The third edition of Understanding and Responding to Autism builds on the successful SPELL framework, extensively updated by a team of autistic authors and allies following years of experience training in different settings. Featuring new and updated material, this resource offers a person-centred, neurodiversity-affirming approach, which reflects the many developments in this field since the last edition. The pack is designed primarily for those who wish to lead classroom-based training, which is the recommended way to deliver training of this kind successfully. Aimed at health and social care workers, professionals in the wider education system and employers looking to improve their workplace, this revision is also relevant for a range of further settings and professionals - including those working in mental health services within the community and criminal justice systems. The updated SPELL framework (3rd edition) in this comprehensive guide, tailored for educators and professionals to enhance autism training and support.