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Autism and the criminal justice system

This course aims to increase participants’ understanding of autism and associated vulnerabilities in the context of the criminal justice system.

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About the course


This course aims to increase participants’ understanding of autism and associated vulnerabilities in the context of the criminal justice system. It also explores supportive approaches.

The course is suitable for professionals working in the criminal justice system, including police officers, prison workers, secure unit and court staff who want to develop a general awareness and understanding of autism. Delegates will also have the opportunity to discuss their practices and how these can be adapted to meet the needs of autistic people.

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For in-house training for your organisation; live online or face-to-face

Training details and timings


Our interactive training provides delegates with access to our courses in a learner friendly and accessible way. Your training will be delivered by one of our experienced and knowledgeable training consultants, using a combination of PowerPoint presentation, videos and discussion to support learning. We schedule regular breaks into all our sessions. 

This course is delivered between 9.30am – 3.30pm including breaks and lunchtime.
 

Live online courses are delivered using Microsoft Teams 

Delegates will be sent joining links and handouts prior to the course. We have approximately 25 delegates on each group, and we try to be sensitive to individual adjustments that people may need, including cameras being optional and using the chat function for interactions. 


Face-to-face courses are delivered at a venue of your choosing 

Electronic handouts are provided in advance for printing. We have approximately 30 delegates on each group.


 

Key topics

  • Neurodiversity
  • What is autism?
  • The autism spectrum
  • Areas of difference
  • Mental health; trauma
  • Differences and vulnerabilities
  • Further information, strategies and resources

Learning outcomes

  • Describe experiences of autistic people.
  • Understand autistic differences.
  • Understand specific vulnerabilities for autistic people.
  • Improve your practice in supporting autistic people in your setting.

Costs

Live online training for organisations

Training just for your organisation, up to 25 delegates, £1,495  + VAT

Face-to-face training for organisations

Training just for your organisation, up to 30 delegates, £1,845 + VAT

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We offer consultancy, in-house and bespoke training services for organisations.

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