iCQ
Level 2
QN: 603/5139/1
Curriculum Active
iCQ Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by iCQ. Classified as a Occupational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 140 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
iCQ
Syllabus Units
7 Units
Guided Hours
140 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Managing risks when supporting an individual with autism
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how society impacts upon a person with autism
- Know how to support individuals to maintain their personal safety
- Understand the purpose of positive risk-taking
2
Supporting and promoting positive behaviour in individuals with autism
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how autism may affect an individual’s behaviour
- Know how to support positive behaviour
- Understand best practice in managing behaviours of individuals with autism
3
Supporting individuals living with autism
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to support individuals with autism using a person-centred approach
- Understand the experience of living with autism
- Understand how to support individuals with transitions and life events
- Know how to use formal and informal networks to support an individual with autism
4
Understanding Autism
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand autistic spectrum conditions
- Recognise signs and symptoms of autism
- Know about conditions that commonly co-occur with autism
- Understand the importance of formal diagnosis of autism
5
Understanding effective communication and social interaction when supporting individuals with autism
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand speech, language and communication in individuals with autism
- Understand how social interaction may differ in individuals with autism
- Know strategies that can be used to support communication and social interaction for individuals with autism
6
Understanding sensory processing, perception and cognition in individuals with autism
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how individuals with autism process sensory information
- Understand the cognitive differences individuals with autism may have in processing information
- Know how to recognise and support sensory needs
- Understand how the physical environment impacts upon a person with autism
7
Understanding theories, support and legislation in relation to autism
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand different theories that relate to autism
- Know how legislation and guidance underpins support for individuals with autism
- Understand help and support available for individuals with autism
- Know how to support individuals with employment5 Understand support networks and facilities for an individual with autism
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/5139/1
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- iCQ
- Qualification Type
- Occupational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2019