Autism Awareness Training Resources

Autism Awareness

A mixed generic pack. 

6 Presentations, 9 Handouts, 6 Assessments 

All files editable.

Covering autism fundamentals, child development, mental health, Asperger syndrome, interventions and more.

Topics covered:

• What autism is, including characteristics and lived experiences

• How autistic people may think, feel and communicate

• Differences in social interaction, imagination and sensory processing

• Autism in childhood, including development, education and support needs

• Autism and mental health, including anxiety, depression and OCD

• Interventions, including educational, behavioural and therapeutic approaches

• Asperger syndrome, characteristics and support considerations

Presentation 1 – Introduction to Autism (24 slides)

Aims & Objectives • What Is Autism? • Asperger Syndrome • Characteristics • Social Interaction • Social Communication • Imagination • Routines • Sensory Difficulties • Causes • Diagnosis & Interventions • References

Presentation 2 – Focus on Autism (21 slides)

Kanner Syndrome • Wing & Gould (1979) • Asperger Syndrome • Prevalence • Diagnosing Autism (Children & Adults) • References

Presentation 3 – Autism & Child Development/Education (41 slides)

Child Development • Autism & Development • Characteristics • Sensory Difficulties • Repetitive Movements • Speech & Language • Interventions • Educational Needs • School Support • Bullying • Outcomes • SEN/EHC Plans • Assessment • References

Presentation 4 – Autism & Mental Health (49 slides)

Mental Health Problems • Depression • Anxiety • OCD • Schizophrenia • Psychological Treatments • CBT • Behavioural Techniques • Relaxation • Drug Treatments • References

Presentation 5 – Treatments for Autism (16 slides)

Educational Approaches • Medication • Therapies • Other Interventions • References

Presentation 6 – Introduction to Asperger Syndrome (14 slides)

Key Characteristics • Routine • Causes • Treatment • References

Word Documents

• 6 handouts (one for each presentation)

• 6 multiple‑choice assessments with answer sheets

• Extra handouts:

  • Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA)

  • TEACCH Awareness

  • Triad of Impairments

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