Health Sciences

Autism Awareness

Introduction - Non Regulated

What is Introduction?

This is an introductory level course for beginners and requires no formal qualifications to apply.

Find out about progression

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Introduction

This is an introductory level course for beginners and requires no formal qualifications to apply.

Find out about progression

Course description

“When you meet one person with autism, you’ve met one person with autism” (Dr Stephen Shore) – this quote highlights the extent of diversity that exists among individuals with autism. It can therefore be difficult to know where to start when learning about this type of neurodiversity.

This short course is designed to give the non-specialist a general understanding and overview of autism. You will learn about some of the challenges faced by people with autism, and some practical strategies for supporting them. You will also discover some of the recent research surrounding autism, and perhaps more importantly, some of the things people with autism want you to know!

What can this course lead to?

This course will support you to progress onto further short courses including Dementia Awareness and Substance Misuse Awareness. If you would like to gain a qualification in the area, you could apply for the Level 2 Award In Dementia Awareness. Our Student Support Services team will work with you to design a personalised learning journey based on your needs and aspirations.

Course session dates

Tailored Learning Objective

Preparation for further learning

When does this start and end?

We have 3 different start dates for this course:

21 March 2026 - 22 March 2026
9 September 2025 - 10 September 2025
6 January 2026 - 7 January 2026

What are the entry requirements?

No formal qualifications are required to study this course. A willingness to learn is essential.

“The course has allowed me to get the grades that I need to become a Midwife.” - Courtney
Learn more about Courtney's story

I have been here two months now and I couldn't wish for a better place to study. I'm studying Health Science and it has many interesting modules. My tutors are amazing... Thank you to all the staff at Northern College. You couldn't do your job any better! Cannot wait to progress.

I would recommend Northern College to anyone looking to develop a long term academic career in a safe and healthy environment with loads of inspiration and caring staff to work with.

Northern College for adults changed my life. I did short courses and an Access to Higher Education course. I am now a midwife with a first class degree.