NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism
601/6330/6
A nationally recognised Level 2 qualification designed to develop knowledge and understanding of autism and the principles of supporting autistic individuals in a positive, person-centred way.
180 TQT • 152 GLH • Age 16+
About This Qualification
The NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism helps learners build knowledge and understanding of autism. It is suitable for people who want to understand autism and learn how autistic individuals can be supported effectively.
Throughout the qualification, learners explore autism, person-centred approaches and communication. In addition, they develop their understanding of social interaction, sensory processing, perception and cognition. They also look at positive behaviour support and ways to help autistic individuals live healthy and fulfilled lives.
The qualification contains six mandatory units and is knowledge based, therefore learners do not need to be working or completing a practical placement in order to undertake it.
Qualification at a Glance
Awarding organisation
NCFE CACHE
Qualification number
601/6330/6
Level
Level 2
Total Qualification Time
180 Hours
Guided Learning Hours
152 Hours
Minimum Age
16+
How You’ll Study
You will study primarily through Magpie Training’s Moodle e-learning platform. Moodle gives you access to learning resources, assessment activities and regular assessor support
Throughout the programme, your Magpie Training assessor will provide guidance and feedback. Once you have met the assessment requirements, your assessor will confirm your achievement
How You’ll Be Assessed
Assessment is completed through a portfolio of evidence demonstrating your understanding of the qualification content. This may include written assignments, structured tasks, questions and answers and other appropriate knowledge-based evidence.
Your allocated Magpie Training assessor will provide guidance and feedback throughout the programme and will confirm when sufficient valid evidence has been provided to meet the qualification requirements.
No Workplace Placement Required
This is a knowledge-based qualification, so you do not need to be employed in a care setting or complete workplace observations to achieve it. As a result, it is suitable for people already working in health, social care or education, as well as those who want to build their knowledge before progressing into relevant employment or further study.
Studying from anywhere in the UK?
You do not need to be based near Magpie Training. Our regulated qualifications can be supported nationally through Moodle, regular assessor contact and planned workplace evidence.
Who Is This Qualification For?
This qualification is suitable for learners who want to develop their understanding of autism and the approaches used to support autistic individuals.
For example, it is particularly relevant to people working, or planning to work, in healthcare, social care, education, early years, leisure, nursing and voluntary services.
There are no specific prior learning requirements, although previous study at Level 1 in areas such as health care, social care, childcare or supporting learning may be helpful.
Progression
Successful completion of this qualification can support progression into employment in sectors such as healthcare, social care, education, early years, leisure and voluntary services.
Learners can also progress to qualifications including:
NCFE CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism
Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support
Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare
Level 3 Early Years qualifications
Ready to Start Your Qualification?
Build your knowledge of autism, communication, sensory processing, person-centred approaches and positive support.
The qualification can also support progression within employment by strengthening knowledge, confidence and evidence of occupational competence.