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These free online autism courses will teach you everything you need to know in order to understand autism. Autism is a lifelong developmental disability which is characterized by difficulties in social interaction and communication, as well as by restricted and repetitive behaviours. If you need to learn about autism, diagnosis, and treatment, this page is for you....…Read More
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Introduction to Autism Awareness and Support
- Identify the signs and symptoms of autism
- Recognise the most common causes and types of autism
- Explain how to help adults and children with ... Read More

Applied Behaviour Analysis
- Explain Applied Behaviour Analysis and its importance in...
- Discuss the Antecedent-Behaviour-Consequence model
- Identify the rules and foundational techniques of ABA
- Discuss the use of ABA in improving language ... Read More

Fundamentals of RBT Certification Exam - Behavior & Crisis Management
- List the important skills and terms to be known about th...
- Explain the role of an RBT in ensuring well-being of chi...
- Indicate various strategies to prepare for th... Read More

Coordinated Care for Autism
- Define Autism Spectrum Disorder to understand its challe...
- Explain the concept of coordinated care for autism
- Identify and establish collaboration methods, roles or r...
- Assess and tailor effective communication to ... Read More

Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) for Autism
- List the types of behavioural interventions used in ABA
- Describe behavioural skills training and naturalistic te...
- Define ‘applied behaviour analysis’ (ABA) and... Read More

Understanding Child Development and Disabilities
- Define what is meant by child development
- List the factors that impact child development
- Explain how adults can provide valuable care ... Read More

Understanding the Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Define ‘autism’ and explain how to identify it
- Explain how to determine the strengths of a child with A...
- Discuss interventions that teachers or parent... Read More

Autism Awareness and Inclusive Practices
- Outline the challenges faced by people who have autism
- Discuss the importance of inclusive practices in support...
- Recognise common signs and symptoms of autism... Read More

Autism Spectrum Disorder in Early Childhood
- Explain the epidemiology of autism
- Outline the development skills and characteristics of ch...
- Summarize body and object use skills of child... Read More

Diploma in Special Needs
- Identify the common types of developmental disorders and...
- List the various visual aid types and guidelines for mak...
- Explain the process of handling a child having a meltdow...
- Describe the process of conducting self-feedi... Read More

Special Needs School Shadow Support
- Explain the need for inclusive education systems
- Discuss the relevance of shadow support
- Outline the peculiar features of autistic chi... Read More

Children With Autism in a School Environment
- Define autism
- List the consequences of autism and its implications for...
- Describe the methods and strategies used in s... Read More

Assisting Older Adults with Autism
- Analyze the methods for diagnosing autism in older peopl...
- Explain the challenges elderly face in autism developmen...
- Identify ways to create a safe environment fo... Read More

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) in Autism
- Analyze the communication challenges faced by individual...
- Summarize the role of AAC in promoting communication, in...
- Outline the communication strengths, preferen... Read More

Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder – Unraveling the Mystery
- Identify and recognize the common symptoms and behaviors...
- Recognize and categorize the co-occurring conditions oft...
- Define ‘autism spectrum disorder’ (ASD) and i... Read More

The Importance of Sensory Experiences in Early Childhood
- Describe sensory experience during early childhood and w...
- Summarize the sensorimotor stage in children's cognitive...
- Outline what challenges sensory experiences f... Read More
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