Autism Champions plus Learning Disabilities
The aim of this course is to provide attendees with underpinning knowledge and understanding of Autistic Spectrum Disorders/Conditions Tier 2 level of the Department of Health & Social Care Core Capabilities Framework for Supporting Autistic People.
It is intended to help attendees become Champions to cascade learning through their teams, groups and organisations and to be the go-to people within their organisation in support of autistic employees, clients and patients. A session on Learning Disabilities is included in this course to help fulfil the mandate in the Health and Care Act 2022.
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About the course
The course is –
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CPD accredited
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Meets Tier 2 of the Core Capability Framework for Supporting Autistic People and the Core Capability Framework for Supporting People with a Learning Disability
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Meets the mandate in the Health and Care Act 2022 for training staff in registered services in autism and also learning disabilities
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Champions can cascade the learning to their teams, colleagues and organisations making it a cost-effective way of spreading autism awareness and understanding, as well as an awareness of learning disabilities and difficulties.
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Upon completion, attendees will receive a Champions attendance certificate and training materials so they can cascade the learning to their teams.
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The Champions course can also lead to the Autism Inclusive Badge Award. The National Strategy states “We want many more businesses, public sector services and different parts of the transport system to become more autism-inclusive, so that autistic people can access these spaces and services, just like everyone else.” Autism Champions can work towards gaining the badge for their teams, departments or organisations.
Objectives
The course content is as below –
Autism
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Etymology and prevalence
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Possible causes and diagnosis
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History and co-morbidity
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Characteristics of autism (the bulk of the session)
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Behaviours and impact
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What works
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Legislative requirements
Learning Disabilities
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Intellectual disabilities and specific learning disorders
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Co-morbid physical and mental conditions
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Communication
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Risk of health inequalities
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Mental capacity and consent
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Legislation and guidance
Cascading to colleagues
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Audience
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Environment
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Learning Styles
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How to personalise the information through stories and exercises (presentation)
Objectives of the course are –
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To gain an understanding of individuality
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To gain an understanding of the subtleties in autism of social communication differences and rigidity using theory of mind, executive functioning and sensory difference exercises
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To gain an understanding of the differences and cross-overs between learning disabilities and intellectual disabilities
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To gain some knowledge in possible co-morbid or co-occurrences within the autism, learning disabilities and mental health fields
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To reflect upon own practice and devise an action plan going forward
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To explore how best to manage effective communication between individuals, families and professionals
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To develop an action plan for cascading the learning to colleagues and teams
Facilitation
The Champions course is delivered in two parts –
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Part 1 – CPD accredited eLearning in Autism Spectrum Conditions – this needs to be completed prior to Part 2.
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Part 2 – three Zoom sessions (the sessions are one week apart) – leading to the CPD accredited Champions certificate
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The course is delivered by a Tier 2 trained facilitator to Living Autism standars with input from an autistic expert by experience.
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The Zoom sessions are interactive with active participation from attendees.
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Alternative facilitation
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For organisations that would like to train between 6 and 10 Champions, the Champions course can be offered onsite face-to-face. Please email info@manarmatusiak for more details and costs.
Dates and costs
The dates for the Zoom sessions of the Champions courses 2026 are as below. The Zoom sessions run from 1.00 pm to 5.00 pm. All three sessions must be attended.
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January 06, 13, 20
March 10, 17, 24
May 05, 12, 19
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Numbers are capped at 10 per workshop.
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The cost of the course is £540 per person. The cost covers one eLearning licence and three Zoom sessions.
What learners have said
“It has refreshed our knowledge imparted new knowledge and has made us think again.”
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“It will have a positive impact as we cascade the information down through our staff team.”
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“Now I understand more about Autism I can use this in my own practice and pass it onto others.”
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“In a very positive way. I know I can go and deliver training to my team to improve overall practice.”