Qualification: NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism
Unit: Unit 02: Using a person-centred approach to support individuals with autism
Learning outcome: 2 Understand how to support individuals with autism using a person-centred approach
Assessment criteria: 2.3. Give examples of how support can be provided in a way that is: compassionate, non-judgemental
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- Examples of support provided in a way that is compassionate:
- Taking a genuine interest in and respecting an individual’s views and perspectives
- Ensuring an individual has sufficient time to process information you have given them before responding or making a decision
- Understanding that there is usually a reason for behaviour that may be deemed inappropriate
- Examples of support provided in a way that is non-judgmental:
- Not assuming that an individual that has difficulties in communication is unable to make decisions for themselves
- Understanding that we all experience feelings and emotions in different ways when an individual with autism has heightened anxiety when planning to visit a crowded area
- Not trying to stop an adult from participating in activities that you may consider childish
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