Autistic Spectrum Disorders University of Birmingham

The programme is designed for individuals who have experience, either through their work or as a carer or parent of a person with ASD. It will provide a broad understanding of ASD, introducing the latest research findings and insights into current best practice. It will prepare both practitioners and parents to draw upon recognised strategies for meeting the needs of individuals with ASD in a variety of settings.

As such, this course is of real benefit to, and can be studied by, a wide variety of people including:

• Parents of children with ASD


• Those working with adults with ASD


• Learning Support Assistants


• Residential Care and Social Workers


• Those providing support in day centres and colleges

As this is a web-based course, it is available throughout the UK, Ireland and the Channel Islands at present. The University is currently piloting the course in Sweden in partnership with Lund University, and plans to introduce the course to other countries in the future.

The Qualification

The University of Birmingham has an excellent reputation for providing courses for training practitioners who work in the field of autistic spectrum disorders. This web-based part-time course offers two levels of qualification: a University Certificate and a Certificate of Higher Education.

The University Certificate (ASD) is a practical programme of study over a period of one year. It is a part-time web-based course, earning 60 credits at undergraduate level.

Delivery

This unique, innovative course takes full advantage of interactive training methods such as the Internet, and audio and video material on CD-ROM, to make learning as interesting and accessible as possible.

The programme has been carefully designed to appeal to a variety of learning styles and offers a flexible approach to learning, allowing you to fit your study around your work and family commitments. Face-to-face tutorials are also arranged in your local area to provide you with an opportunity to meet fellow students and discuss work with an experienced lecturer/practitioner.

Programme Year

This programme runs from January to December.

Cost

Fees in 2007 are

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Entry requirements for this course

Contact University of Birmingham to find course entry requirements.

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