Certificate in Understanding Autism Level 3

Want to expand your knowledge of autism and explore the condition in greater depth?

Our NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism builds on Level 2 learning with a deeper exploration of autism’s effects on behaviour, communication, and sensory processing. You’ll study how to support autistic individuals more effectively, address misconceptions, and promote inclusivity in society.

This qualification is ideal for professionals in education, health, or social care who wish to strengthen their practice, as well as anyone supporting autistic people in a personal capacity.

What will you learn?

Course title: NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism

Course ref: 603/1935/5

This qualification helps you:

• Adopt a positive and respectful approach to supporting autistic individuals, recognising preferences in language and identity
• Explain the current legislative framework relating to autism and describe how theories of autism have developed over time
• Demonstrate understanding of how to support and manage transitions for autistic individuals across different life stages
• Identify a range of therapeutic interventions and sources of support for autistic individuals, including those with co-occurring conditions
• Apply strategies to support communication and social interaction for autistic individuals
• Recognise how autistic individuals may be vulnerable and describe the safeguarding responsibilities of support workers in line with legislative requirements
• Use the National Autistic Society as a reliable source of accurate and up-to-date terminology, guidance, and reference materials relating to autism
• Use this qualification as a foundation for progression to further study or employment within the health and social care sector

Your course is divided into manageable units:

• Unit 1: Autism in context
• Unit 2: Positive behavioural support for autistic individuals
• Unit 3: Understand support and management of transitions for autistic individuals
• Unit 4: Therapeutic interventions and support available for autistic individuals and co-occurring conditions
• Unit 5: Communication and social interaction with autistic individuals
• Unit 6: Safeguarding and resilience in autism

No exams required you’ll complete assessment activities that demonstrate your knowledge and skills.

Why learn with us?

• Flexible online learning – study anywhere, anytime, and fit learning around your lifestyle.
• Maximise learning & development budgets – employers can improve retention, morale, and CPD outcomes.
• 80% achievement rate – achieve a nationally recognised NCFE CACHE qualification.
• Dedicated tutor support – expert guidance every step of the way.
• Achieve in as little as 15-25 weeks - by committing 5–10 hours per week.

What our learners say

“By being more informed around autism my confidence has increased and I can see things in my clients which I was unaware of before.’’ Online Course Learner.

Where could this qualification lead?

Successful learners often progress to:

• Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
• Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Adult Care
• Apprenticeship Level 3 Teaching Assistant
• Apprenticeship level 3 Childcare

This course is also a great step toward careers in:

• Healthcare
• Social care
• Teaching Assistant
• Support Worker
• Early Years Practitioner
• Mental Health Support Worker
• Voluntary Roles (such as charities, Autism Support Volunteer, SEN classroom volunteer, Youth Club volunteer or Care Home volunteer)

Course Requirements

This course requires a basic level of English and Mathematics proficiency. By purchasing this course, you confirm that you meet these requirements.

Proof of Identification: Our operations team will contact you directly to request a copy of your identification for the purpose of registering you with the awarding body.