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- Accredited by: CiQCPD Qualification Standards
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- Course delivery: This course is delivered in video format
Course details
Being a Teaching Assistant is one of the most rewarding roles, especially when you have the knowledge to support children with autism. This Teaching Assistant course gives you an essential understanding of child development and autism, so you can make a real difference to a child's learning experience. It's designed to help you understand the unique needs of children with autism and how to create a supportive environment for them.You'll learn about the causes, symptoms, and challenges of autism. You'll also understand how communication and relationships with students and families are key to creating a positive learning space. This Teaching Assistant course will guide you through safeguarding practices, professional communication, and the basics of pedagogy, so you're prepared to handle different situations in the classroom.
If you're looking to make a meaningful impact as a Teaching Assistant, this Teaching Assistant course provides you with the foundation you need. Gain the knowledge to support children with autism and contribute to their success.
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand child and young person development and their diverse learning needs.
- Develop professional communication and relationship-building skills with students, families, and colleagues.
- Gain insights into autism's causes, symptoms, and impact on behaviour and communication.
- Learn effective safeguarding measures to protect the welfare of children.
- Explore the fundamentals of pedagogy and how to create supportive learning environments.
- Understand the diagnosis and treatment of autism and the myths surrounding it.
- Module 1: Understanding the Development of Children and Young Person
- Module 2: Communication and Professional Relationships with Pupils and Family
- Module 3: Safeguarding the Welfare of Children and Young Person
- Module 4: Pedagogy
- Module 5: The Basics About Autism: What Is It?
- Module 6: What Are the Factors that Contribute to Autism in a Child
- Module 7: Autism and Genetics
- Module 8: What Are the Basic Symptoms of Autism
- Module 9: What Are the Speech and Communication Problems of Autism
- Module 10: Autism and Body Language
- Module 11: Autism, Toxic Metals, and Vaccines
- Module 12: The Cause of Autism Might Be Found in Autistic Mice
- Module 13: Autism: The Need for Increased Research
- Module 14: How is Autism Treated
- Module 15: How Is Autism Diagnosed
- Module 16: Myths about Autism
- Module 17: How to Look for Autism Signs in Infants
- Module 18: How Can Families Cope With an Autistic Child and the Financial Burden
- Module 19: The Differences Between Asperger’s Syndrome and Autism
- Module 20: Autism Assistance Dogs
Eligibility / Requirements
To enrol in this course, you only need a basic understanding of English and an internet connection.
Job roles this course is suitable for:
Teaching Assistant , Autism Support Worker , Educational Support Specialist , Child Development Assistant , SEN Teaching Assistant , Classroom Support Worker , Behavioral Teaching Assistant , Learning Support Assistant , Inclusive Education AssistantCourse Location
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