awarding organisations to satisfy the requirements of the qualification. At the beginning of your course, you will be assigned a tutor who will be able to mark your work on-line and give you feedback and suggestions as you progress. Once completed, your work will be marked and internally verified. An external verifier from the awarding body will review your work before you receive your certificate. The visits from external verifiers only take place twice a year so there may be a delay in certification being awarded after you have completed your course. As soon as your certificate is received by Skills & Learning it will be forwarded to you.</p>

<p><strong>Awarding body:</strong> NCFE CACHE<br />
<strong>Assignments/Course work:</strong> Assessed questions for each learning outcome<br />
<strong>Examination(s):</strong> No set examination</p>

<p>Please note that this qualification must be completed within the deadline set.</p>

<p>We have designed this course to support you with working in the care sector. We suggest that you complete Level 2 Understanding Autism, before applying for this course. This allows you to build your knowledge of autism before beginning Level 3. We would consider applications from learners with a Level 3 or higher qualification in a related subject or those who have significant workplace experience. Decisions are made on a case-by-case basis so please get in touch if you feel you meet this criteria. </p>

<p>You will need good IT skills and access to a computer, laptop, or tablet, with regular and reliable internet connection. This can be at home, at work, or in a library. You can check the suitability of this course for a preferred career path or route to employment by looking at various job profiles on the National Careers Service website <a href="https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk">https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/</a> There is an expectation that if you enrol on this course, you are willing to commit fully to the period of time involved in this course, the associated home study and the assessed work required, and intend to sit the examination if applicable. You should consider your readiness to commit to study and we have a study support toolbox to help you with this: <a href="https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/toolbox/">www.skillsandlearningace.com/toolbox/</a></p>

<p>English language skills at Level 2 are required (BKSB Level 2). You will be asked to complete an online assessment in English after submitting a course application.</p>

<p><strong>Resources required to achieve your qualification</strong> <strong>Essential:</strong> Access to a PC, laptop, notebook or tablet, with broadband/wi-fi. Where this is not available to you, there is an option to have paper-based learning materials. <strong>Desirable:</strong> Headphones. There may be further materials you could obtain to further support your study. You will be guided by your tutor prior to any purchase.</p>

<p><strong>Course Costs</strong> For information regarding any <strong>funding</strong> for this course <strong>please refer to</strong> the Finance page on our website <a href="https://www.skillslearningace.com/learning-with-us/finance/" target="_blank">www.skillslearningace.com/learning-with-us/finance/</a>.</p>

<p><strong>Please be aware that once you have submitted the Learning Agreement, you are committed to this programme of study. If you do not start the learning package when advised, or submit work when requested, the cost of the registration fee (£125) will be passed on to you.</strong></p>