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Introduction to autism – a course for professionals

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Course overview

This CPD-certified course is a practical introduction to autism for anyone who may support autistic children or adults—whether in education, care, community, or family settings.

Grounded in the Department of Health and Social Care’s Core Capabilities Framework, the course covers key elements from Tier 1 and Tier 2, giving you the confidence to take your next steps in autism-inclusive practice.

Across 6–8 hours of flexible, self-paced learning, you’ll gain essential knowledge, build respectful and person-centred approaches, and explore strategies that support real-world understanding.

Have a question before you begin? We’re here to help—please get in touch.

By the end of this course you will:

  • Understand the basic facts about autism and recognise that every autistic person is unique
  • Use respectful, up-to-date language and terminology
  • Explore communication, sensory, and mental health needs
  • Learn how to support transitions and behaviours that may challenge
  • Discover the value of a person-centred approach
  • Gain an overview of relevant equality legislation and rights

 

If you’d like to make a booking for a group of people, get in touch with outreach@beyondautism.org.uk to discuss your options. Or, if you’re looking to take the advanced autism training course and already hold a qualification equivalent to our introductory course, you may be eligible to move directly to the advanced course. Reach out to outreach@beyondautism.org.uk to find out if you’re eligible.

 

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Interested in multiple courses? Head over to our training page and find out how you can save big with our training bundles. For example, you could double up this course with our advanced autism training and save £10!

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