This free online course explores the types, causes and treatment of autism and discusses advocacy for the disorder. Learn about autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in this engaging course that examines various types of autism, lays out its causes and symptoms and outlines effective treatment options. We go through the history, epidemiology and neuroanatomy of autism. We then study co-occurring conditions and provide strategies used to manage the symptoms of ASD. We also discuss advocacy efforts like stigma reduction that are used to create inclusive environments.
| College | Alison |
| Course ID | 192347 |
| Course Type | Online Learning |
| Course Qualification | CPD Certificate |
| Course Duration | 1.5-3 hours |
| Course Fee | Free |
| Entry Requirements | Like all courses on the Alison Free Learning platform this is a free, CPD-accredited course. A Graduate can choose to buy a certificate or diploma upon successful completion of a course, but this is not required or necessary. At Alison we believe that free education, more than anything, has the power to break through boundaries and transform lives. Alison is the world’s largest free online empowerment platform for education and skills training, offering over 5000 CPD accredited courses and a range of impactful career development tools. It is a for-profit social enterprise dedicated to making it possible for anyone, to study anything, anywhere, at any time, for free online, at any subject level. Through our mission, we are a catalyst for positive social change, creating opportunity, prosperity, and equality for everyone. |
| Career Path | In This Free Course, You Will Learn How To • Identify and recognize the common symptoms and behaviors associated with autism • Recognize and categorize the co-occurring conditions often associated with autism, such as anxiety and ADHD • Define ‘autism spectrum disorder’ (ASD) and identify its types • Discuss and evaluate the various causes and risk factors contributing to the development of ASD • Analyze and evaluate different treatment options and interventions for those with autism • Explain and discuss the importance of advocacy and stigma reduction in the creation of inclusive environments |
| Course Code | 1310 |
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