Understanding Autism Diploma
Duration:
10 hours
Access:
Lifetime Access
Approved by:
CPD, CMA
Learning Type:
Cost:
£100.00
Why you should study with us
Understanding Autism Course
Whether you are a teacher, a healthcare worker, or a parent or carer of an autistic individual, our Understanding Autism Certificate 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 Certificate
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 certificate 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-centred approach
- Know how to ensure that you provide a safe environment
- Visual strategies
- Understand why organisation is so important
- Learn about organisation 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
- 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 behaviour patterns
- Comprehending the purpose of and motivation behind such behaviour
- Understanding behaviour and setting limits
- Recognising when children's behaviour shows autistic traits
- Address several of the most common myths connected with autism spectrum disorders
- Look specifically at the theory that measles, mumps and rubella vaccines can result in children becoming autistic
- 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 SPELL Framework
- An introduction to different recognised approaches to autism
- Preparing for social inclusion
- The person-centred 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 for autistic individuals
- Organisation in the home environment
- Organisation at school
- Organisation in the workplace
- Organisation while out and about in the community
- Learning about Autism Acceptance Days and Months
- Acceptance or Awareness?
- Why everyone should have a better understanding of autism
- Information on autism organisations around the world.
ID: YDFT67YHJ
of achievement
This certificate is presented to
Your Name
For completing the
Understanding Autism Diploma
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
I have enjoyed doing this course, it was full of excellent information and has taught me so much about the Autistic spectrum disorder.
I will be able to use and implement what I have learnt in my job as a teaching assistant, I would recommend this course to everyone as I believe everyone should have the awareness I now have of people who have Autism.
I had done a fair few online courses to help me be a better teaching assistant and this has to be one of the best courses I have taken and I plan on doing more courses on this site as they are value for money.
Maya Davies - Coventry
This is a fantastic course! I really enjoyed it.
This is a fantastic course! I really enjoyed it. The most useful module is about working with autistic children. There are lots of tips on how to deal with autistic behaviour!
This course really helps me in my work as a support for the 4-old autistic boy in a nursery. Every day I use an imaginative role play to develop his social skills. It really works! This course also increases my knowledge about autism and other related conditions.
Thanks to all modules I could increase my English terminology about autism as well (I am Polish). I can recommend this course to all people who are interested in autism! Thank you very much for this course.
Monika Dudek – York
There was no pressure on myself and progressed at my own pace
My son has Asperger Syndrome, so when this course, Autism Awareness Diploma, came up with 90% off just after Christmas, I thought I would like to do it.
There was no pressure on myself and I progressed at my own pace, the course is very informative with lots of hints and tips. The process of going through the Modules and assignments was also very easy to do. The cost of the course was expensive if I hadn't had 90% off.
I wouldn't hesitate in recommending New Skills Academy courses to other people for their informative and ease of usage. I really enjoyed it.
Dawn Hughes – Mold, Wales
The information was useful
I decided to take this course to help me understand my 8 year old son with ADHD and ASD.
I managed to join the course and find the site with ease and after making my payment it was easy to start to find my documents and download my test sheets after the relevant modules.
I found other links which I am yet to explore further and can see me contacting a few of the organisations mentioned. I now am to put some strategies to the test.
The information was useful and I learnt a lot and got a certificate at the end. Thank you.
Nicki Openshaw – Derby
I would highly recommend this course
Having worked in schools for years and having a recently diagnosed son this course has opened my eyes to the world of Autism. The course is both informative, easy to work through and enables the learner to gain full understanding about all aspects of Autism.
Through completing this course I have gained employment supporting a child with Autism and I have been able to implement many strategies to assist both my pupil and also my own son.
I would highly recommend this course if you would like to gain a richer understanding of Autism and would like to study online and at your own pace.
Jo Price – Llandudno Junction
The course was great and had lots of interesting information, the small quizzes at the end of each module were very helpful in letting me know how I was doing as I progressed through the modules. Will be doing lots more courses with NewSkillsAcademy. Amy Turner
found this course very interesting, I had quite a bit of knowledge working with SEND children with autism however I feel I learned even more with this course and it was great seeing how much knowledge I already knew. personal challenge. Diane Shiel
Brilliant course, covers absolutely everything and explains in detail - breaks everything down which makes it all easier to understand too. I would highly recommend this course to anyone wanting to educate themselves on Autism. Thank you so much for the experience. Shauna Finnerty
Happy to gain more information about autism as I have a 4 year old son diagnosed ASD. Very helpful. Kelly Partington
My youngest daughter was recently diagnosed Autistic, something I have struggled to accept and come to terms with the moment I was told by the Doctor. Living the military life is extremely difficult but ironically makes her stronger but equally challenges her daily. Seeing her upset so very often is extremely difficult but having just returned from another 4 month deployment I have had the opportunity to sit down and talk through things with my amazing wife Emma. She recommended I complete this course to help and build on my limited knowledge, awareness and understanding which has worked. A fantastic course that I would highly recommend to anyone looking to build their appreciation and awareness of Autism. Thank you very much New Skills Academy, really is appreciated. David Lawrence
Great course very informative. Easy to listen to and completehighly recommend new skills academy so many options with easy access. Layla Mitchell
I've done lots of Autism training over the last few years, both in person and online. This was by far the best, as it gave fully insightful, in depth and well explained information about all aspects of Autism. The simple format of the website really helped me to engage and stay focused, and it was written in a way that was so easy to digest yet also extremely informative and detailed. Thanks so much! Jaiya Edwards
I chose this course a while ago, and never ended up with enough time to complete it! but that's what's so great about it! it allows you to complete it how ever you like and for as long as you like! I completed mine on the bus on the way home from work, doing it in small doses, it provides you with all the information you need, informing you thoroughly! Thankyou! I can't wait to see where this takes me! Mollie Raven
I am new to working with children with autism and this course had help me to understand a lot more about the Autism Spectrum and the challenges that we might take for every day. This course is really good and so interesting and you can learn so much through the easy reading modules and videos. it can really help you understanding the condition and prepare you to do your best. Autism has such a wide range of effects on people and this course shows that not all autistic people or children and the same and are all unique, individual and amazing in their own way. Jemma Morgans
This course enriched my knowledge in understanding autism in children and helped me understand the range of needs related to their daily life. The information contained here gave me the opportunity to learn about many new methods of communicating and how to work with children with ASD. Bernardeta Szklarz
Duration:
10 hours
Access:
Lifetime Access
Approved by:
CPD, CMA
Learning Type:
Cost:
£100.00
Understanding Autism Course
Whether you are a teacher, a healthcare worker, or a parent or carer of an autistic individual, our Understanding Autism Certificate 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 Certificate
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 certificate 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-centred approach
- Know how to ensure that you provide a safe environment
- Visual strategies
- Understand why organisation is so important
- Learn about organisation 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
- 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 behaviour patterns
- Comprehending the purpose of and motivation behind such behaviour
- Understanding behaviour and setting limits
- Recognising when children's behaviour shows autistic traits
- Address several of the most common myths connected with autism spectrum disorders
- Look specifically at the theory that measles, mumps and rubella vaccines can result in children becoming autistic
- 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 SPELL Framework
- An introduction to different recognised approaches to autism
- Preparing for social inclusion
- The person-centred 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 for autistic individuals
- Organisation in the home environment
- Organisation at school
- Organisation in the workplace
- Organisation while out and about in the community
- Learning about Autism Acceptance Days and Months
- Acceptance or Awareness?
- Why everyone should have a better understanding of autism
- Information on autism organisations around the world.
ID: YDFT67YHJ
of achievement
This certificate is presented to
Your Name
For completing the
Understanding Autism Diploma
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
I have enjoyed doing this course, it was full of excellent information and has taught me so much about the Autistic spectrum disorder.
I will be able to use and implement what I have learnt in my job as a teaching assistant, I would recommend this course to everyone as I believe everyone should have the awareness I now have of people who have Autism.
I had done a fair few online courses to help me be a better teaching assistant and this has to be one of the best courses I have taken and I plan on doing more courses on this site as they are value for money.
Maya Davies - Coventry
This is a fantastic course! I really enjoyed it.
This is a fantastic course! I really enjoyed it. The most useful module is about working with autistic children. There are lots of tips on how to deal with autistic behaviour!
This course really helps me in my work as a support for the 4-old autistic boy in a nursery. Every day I use an imaginative role play to develop his social skills. It really works! This course also increases my knowledge about autism and other related conditions.
Thanks to all modules I could increase my English terminology about autism as well (I am Polish). I can recommend this course to all people who are interested in autism! Thank you very much for this course.
Monika Dudek – York
There was no pressure on myself and progressed at my own pace
My son has Asperger Syndrome, so when this course, Autism Awareness Diploma, came up with 90% off just after Christmas, I thought I would like to do it.
There was no pressure on myself and I progressed at my own pace, the course is very informative with lots of hints and tips. The process of going through the Modules and assignments was also very easy to do. The cost of the course was expensive if I hadn't had 90% off.
I wouldn't hesitate in recommending New Skills Academy courses to other people for their informative and ease of usage. I really enjoyed it.
Dawn Hughes – Mold, Wales
The information was useful
I decided to take this course to help me understand my 8 year old son with ADHD and ASD.
I managed to join the course and find the site with ease and after making my payment it was easy to start to find my documents and download my test sheets after the relevant modules.
I found other links which I am yet to explore further and can see me contacting a few of the organisations mentioned. I now am to put some strategies to the test.
The information was useful and I learnt a lot and got a certificate at the end. Thank you.
Nicki Openshaw – Derby
I would highly recommend this course
Having worked in schools for years and having a recently diagnosed son this course has opened my eyes to the world of Autism. The course is both informative, easy to work through and enables the learner to gain full understanding about all aspects of Autism.
Through completing this course I have gained employment supporting a child with Autism and I have been able to implement many strategies to assist both my pupil and also my own son.
I would highly recommend this course if you would like to gain a richer understanding of Autism and would like to study online and at your own pace.
Jo Price – Llandudno Junction
The course was great and had lots of interesting information, the small quizzes at the end of each module were very helpful in letting me know how I was doing as I progressed through the modules. Will be doing lots more courses with NewSkillsAcademy. Amy Turner
found this course very interesting, I had quite a bit of knowledge working with SEND children with autism however I feel I learned even more with this course and it was great seeing how much knowledge I already knew. personal challenge. Diane Shiel
Brilliant course, covers absolutely everything and explains in detail - breaks everything down which makes it all easier to understand too. I would highly recommend this course to anyone wanting to educate themselves on Autism. Thank you so much for the experience. Shauna Finnerty
Happy to gain more information about autism as I have a 4 year old son diagnosed ASD. Very helpful. Kelly Partington
My youngest daughter was recently diagnosed Autistic, something I have struggled to accept and come to terms with the moment I was told by the Doctor. Living the military life is extremely difficult but ironically makes her stronger but equally challenges her daily. Seeing her upset so very often is extremely difficult but having just returned from another 4 month deployment I have had the opportunity to sit down and talk through things with my amazing wife Emma. She recommended I complete this course to help and build on my limited knowledge, awareness and understanding which has worked. A fantastic course that I would highly recommend to anyone looking to build their appreciation and awareness of Autism. Thank you very much New Skills Academy, really is appreciated. David Lawrence
Great course very informative. Easy to listen to and completehighly recommend new skills academy so many options with easy access. Layla Mitchell
I've done lots of Autism training over the last few years, both in person and online. This was by far the best, as it gave fully insightful, in depth and well explained information about all aspects of Autism. The simple format of the website really helped me to engage and stay focused, and it was written in a way that was so easy to digest yet also extremely informative and detailed. Thanks so much! Jaiya Edwards
I chose this course a while ago, and never ended up with enough time to complete it! but that's what's so great about it! it allows you to complete it how ever you like and for as long as you like! I completed mine on the bus on the way home from work, doing it in small doses, it provides you with all the information you need, informing you thoroughly! Thankyou! I can't wait to see where this takes me! Mollie Raven
I am new to working with children with autism and this course had help me to understand a lot more about the Autism Spectrum and the challenges that we might take for every day. This course is really good and so interesting and you can learn so much through the easy reading modules and videos. it can really help you understanding the condition and prepare you to do your best. Autism has such a wide range of effects on people and this course shows that not all autistic people or children and the same and are all unique, individual and amazing in their own way. Jemma Morgans
This course enriched my knowledge in understanding autism in children and helped me understand the range of needs related to their daily life. The information contained here gave me the opportunity to learn about many new methods of communicating and how to work with children with ASD. Bernardeta Szklarz
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