Module 10 – Autism and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
A one-day online training.
Module 10 in the BPS Approved Cert/Dip in Autism and Mental Health.
£160
(inclusive of all course materials)
One-Day Online Training: Autism & Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
This one-day online course introduces a practical model for understanding the overlaps and differences between Autism and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD).
Flexible Learning: Complete the course at your own pace with all materials available online via our user-friendly learning management platform.
Standalone or Accredited Module: Take this course as a stand-alone training or as Module 10 in the BPS Approved Certificate and Diploma in Autism and Mental Health.
Evidence-Based Approach: Learn to apply neuro-informed and research-based strategies to better understand and support individuals with Autism and BPD.
Ideal for: Mental health professionals, educators, clinicians, and anyone supporting autistic individuals or those with BPD.
What will you learn on this course?
- Differentiation Skills: Learn to distinguish between BPD traits and the differences in communication, perception, thinking style, and cognition that are part of an autistic person’s lived experience.
- Research-Informed Practice: Gain awareness of the latest research, evidence-based approaches for BPD, and NICE treatment guidance to inform effective interventions.
- Early Detection: Develop the ability to identify Autism in girls and women, helping prevent misdiagnosis of BPD or diagnostic overshadowing.
- Practical Tools & Strategies: Access a comprehensive set of DBT-adjusted resources supporting both autistic individuals and those with BPD, including skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, sensory regulation, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness.
Investment
£160.00 (inclusive of all course materials)
For multiple bookings or for employer invoicing please call 07545 190915.
Discounts are available for multiple bookings.
Resources and Strategies you will take away
• Compassionate communication resources (increasing awareness of your own self-talk)
• Improving the moment using SPINS/STIMS resources
• Spotting the signs of autism in girls and women resource pack
• Supporting relationship transitions resource pack.
• The Circle of Control resource pack
• The differences and overlaps between Autism and BPD – Spotting the Signs Tool
How many lessons are there in this course?
There are five lessons in this module/short course including:
Lesson 1: What is BPD?
Lesson 2: Autism and BPD, “Spotting the Signs.” The overlaps and differences.
Lesson 3: Autism and BPD (autistic voices)
Lesson 4: Autism and BPD, evidence-based approaches.
Lesson 5: Resources and Skills
What are the benefits of completing this training?
• Understanding of Autism and BPD (using an inside out & neuro-affirmative approach)
• BPS Approved Certificate of completion (8 hours CPD).
• Work towards the BPS Approved Certification in Autism and Mental Health.
• Ability to adjust practice.
• Specific skills and resources for supporting Autistic people who experience co-occurring BPD.
• Access to supportive resources, skills, and approaches.
• Increased awareness around your own practice.
• Application of learning into practice.
What else will you take away from this course?
• PDF COURSE HANDOUTS
• FURTHER READING/REFERENCE LIST
• COURSE GUIDE AND WORKBOOK (INCLUDING LESSON PLAN FOR EACH LESSON)
• 12 WEEKS ACCESS TO 5 TUTOR LED VIDEOS
• 4 REFLECTIVE PRACTICE WORKSHEETS
• 7 NCAMH PODCAST INTERVIEWS
• 1 AUTISM AND BPD SPOTTING THE SIGNS TOOL
• 1 SPOTTING THE SIGNS OF AUTISM AMONGST GIRLS/WOMEN TOOL
• 4 RESOURCES (DBT ADJUSTED TOOLS)
• 2 ARTICLES
• LINKS TO NICE GUIDANCE
• ADDITIONAL LINKS AND RESOURCES
• ADDITIONAL BOOKS/RESOURCES
• LINKS TO SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIALS
How long with this course take to complete?
The learning on this online training course equates to approximately 1 day of training (8 hours).
Can I go on to complete the BPS Approved Certificate?
If you would like to go on to complete the BPS Approved Certificate and Diploma please click here to go to the course page. There are a further eleven online modules in the Certificate and Diploma Programme including:
• Module 1: Understanding Autism and Mental health
• Module 2: Core practitioner skills and adjustments to practice
• Module 3: Sensory Awareness and Regulation
• Module 4: Autism, Alexithymia, Masking/Camouflaging and Synesthesia.
• Module 5: Autism and Anxiety
• Module 6: Autism and Depression
• Module 7: Autism and Demand Avoidance
• Module 8: Autism and Eating Disorders/Disordered Eating (including ARFID)
• Module 9: Autism and OCD
• Module 11: Autism and Suicide
• Module 12: Autism and ADHD