AUT-04 — Communication & Connection

Every autistic person communicates. Your job is to understand how — and to build genuine trust along the way. 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

• Treat communication as two-way and presume competence
• Give processing time and speak clearly
• Use visual supports effectively
• Support augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)
• Connect through the person's interests
• Build trust and respect communication boundaries