The University's multi-professional programme in Autism is a first in Scotland. It supports and promotes appropriate and effective practice and is open to a range of health, care and education professionals working in the field of autism.
Participants on the Certificate programme undertake three compulsory modules, plus an independent study, option or elective module.
At Diploma stage, participants undertake one further compulsory module, along with three others taken from the option or elective menu. Those interested in continuing to Master's level undertake the module Methods of Professional Enquiry.
Teachers can enter the programme either by transferring from the Educational Support programme after completing the three core modules on that programme, or by entry directly onto the Autism programme.
The Autism programme as a whole is not part of the National Training Framework for training for Special Educational Needs, as the course is offered to a range of professionals. However, the module Raising Awareness of Autism is offered within the framework.
Applicants are required to have obtained a degree or equivalent qualifiaction/experience. This is to be coupled with significant professional experience.
Applicants without a degree/significant professional experience may apply for the non-graduating MSc; please contact the course leader for further information on the requirements of the non-graduating structure.
Consideration will be given to recognition of prior learning; please contact the course leader to discuss any recognised prior learning.
Students who exit the PG Cert/Dip/MSc Autism will be able to take an educated understanding of Autism into their professions. This course exists to provide professional development to teachers, carers and professionals working with or aiming to work with individuals affected by autism.
Certificate Modules: Compulsory
- Theory & Practice of Autism 1
- Theory & Practice of Autism 2
- Communication within Autism (ASD)
Diploma Compulsory Module
- Multi-Professional Work and Family Support
Certificate and Diploma Option Modules
- Understanding the Impact of Autism
- Autism and the Young Child (Early Intervention)
- Autism and Schooling
- Autism in Adulthood
- Asperger Syndrome
- Autism and Learning Disabilities
- Emotional Well-being in Autism
- Counselling Skills in Autism
- Play and Imagination in Autism
- Social Interaction and Understanding in Autism
- Independent Study Module
Already have a degree or equivalent qualification/experience, plus several years' relevant experience. Some applicants may be eligible for Accreditation for Prior Learning.
Progression to MSc in Autism is dependent on successful completion of the Postgraduate Diploma in Autism.
Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.
Study Location : OFF CAMPUS
Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.
Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.
Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.
Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.
Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.
Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.
Study Location : OFF CAMPUS
Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.
Study Location : OFF CAMPUS
Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.
for Sep 2013 entry to part-time PG Certificate autism by distance learning (Admission Code : CAUTDL)
Study Location : OFF CAMPUS
Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.
Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.