Basic course on autism

Autism spectrum disorder, commonly known as autism, is a complex neurodevelopmental condition involving a broad range of symptoms and individual characteristics.

Designed by specialists in neurodevelopmental disorders at the IMPAROLA centre, this course offers an in-depth understanding of autism, from diagnosis to treatment guidelines. Learners will develop the ability to recognise core symptoms, understand severity and support needs, identify individual characteristics and follow the diagnostic process. By the end of the course, they will be able to contribute to a more informed and aware understanding and support of autistic people.

The course provides essential information about autism spectrum disorder, from the elements that lead to diagnosis to the approaches used for treatment and rehabilitation.

The term “Autisms” is used to emphasise that the autism spectrum includes people with different and distinctive symptoms, abilities and needs. Starting from scientific evidence and the DSM-5 diagnostic manual, the course outlines the principal aspects shared by people within this clinical condition.

By the end of the course, learners will:

• distinguish core symptoms and diagnostic specifiers of autism spectrum disorder;
• understand the three severity/support levels described by DSM-5;
• recognise characteristics associated with autism;
• know the steps leading to diagnosis;
• understand treatment recommendations in the guidelines.

Module 1 – Introduction to autism spectrum disorder. The concept of “Autisms” is introduced.

The course starts with neurodevelopmental disorders and then examines the main aspects of autism according to DSM-5. It analyses the two core symptoms, the three levels of severity and support, and possible causes of autism.

Module 2 – Comorbidity and differential diagnosis.

Clinical conditions that may occur alongside autism are examined, with emphasis on distinguishing diagnoses that share features with autism but are not autism itself, including social (pragmatic) communication disorder.

Module 3 – Characteristics of autism spectrum disorder.

The course reviews areas in which autistic people may show specific characteristics, including sensory, emotional, executive, communication and behavioural characteristics.

Module 4 – Possible developmental indicators.

This module describes early signs that may be observed at home and school and the stages of diagnostic assessment, highlighting the importance of an individualised intervention plan.

Module 5 – Guideline recommendations.

Recommended treatments for children and adolescents with ASD are explained, together with the different approaches on which treatments may be based.

The course is delivered asynchronously. Access remains valid for one year from the purchase date.

Individual teachers may purchase the training course with the Italian Teacher’s Card, credit card or bank transfer for 59,00€. When purchasing with the Teacher’s Card, generate the voucher, complete the form for the chosen course, select “Teacher’s Card” as the payment method and attach the voucher as a PDF. You will receive credentials to access the platform and take the course within 48 hours.

The course is promoted by the IMPAROLA training body and certified under Italian Directive 170/2016. Permanent teachers interested in certification of training hours may register on the SOFIA platform.

If you have never used the platform, follow these steps:

• Click this link and register;
• enter your Italian tax code and then your personal details;
• add your email address and accept the terms and conditions and personal-data processing;
• you will receive confirmation by email; click the link in that email;
• you will then receive platform access credentials by email. The password is temporary and can be changed.

To enrol in the training initiative, search in the “catalogue” section for LEZIONE BASE SUGLI AUTISMI or identification code 89737, then click “Register now”.

At the end of the course, contact us at formazione@arsbook.it. We will record your attendance on the platform; you can then complete the satisfaction questionnaire and download your certificate of attendance.

What is the course and what will I learn?

This on-demand training course combines essential theory with practical classroom applications, guiding you from key concepts to ready-to-use teaching methods.

Who is it for?

It is designed for teachers and education professionals. The augmented-reality course is aimed especially at primary-school and support teachers; the autism course is useful for early-years, primary and support settings.

How do I take the course?

The course is fully self-paced: access it whenever you wish from any device. Access remains active for 12 months from purchase.

How can I pay?

You can pay with the Italian Teacher’s Card, credit card or bank transfer. With the Teacher’s Card, generate and attach the voucher during enrolment; credentials arrive within 48 hours.

Are the courses recognised and do they issue a certificate?

Yes. They are promoted by the IMPAROLA training body and certified under Italian Directive 170/2016. After attendance is recorded and the satisfaction questionnaire completed, you can download the certificate from the platform.

Can I enrol through the SOFIA platform? What are the IDs?

Yes. Permanent teachers can register on SOFIA and search by course title or ID: 80310 for Augmented Reality and Learning – Primary School, and 89737 for the Basic Autism Course.

When will I receive my access credentials?

After the order and payment check: credentials are sent to the email address provided during enrolment within 48 hours.

Do I need special equipment?

An internet-connected device is sufficient. For classroom use of augmented-reality content, an interactive whiteboard or interactive display with mirroring is recommended.

Can I purchase as a school or institution?

Yes. Kits and dedicated solutions are available for schools; we can prepare quotations and activations for groups of teachers.

How can I get support before or after purchase?

Email formazione@arsbook.it or call 331 592 5543. The team can help with enrolment, activation, SOFIA and certificates.