Course detail
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in adults
This course gives health and social care staff in England a practical understanding of autism in adults. It explains how autism may affect communication, sensory experience, daily living and access to services, and how to provide respectful, person-centred support through reasonable adjustments and effective care.
Topics
18
Duration
1.1h
Quiz pass mark
100%
Course structure
Learning path
Topics are completed in order before the final assessment unlocks.
DESCRIPTION
COURSE OBJECTIVES
INTRODUCTION
DEFINITION
POSSIBLE SIGNS THAT AN ADULT MAY BE AUTISTIC
ASSESSMENT AND DIAGNOSIS
DURING THE ASSESSMENT
UNDERSTANDING AUTISTIC ADULTS
PROVIDING CARE FOR AN ADULT LIVING WITH ASD
PROVIDING CARE FOR AN ADULT LIVING WITH ASD 2
SEXUALITY AND PARENTING
WHO MAY BE INVOLVED IN SUPPORT?
FAMILIES, PARTNERS, AND CARERS
SUPPORT
INTERVENTIONS AND SUPPORT
MANAGING BEHAVIOUR THAT CHALLENGES
REASONABLE ADJUSTMENTS
CO-OCCURRING CONDITIONS
Final quiz
Final step13 questions and 100% required to pass and receive the certificate.
