Unit Award Scheme

110977 FEATURES OF AUTISM IN EARLY YEARS

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
demonstrated the ability to
1	name the two areas of difficulty within the diagnostic criteria for autism	Student completed work
2	describe three features of each element of the diagnostic criteria for autism	Student completed work
3	name three associated features of autism	Student completed work
4	give a reason why autism is described as a spectrum or as a continuum	Student completed work
5	name three behaviours that may be present in a young child with autism	Student completed work
shown knowledge of
6	the impact on the child of three sensory issues, eg sound, taste, smell	Student completed work
7	at least two possible implications of having a child with autism within the playgroup setting	Student completed work
8	at least two reasons why it is important to have an individual assessment for each child with autism	Student completed work
9	two educational principles from an article 'The culture of Autism' by Dr Gary Mesibov	Student completed work
experienced
10	taking part in a sensory practical exercise	Summary sheet
11	watching an autism related video clip with a group discussion.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 22 August 2018Level - Level Two