AUT-03 — How Autism Shows Up

Recognizing how autism appears — in communication, senses, and behavior — is the first step to responding with skill and respect. This module is part of CareCertify's in-depth caregiver course on autism spectrum disorder, developed from current CDC data, the DSM-5-TR framework, and peer-reviewed research. It is general caregiver education about autism, not medical advice — caregivers follow each autistic person's own plan and consult qualified professionals.

Learning Objectives

• Recognize common social communication differences
• Understand stimming and why it matters
• Describe routines, sameness, and intense interests
• Identify sensory differences
• See how autism presents across the lifespan and masking
• Observe well and read behavior as communication