Unit Award Scheme

121861 UNDERSTANDING AUTISM AND COMMUNICATION DIFFERENCES

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
demonstrated the ability to
1	name two difficulties that an autistic person may experience with verbal communication	Student completed work
2	name two typical responses when a person does not respond to a verbal request	Student completed work
3	name two strategies that might assist an autistic person to understand verbal communication	Student completed work
4	define the difference between receptive and expressive communication	Student completed work
5	identify why a visual method of communication is often successful for autistic people	Student completed work
6	outline two visual methods of communication that may assist an autistic person in their daily life	Student completed work
shown knowledge of
7	the main fundamentals of effective communication	Student completed work
8	the main difference between language and communication	Student completed work
9	the likely communication experience for an autistic person	Student completed work
experienced
10	taking part in at least two practical exercises to demonstrate the effectiveness of visual communication.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 9 August 2024Level - Level Two