Understanding Autism Certification
Understanding Autism Certification
Whether you are a teacher, a healthcare worker, or a parent or carer of an autistic individual, our Understanding Autism Certification is brimming with information, tips, and advice to give you the tools needed to help people on the autism spectrum enjoy a better quality of life.
The course modules provide you with enough information to give you the ability to start working with children and adults with ease and confidence.
The online course gives you access from anywhere at any time, so you can study at home on your laptop or even on the subway on your way home from work, on your smartphone or tablet.
The online study experience provided is designed to make studying easier, more convenient, and affordable.
Introduction to the Understanding Autism Certification
This course is broken down into eleven information-packed modules to make it easier to manage, learn and absorb the material being provided. Each of the modules is set out in an easy-to-understand format.
On completion of the course, you will be required to pass a multiple-choice test. You are given two chances to pass. On passing, you can download and print your certification or you can have your certificate posted to you at an additional cost.
What You Will Learn
This course is overflowing with information and is designed to give you the knowledge and skill to work with autistic children and adults on a daily basis. This course will teach you the following:
- An introduction to autism. Learn the definition of this condition so you have a better understanding moving forward.
- The different conditions which could be related to autism
- Identify what learning disabilities are associated with autism
- In-depth knowledge of social skills, communications, and more
- What the main cause of autism is
- Insight into how autism is diagnosed in children
- How people with this condition communicate
- The behavioral patterns of an autistic person
- How to set limits
- Identify the common myths associated with this condition
- How to approach autism
- Insight into how to prepare a person for social engagement
- Learn the valuable person-centered approach
- Know how to ensure that you provide a safe environment
- Visual strategies
- Understand why organization is so important
- Learn about organization at home, school, work, and in the community
- Know the ethical considerations when working with autistic individuals
- Identify how to improve autism understanding and acceptance
Benefits
The benefits of completing this Understanding Autism Certification are extensive. You can take advantage of this course if you have a passion for working with children or adults who have this condition and you believe you can make a difference. The benefits you can expect to enjoy when completing this certification include:
- Gain valuable insight into working or living with autistic individuals
- Learn tips and advice about autism
- Fast track your career
- All certificates can be verified online
- Further education to show your dedication and passion
- Study online at your own pace
- Complete the course in a matter of days or months
- Study according to your own schedule. Work full-time and study part-time to complete your certification.
- Easy to manage modules broken down to make studying easier and more enjoyable
- Modules available on most devices
- Online support
- Lifetime access to your study modules
- Affordable price
This course includes
24/7 Student Support
End of course certification
Lifetime access to your course
Compatible with modern devices
- A brief definition of autism
- A general introduction to autism spectrum disorders (ASD)
- A look at different conditions which have been related to autism
- An overview of the learning disabilities associated with autism
- Problems associated with social skills and learning for young people on the autism spectrum
- The challenges of communication and learning for young people on the autism spectrum
- Difficulties with using imagination in learning for young people on the autism spectrum
- Other learning-related challenges for young people on the autism spectrum
- What the main causes of autism are
- Which former theories of autism have now been discredited
- How autism is diagnosed in adults
- How autism is diagnosed in children
- How people on the autism spectrum may try to communicate
- The stages of communication and language processing
- Fundamental categories of language delays
- The process of expressive language
- Understanding autistic behavior patterns
- Comprehending the purpose and motivation behind such behavior
- Understanding behavior and setting limits
- Recognizing when children's behavior shows autistic traits
- Address several of the most common myths connected with ASDs
- Look specifically at the theory that measles, mumps and rubella vaccines can lead to autism development
- Investigate suggestions that dietary needs or deficiencies may cause autism
- Address the old theory that autism is a result of poor parenting
- What is the DIR/Floortime therapy framework?
- An introduction to different recognized approaches to autism
- Preparing for social inclusion
- The person-centered approach
- How to ensure a safe environment at all times
- Creating a safety plan for an autistic individual
- Practical and sensible considerations for home, school, and the community
- Various visual strategies that can be helpful for autistic individuals
- Organization in the home environment
- Organization at school
- Organization in the workplace
- Organization while out in the community
- The important ethical considerations for working effectively with autistic people
- Examples of some unethical approaches in working with autistic individuals
- Why strict ethical parameters must be maintained when working with people on the autism spectrum
- The legal obligations that must be recognized and adhered to at all times
- Autism-related regulations and guidelines.
- Learning about Autism Acceptance Days and Months
- Acceptance or Awareness?
- Why everyone should have a better understanding of autism
- Information on autism organizations around the world.

of achievement
This certificate is presented to
Your Name

For completing the
Understanding Autism Certification
on 21st November 2025
Selena Hurford
Selena Hurford
Course Tutor

Daniel Morgan
Daniel Morgan
Head of Academy

Anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter is encouraged to take the course. There are no entry requirements to take the course.
The course is broken down into 11 individual modules. Each module takes between 20 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although you are free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each module, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.
You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers, tablet devices and smart phones so you can even study while on the move!
Once you have completed all 11 modules there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the 11 modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.
The pass mark for the test is 70%.
If you don’t pass the test first time you will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times you can take the test. All test retakes are included within the price of the course.
You can either use your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Solo cards or PayPal account to pay for the online course. Our site uses the latest SSL encryption to ensure your safety. All payments are handled securely by PayPal.
You can begin the course immediately after your payment has been received. You will create your login details during the checkout process. We will also send you an email confirming your login details.
We estimate that the course will take about 10 hours to complete in total, plus an additional 30 minutes for the end of course test.
Once you have been awarded your certificate it is valid for life. The certificate does not expire or need renewing.
What our students have to say...
Has taught me so much about the Autistic spectrum disorder

This is a fantastic course! I really enjoyed it.

There was no pressure on myself and progressed at my own pace

Understanding Autism Certification
Whether you are a teacher, a healthcare worker, or a parent or carer of an autistic individual, our Understanding Autism Certification is brimming with information, tips, and advice to give you the tools needed to help people on the autism spectrum enjoy a better quality of life.
The course modules provide you with enough information to give you the ability to start working with children and adults with ease and confidence.
The online course gives you access from anywhere at any time, so you can study at home on your laptop or even on the subway on your way home from work, on your smartphone or tablet.
The online study experience provided is designed to make studying easier, more convenient, and affordable.
Introduction to the Understanding Autism Certification
This course is broken down into eleven information-packed modules to make it easier to manage, learn and absorb the material being provided. Each of the modules is set out in an easy-to-understand format.
On completion of the course, you will be required to pass a multiple-choice test. You are given two chances to pass. On passing, you can download and print your certification or you can have your certificate posted to you at an additional cost.
What You Will Learn
This course is overflowing with information and is designed to give you the knowledge and skill to work with autistic children and adults on a daily basis. This course will teach you the following:
- An introduction to autism. Learn the definition of this condition so you have a better understanding moving forward.
- The different conditions which could be related to autism
- Identify what learning disabilities are associated with autism
- In-depth knowledge of social skills, communications, and more
- What the main cause of autism is
- Insight into how autism is diagnosed in children
- How people with this condition communicate
- The behavioral patterns of an autistic person
- How to set limits
- Identify the common myths associated with this condition
- How to approach autism
- Insight into how to prepare a person for social engagement
- Learn the valuable person-centered approach
- Know how to ensure that you provide a safe environment
- Visual strategies
- Understand why organization is so important
- Learn about organization at home, school, work, and in the community
- Know the ethical considerations when working with autistic individuals
- Identify how to improve autism understanding and acceptance
Benefits
The benefits of completing this Understanding Autism Certification are extensive. You can take advantage of this course if you have a passion for working with children or adults who have this condition and you believe you can make a difference. The benefits you can expect to enjoy when completing this certification include:
- Gain valuable insight into working or living with autistic individuals
- Learn tips and advice about autism
- Fast track your career
- All certificates can be verified online
- Further education to show your dedication and passion
- Study online at your own pace
- Complete the course in a matter of days or months
- Study according to your own schedule. Work full-time and study part-time to complete your certification.
- Easy to manage modules broken down to make studying easier and more enjoyable
- Modules available on most devices
- Online support
- Lifetime access to your study modules
- Affordable price
This course includes
24/7 Student Support
End of course certification
Lifetime access to your course
Compatible with modern devices
- A brief definition of autism
- A general introduction to autism spectrum disorders (ASD)
- A look at different conditions which have been related to autism
- An overview of the learning disabilities associated with autism
- Problems associated with social skills and learning for young people on the autism spectrum
- The challenges of communication and learning for young people on the autism spectrum
- Difficulties with using imagination in learning for young people on the autism spectrum
- Other learning-related challenges for young people on the autism spectrum
- What the main causes of autism are
- Which former theories of autism have now been discredited
- How autism is diagnosed in adults
- How autism is diagnosed in children
- How people on the autism spectrum may try to communicate
- The stages of communication and language processing
- Fundamental categories of language delays
- The process of expressive language
- Understanding autistic behavior patterns
- Comprehending the purpose and motivation behind such behavior
- Understanding behavior and setting limits
- Recognizing when children's behavior shows autistic traits
- Address several of the most common myths connected with ASDs
- Look specifically at the theory that measles, mumps and rubella vaccines can lead to autism development
- Investigate suggestions that dietary needs or deficiencies may cause autism
- Address the old theory that autism is a result of poor parenting
- What is the DIR/Floortime therapy framework?
- An introduction to different recognized approaches to autism
- Preparing for social inclusion
- The person-centered approach
- How to ensure a safe environment at all times
- Creating a safety plan for an autistic individual
- Practical and sensible considerations for home, school, and the community
- Various visual strategies that can be helpful for autistic individuals
- Organization in the home environment
- Organization at school
- Organization in the workplace
- Organization while out in the community
- The important ethical considerations for working effectively with autistic people
- Examples of some unethical approaches in working with autistic individuals
- Why strict ethical parameters must be maintained when working with people on the autism spectrum
- The legal obligations that must be recognized and adhered to at all times
- Autism-related regulations and guidelines.
- Learning about Autism Acceptance Days and Months
- Acceptance or Awareness?
- Why everyone should have a better understanding of autism
- Information on autism organizations around the world.

of achievement
This certificate is presented to
Your Name

For completing the
Understanding Autism Certification
on 21st November 2025
Selena Hurford
Selena Hurford
Course Tutor

Daniel Morgan
Daniel Morgan
Head of Academy

Anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter is encouraged to take the course. There are no entry requirements to take the course.
The course is broken down into 11 individual modules. Each module takes between 20 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although you are free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each module, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.
You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers, tablet devices and smart phones so you can even study while on the move!
Once you have completed all 11 modules there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the 11 modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.
The pass mark for the test is 70%.
If you don’t pass the test first time you will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times you can take the test. All test retakes are included within the price of the course.
You can either use your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Solo cards or PayPal account to pay for the online course. Our site uses the latest SSL encryption to ensure your safety. All payments are handled securely by PayPal.
You can begin the course immediately after your payment has been received. You will create your login details during the checkout process. We will also send you an email confirming your login details.
We estimate that the course will take about 10 hours to complete in total, plus an additional 30 minutes for the end of course test.
Once you have been awarded your certificate it is valid for life. The certificate does not expire or need renewing.
What our students have to say...
Has taught me so much about the Autistic spectrum disorder

This is a fantastic course! I really enjoyed it.

There was no pressure on myself and progressed at my own pace

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