Learning Disability and Autism Awareness

This course helps learners develop a strong understanding of learning disabilities, autism, and the wider autistic spectrum. It covers how these conditions can impact daily life, explores common behavioural traits, and provides strategies for recognising triggers and managing situations effectively within care settings.

At Polymath Training & Consultancy, our workshops are engaging, practical, and tailored to the specific realities of adult and children’s social care. Every session is delivered by trainers with professional teaching backgrounds and hands-on care experience.

Who Is This Course for?

This course is ideal for anyone working with or supporting individuals with autism or learning disabilities, including:

  • Care professionals
  • Residential care staff
  • Domiciliary care workers
  • Nursing and LD care home staff
  • Understanding learning disabilities
  • Differences between learning disabilities and learning difficulties
  • Overview of the autistic spectrum
  • How autism impacts daily living
  • Social impacts of autism
  • Recognising behavioural traits associated with autism
  • Identifying triggers and early warning signs
  • Strategies for managing situations calmly
  • Introduction to therapeutic interventions

Ready to Book?

Get in touch today to arrange autism and learning disability awareness training tailored to your team’s needs.