Recognising & Responding to Autism

This course aims to help you recognise potential autistic traits in various contexts, promoting more thoughtful responses, focusing on awareness rather than formal diagnosis. Develop a better understanding of the diverse ways autism can present across different ages and people. This course covers key characteristics, including subtle signs, and considers how autism might be perceived in various social and professional contexts.

Among the many topics we cover, you'll learn about...

• Understanding the diverse presentations of autism across ages and genders

• Observable differences in social communication and interaction

• Recognising patterns of behaviour, interests, and activities (e.g. routines, special interests, stimming)

• Identifying potential sensory sensitivities and responses

• The concept of masking and how it can hide autistic traits

• Differentiating between autistic traits and other conditions (without diagnosing)

What do these courses cost?

We've kept our prices as low as possible so you don't have to think too hard about your budget. We want to help provide practical, meaningful education, ideas and guidance to help make the world a better, more fulfilling place for everyone. Here's how the courses are priced...

SPECIAL OFFER THIS MONTH!
All bookings this month include a free digital copy of our best-selling book, Understanding Autism!

Our courses are conducted online via Microsoft Teams video conferencing (you don't need to install Teams or have a Teams licence - you can take part using any web browser on any computer, tablet, or phone).

Each course booking can have up to SIX participants included in the price. You can choose who attends - it can be anyone as long as you can give us their names and email addresses, with their permission (so we can invite them to the video meeting, and send their certificates afterward).

Need some specific advice? While the 1-hour courses are just about education, the 2-hour courses include a detailed questions & answers session and expert consultation about your specific needs and situation. However we're not registered financial or medical advisors so we can't legally give professional advice on those subjects - but we will tell you exactly who to talk to and where to get the right advice (usually for free). Our trainers all have Level 3 Adult Social Care qualifications, and are experienced Lived Experience trainers who also deliver the UK government-mandated Oliver Macgowan training for frontline health and social care staff.

Will you benefit from our courses?

Definitely! Our courses are designed to be beneficial for a wide range of people and organisations, including:

• People seeking a better understanding of neurodiversity and its challenges
• Autistic people looking for better ways to live their life
• Families, carers, and friends of autistic people
• Groups or clubs who want to become truly inclusive
• Businesses and employers aiming for a more inclusive workplace
• Social care providers and staff
• Healthcare providers and professionals
• Charities and non-profit organisations
• Community organisations and leaders
• Educators and support staff in schools, colleges, and universities
• Local and central government authorities

Are you ready to embark on a journey of understanding and inclusion?

Click on any course to ask us about your needs. We're always happy to tailor any course to your own situation or group. Let us help you make a real difference!