Online modules: Understanding Autism

Online Course • National Autistic Society

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This online training module provides perspectives from autistic people about how autism is defined and experienced.

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National Autistic Society

National Autistic Society

National Autistic Society

We are the UK's leading charity for people on the autism spectrum and their families. Since 1962, we have been providing support, guidance and advice, as well as campaigning for improved rights, services and opportunities to help create a society that works for autistic people. We deliver tailored in-house training in autism to various organisations, local authorities, social services practitioners, and professionals across the UK.

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