NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism
This qualification is designed for learners who want to increase their knowledge and understanding of autism.
Entry requirements
No formal entry requirements but informal interview may be required.
Course units
This qualification is designed for learners who want to increase their knowledge and understanding of autism. Successful completion of this qualification will allow learners to develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of autism, which would support progression onto appropriate qualifications and into employment within the childcare or health and social care sector.
This qualification aims to:
•focus on the study of autism in childcare and health and social care sectors
•offer breadth and depth of study, incorporating a key core of knowledge
The objective of this qualification is to:
• progress within employment in a variety of sectors and in a number of job roles where an understanding of autism and knowledge of how to support autistic individuals is required.
Assessments
This qualification is internally assessed and a portfolio of evidence is externally quality assured.
Course fees
£811 - Advanced Learner Loan available.
Course progression
You may wish to progress to study another of our Health & Social Care courses. Visit the curriculum page for more information.
Dates & course durations
6th October 2025 - 22nd June 2026, Mondays.
Study methods
This course will be taught face-to-face in a classroom setting.
Facilities
Students have access to a fantastic range of College-wide facilities such as the Learning & Research Centre, study hubs, computer areas with accompanying multi-function printers and helpdesk advice.
Additional costs
N/A
Career progression
This qualification is designed for learners wishing to progress to a wide range of further learning and job roles in healthcare, social care, education, early years and voluntary work
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