Autism is a developmental disorder the symptoms of which begin to appear in early childhood. It most often starts in children between the ages 1 and 3, and the person’s psychological functions are impacted and last their entire life. It is possible for the first manifestation of autism to occur later, between the ages 4 and 5, in which case it is often referred to as secondary autism. Autism affects boys more often than girls, and the incidence is 4-6 children per 10,000. In the past ten years, research has noted an increase in the frequency of the occurrence of disorders from the autistic spectrum, and it is estimated that they occur in about 1% of the general population. The aim of this research project was to investigate the opinions of nursing and physiotherapy students at the University of the North in Varaždin about working with people with autism. The respondents reflected on various aspects of working with people with autism, emphasized the importance of education and recognized the significance of empathy, patience and creativity as key skills in the process. Students expressed an interest in working with people with autism, but also recognized their own insecurity and the need for support when tackling the many challenges of working with people with autism. Nurses play a key role in supporting people with autism. Their role includes providing emotional support to people with autism and their families, monitoring the specific needs of each person, as well as cooperating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best possible treatment and therapy. The role of nurses and health professionals in working with people with autism contributes to their professional development and enables the realization of the patients' potential. The nurses' empathic approach facilitates communication and builds trust. Continuous education of nurses is essential for their professional growth as well as for the quality of care they give to people with autism. The quality of care people with autism receive in turn also improves their skills and leads to a higher quality of life.