• Programme overview
• Programme content
• Awards
• Entry requirements
• Fees
• ACER Research Centre

Programme overview

The programme is designed to provide students with a broad understanding of the autism spectrum, an introduction to the latest research and an insight into current practice. It will prepare both practitioners and parents to draw upon recognised strategies for meeting the needs of individuals with autism in a variety of settings such as in the home, classroom, college, day service or residential environments.

Programme content

The three compulsory modules are:

• Understanding and Responding to the Autism Spectrum
• Working with Individuals on the Autism Spectrum
• Models for Practice when Working with People on the Autism Spectrum

Awards

One year: UCert (Autism Spectrum)
Two year: HECert (Autism Spectrum)

Entry requirements

• We normally expect two years’ current experience of working with or caring for someone on the autism spectrum
• Access to an online multimedia computer is essential
• No advanced computer expertise is required beyond being able to surf the web and send and receive emails with attachments
• Applicants must have a personal email account

Fees

1st Year (Distance education)

Fees for students commencing in 2009-10. Fees for subsequent years of study are likely to increase. An additional cost may be incurred for transferring between levels of study. These are indicative fees to be confirmed. Students should confirm their fees upon being offered a place.

*Fees correct as of 27th May 2009

ACER Research Centre

ACER strengthens and unites the different research and teaching components of the Autism Team and enhances its research profile, income and activities. ACER will provide clear and accessible information on the range and depth of activities and highlight the significant expertise of the autism spectrum within the Team.

For more detailed information about the activities of ACER, please visit the main website: www.education.bham.ac.uk/research/acer/