Embracing neurodiversity in the workplace means acknowledging that every individual’s brain functions in a distinct and valuable way. Organizations that actively recruit and support neurodivergent talent gain a competitive advantage by tapping into diverse cognitive perspectives and strengths.
This one-day course will explore the concept of neurodiversity and its significance for employers. It will show how companies can enhance workplace practices to be more inclusive of neurodivergent individuals, ultimately benefiting all employees.
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Session One: Course Overview
Course Overview
Learning Objectives
Pre-Assignment
Pre-Course Assessment
Session Two: Understanding Neurodiversity
What is Neurodiversity?
Neurodiversity Definitions and Terms
Benefits of Neurodiversity
Influential Figures
A Business Case for Inclusion
Session Three: Myths and Misconceptions
Addressing Stereotypes
Session Four: Sensory and Communication Differences
Sensory Processing
Preventing Sensory Overload in the Workplace
Communication
Session Five: Adapting Workplace Practices
Inclusive Recruitment
Inclusive Onboarding
Supporting Neurodivergent Employees
Pre-Assignment Review
Session Six: Building a Supportive Culture
Encouraging Empathy
Session Seven: Leading by Example
The Role of Managers
Providing Feedback
Session Eight: Driving Innovation
Neurodiversity Supports Creative Solutions
Session Nine: Creating Neurodiverse Teams
Case Studies
Best Practices
Session Ten: Developing Career Pathways
Creating Growth Opportunities
Session Eleven: Action Planning
Drafting a Plan
Creating Your Action Plan
Personal Action Plan
Course Summary
Recommended Reading List
Post-Course Assessment
Pre- and Post-Course Assessment Answer Key
Pre-Course Assessment
Post-Course Assessment
Assignment Answer Key
Session Two: Understanding Neurodiversity
Session Four: Sensory and Communication Differences
Session Five: Adapting Workplace Practices
Session Six: Building a Supportive Culture
Session Seven: Leading by Example
Session Ten: Developing Career Pathways
Session Eleven: Action Planning
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