Please ensure Javascript is enabled for purposes of website accessibility

Autism in Higher Education

This self-study course will prepare you for working as a NMH Support Professional in Higher Education, giving you the knowledge and skills required to effectively support students who have an Autism Spectrum Condition.

Throughout the 7 modules, you will learn about the medical and social models of disability, the kinds of barriers autistic students face in Higher Education, how to use the SPELL framework, and the kinds of support roles you could provide.

With tutor assessed work throughout, this course will give you the confidence you need to effectively support autistic learners and develop tailored strategies to help mitigate their difficulties.

Course Curriculum


  Autism in Higher Education
Available in days
days after you enroll
  Understanding Autism
Available in days
days after you enroll
  The Medical and Social Models
Available in days
days after you enroll
  Barriers Faced by Autistic Students
Available in days
days after you enroll
  Professional Support Roles
Available in days
days after you enroll
  SPELL in Higher Education
Available in days
days after you enroll
  Working with Autistic Students
Available in days
days after you enroll
  Revisiting the Models of Disability
Available in days
days after you enroll
  Assessments
Available in days
days after you enroll
  Course Summary
Available in days
days after you enroll