Neurodiversity in the workplace
Level – Skilled
Overview
Around 1 in 7 of the UK population are neurodivergent. This means they have natural differences in how their brains behave and process information. Common types of neurodivergence are:
- autism
- ADHD
- dyslexia
- dyspraxia
This training focuses on practical steps organisations can take to support individuals and create a neuroinclusive environment.
Knowing how to create a neuroinclusive environment can:
- improve productivity through support and psychological safety for employees
- help people to perform to their full potential
- improve diversity by attracting employees with a wider range of skills and experience
- reduce absence and employee turnover
- reduce the risk of conflict and legal disputes
Who is this best suited to?
Anyone who wants to learn about supporting neurodivergent people at work.
Skilled level courses will help you gain an in-depth understanding of the topic and an opportunity to practise skill to support your organisation. This training is aimed at people with good knowledge or experience in the topic, but this is not essential.
This training is especially suitable for:
- HR professionals
- managers, team leaders, and supervisors
- health and wellbeing leads
- EDI specialists
What will I learn from this training?
- Neurodiversity and the law
- Types of neurodivergence
- Common myths and challenging assumptions
- Creating a neuroinclusive environment
- Supporting neurodivergent employees and the different ways they work and learn
- Reasonable adjustments and wider support
- explain what neurodiversity is and the relevant law
- lead better conversations about neurodiversity using appropriate language
- influence building a neuroinclusive organisation
- identify how to support neurodivergent employees and help overcome obstacles
- Consider reasonable adjustments to remove barriers
Key course information
Trainer led – online via Zoom
Duration - 6 hours/full day
The training session will include:
- case studies
- polls/quizzes
- group discussion
Attendees will also receive:
- a digital certificate
- a handout containing useful links
- a copy of the PowerPoint slides
We aim to make our training accessible for everyone. If you have specific accessibility needs, please let us know on your sign-up form.
Closed captions can be turned on for all our sessions run on Zoom.
Run this programme for your organisation
This course can also be provided in-house. We can also tailor the programme to suit your precise organisation needs. To speak to our customer services team about your requirements call 0300 123 1150 or complete our online enquiry form.Does your organisation need more than training?
Our specialists can diagnose issues in your workplace and tailor practical solutions to address the challenges faced by you and your staff. To find out more, contact our Customer Services Team on 0300 123 1150 or complete our online enquiry form.We also offer free e-learning on a wide range of employment relations topics. It's a great way to develop, enhance and refresh knowledge, providing an opportunity to work through theory, explore case studies and answer interactive questions.