Postgraduate Certificate SEN/ALN (Autism)
University of South Wales
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The PG Cert SEN/ALN (Autism) is for those who want to become an advanced practitioner in autism by acquiring a relevant qualification. USWs SEN/ALN course offers the only practice-based study of autism in the region and draws a wide range of students from south Wales and the west of England, as well as many international students.The course is designed for professionals who hold a specialist position in educational, health and care settings, or in the third sector, and is suitable for those who ...Read more

The PG Cert SEN/ALN (Autism) is for those who want to become an advanced practitioner in autism by acquiring a relevant qualification. USW's SEN/ALN course offers the only practice-based study of autism in the region and draws a wide range of students from south Wales and the west of England, as well as many international students.

The course is designed for professionals who hold a specialist position in educational, health and care settings, or in the third sector, and is suitable for those who work with children or adults on the spectrum. The PG Cert SEN/ALN (Autism) is of relevance to newly qualified practitioners who are interested in gaining a specialism in autism, and if you are coming from a personal perspective on autism and would like to deepen your knowledge and find out more about current research and relevant theoretical ideas.

Assessment

Each module is assessed by an assignment, which may take the form of a 5,000 word written assignment or an alternative practical assessment task.

Careers

Most students, who study part-time, work in this specific field of work. Our full-time students quickly find work locally within education or the care sector, which offers them opportunities to apply theory to practice. A Masters degree in Autism is a major boost to a career. Whatever your profession, experience has shown us that success on the course leads to enhanced employment prospects. Parents of children diagnosed with an ASD feel empowered both from their success and the increased insight gained.

A number of students have gone on to present at national and international conferences on an aspect of autism. Other students have secured promotion and or employment in organisations that specifically support or educate autistic individuals.

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56/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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74th
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95th
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Nichola
13 Nov 23

I have to travel from Pembrokeshire to Newport Uni for this course. I would very much like to see this delivered closer to home. As a mature student, it's more challenging to..Read more

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09 Mar 22

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Entry requirements

Students need to have a first degree and/or sufficient relevant experience of autism and evidence of recent study.

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£3,420 per year

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Part-time UK: £1140 per 20 credits

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