This course is suitable if you are an individual with Asperger Syndrome or a parent, teacher, clinician or professional associated with people with Asperger Syndrome. It gives you an in depth exploration of what Asperger Syndrome is and highlights some of the associated issues. It gives you an insight into some of the ways of developing appropriate support for individuals, as well as how to develop professional practice across all disciplines.

You explore some of the specific cognitive differences and sensory and perceptual issues in Asperger Syndrome. Risk assessment and forensic issues are examined as well as behavioural problems and ways of supporting people with Asperger Syndrome.

You also explore developmental issues and ways of developing social skills and diagnosis as well as being offered the perspectives of individuals with Asperger Syndrome.

We run this course in collaboration with the National Autistic Society.