Distance Learning - Understanding Autism Certificate L3 (24/25)

Course Overview

Leading on from our level 2 understanding autism course the level 3 goes into further detail on the nuanced nature of the autism spectrum. Learners will learn about how autistic people therapeutic interventions, safeguarding and resilience, and communication and social interaction. We would recommend this course to learners who have studied a relevant course at level 2 or higher and are interested in working with autistic people. This can be teachers, charity workers, youth workers or those looking to study further in the fields of sociology or psychology.

Learners start and complete our distance learning courses every day, all year, so there is no need to wait until term begins. The courses are designed to be ready when you are, so you can fit it into your schedule.

Study takes place in an online virtual learning environment (VLE) where you can study at any time and at your own pace. We ask that learners complete their courses within the given timeframe and that as a broad average most courses can take approximately 6-8 hours per week to complete. However, timeframes are flexible on a person-by-person basis should any learners require reasonable adjustments or other additional support.


What topics are covered?

  • Autism in context
  • Positive support for individuals with autism
  • Managing transitions for individuals with autism
  • Interventions and support for autism and co-occuring conditions
  • Communication and social interaction
  • Safeguarding and resilience

Success Story

  • "I really enjoyed completed the course. At age 52 I thought my learning
    days were behind me but now find myself looking to do another one."
  • "I found the course hugely beneficial and so learnt a lot. I have implemented a few ideas at
    work following my course which is helping our team already."
  • "Thoroughly enjoyed this course with Bath College and felt very well supported by all the different offers of learning and guidance. Found both my tutor and my course contacts very helpful and understanding to work alongside."

Course Details

Course Type: Part Time Qualification
Campus: Distance Learning (Online)
Duration: 24 weeks
Age Group: 19+

Certificate in Understanding Autism L3

Code

S22UAU3/RRF1A

Duration

24 weeks

Price
19+ Fully Funded

£0.00

Non-Funded

£1,587.00


Frequently asked questions

Leading on from our level 2 understanding autism course the level 3 goes into further detail on the nuanced nature of the autism spectrum. Learners will learn about how autistic people therapeutic interventions, safeguarding and resilience, and communication and social interaction. We would recommend this course to learners who have studied a relevant course at level 2 or higher and are interested in working with autistic people. This can be teachers, charity workers, youth workers or those looking to study further in the fields of sociology or psychology.

Learners start and complete our distance learning courses every day, all year, so there is no need to wait until term begins. The courses are designed to be ready when you are, so you can fit it into your schedule.

Study takes place in an online virtual learning environment (VLE) where you can study at any time and at your own pace. We ask that learners complete their courses within the given timeframe and that as a broad average most courses can take approximately 6-8 hours per week to complete. However, timeframes are flexible on a person-by-person basis should any learners require reasonable adjustments or other additional support.

Unlike our L2 distance learning courses, enrolment for L3 does incur a cost. Some learners are eligible for full funding to cover this cost as part of HM Government's Free Courses for Jobs scheme. Eligibility for this is nuanced so we will use the information you provide when completing application and enrolment paperwork to advise you.

In addition to this, the course is also elgible for Student Finance England's Advanced Learner Loan. Applicants who wish to apply for the loan must declare it on their application and enrolment form. Otherwise we will assume that applicants ineligible for full funding will be paying the enrolment fee themselves.

Learners are paired with an experienced assessor and they submit work and are assessed online using the virtual learning environment e-Assessor Pro. Learners are given detailed feedback on their work by their assessors. Any reasonable adjustments to assessment arrangements are made on a person-by-person basis.

Our courses have set durations however we are sympathetic with learners who have busy lifestyles and other demands on their time. As a general average we recommend that learners spend approximately 6-8 hours learning time per week. This can include interacting with learning content, completing assessments and other learning such as secondary reading, research or receiving learning support. Any learner who has concerns with the time commitment should contact us to discuss ways we can support them.

Our distance learning courses are planned to meet both local and national skills needs. These courses are ideal as additional development for professionals, or as introductions to topics and issues which are relevant to finding work or further training. Distance learning students are able to access careers advice via the college's Student Services team. several of our courrses complement each other and learners are able to study up to three courses each academic year (1st August-31st July).

Applicants will be asked to write a short personal statement as part of the admissions process. This will set out their motivations for applying and what they hope to get out of completing the course.

Applicants must have achived at least a level 2 in a related subject.

Applicants must have a robust standard of literacy on par with a grade 4/C or above in English at GCSE level, or an equivalent qualification. This needs to be declared on the application form to assist with admissions decisions. Applicants who cannot provide proof of grades may be asked to sit an online literacy test.

  • Learners must live in England
  • Learners must not live in a  local combined authority, apart from West of England Combined Authority (WECA)
  • Learners must have lived in the European Economic area or the UK for at least
    the last three years
  • Non-UK nationals will be asked to supply evidence of their immigration status
  • Learners aged 19-23 must already hold a either a full level 2 qualification, or 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above