Autism Courses and Certifications

Understanding autism

239 ratings at OpenLearn

Learn about autism, one of the most challenging long-term conditions of the century. This free course, Understanding autism, introduces the autism spectrum, how it is experienced by individuals and...

• OpenLearn
• 24 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

Autism Awareness Course for Parents - Autism Training

247 ratings at Udemy

Training Helps Parents Reduce Challenging Autism Behavior Learn to Understand & Manage Autism and Autistic Children

• Udemy
• 3-4 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Good Practice in Autism Education

2 reviews

Autism is a highly varied condition and can be associated with exceptional academic ability through to intellectual disability.

• FutureLearn
• 4 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Understanding Autism

2 reviews

Understand more about autism, including diagnosis, the autistic spectrum and life with autism, with this online course.

• FutureLearn
• 4 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Attention and Autism

Develop your insight and skills to better understand how attention works in autistic people.

• FutureLearn
• 4 weeks, 4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Autism and Mental Health

19 ratings at edX

Explore autism's impact on mental health, learn strategies for self-care, and develop skills for self-advocacy and social connection while embracing a positive autistic identity.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 1-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Autism and Neurodiversity: Building Your Child's Strengths

14 ratings at edX

Learn to recognise concerning behaviours, understand the diagnosis process, create a plan, build on strengths, and successfully advocate for your child.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 1-2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microcredential

Autism: Developing Knowledge of Autistic Experiences

Explore autistic experiences, rights, healthcare access, and inclusive education to enhance understanding and support for autistic individuals across various life domains.

• FutureLearn
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Autistic People's Rights and the Law

Learn about legislation affecting the rights of autistic people within social care, employment and the criminal justice system.

• FutureLearn
• 4 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Autistic Health: Improving Access to Healthcare

Learn how to improve quality of life for autistic people and overcome the barriers they face in accessing healthcare.

• FutureLearn
• 4 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Autistic Students and Education: Creating an Inclusive Classroom

Explore the experiences of autistic students and learn how to create inclusive and enabling educational environments.

• FutureLearn
• 4 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

A Deeper Understanding of Autistic People

Develop your knowledge of the experiences of autistic people of different genders, barriers to diagnosis and the latest research.

• FutureLearn
• 4 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Autism, Anxiety, and Managing Energy Levels - Parenting Experiences

Explore personal experiences of raising autistic children, managing mental health, and balancing work-life demands. Learn strategies for self-care and supporting others in tech communities.

• YouTube
• 46 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Royal Institution

Autism: A Personal Journey

Dame Stephanie Shirley shares her personal experiences with autism, discusses scientific research, and explores innovative approaches like robot-assisted teaching in this insightful talk on understanding and supporting individuals with autism.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

RSA Conference

The Autistic Executive - Auditor’s Life with Asperger’s and OCD

Explore the challenges and strengths of being an executive with autism and OCD, focusing on authenticity, attention to detail, and strategies for managing communication and emotional difficulties in the workplace.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Video