This new, CPD UK accredited course has been designed for coaches, mentors, and HR professionals that would like to learn more about neurodiversity, to support neurodivergent adults in the workplace, and to consider and develop effective coaching strategies.
There are 10 modules that have been organised into 10 interactive live online sessions and which will cover a range of disabilities in the context of the workplace and coaching approaches.
Course Introduction
This is a new, accredited and in-depth training course designed for coaches, mentors and disability professionals that would like to learn more about neurodiversity, to support neurodivergent clients in the workplace. There are 10 modules that have been organised into 10 interactive live online sessions.
Course Modules
Module 1 –
Introduction to neurodiversity
Learning outcomes: To be able to describe the main concepts of neurodiversity and describe the strengths and challenges of ND conditions.
Module 2 – Co-occurring conditions
To develop an understanding of co-occurring conditions and be aware of physical, mental & ND co-occurrences/co-morbidities.
Module 3 – Communication
Learning outcomes: To understand the basic principles of communication and to use effective communication with neurodiversity in mind.
Module 4–Masking, camouflaging & scaffolding
Learning outcomes: Be able to explain what masking, camouflaging & scaffolding is and to feel confident to help a coaching client to unmask in a safe way.
Module 5 – Sensory, tactile & environmental impacts
Learning outcomes: To show awareness of sensory, tactile & environmental challenges and be able to develop strategies to support.
Module 6 – Neurodiversity Coaching
Learning outcomes: To be aware of different coaching models and demonstrate an understanding of & confidence in using coaching strategies.
Module 7 – Autism Spectrum Conditions
Learning outcomes: To show an understanding of what autism is and is not. To be confident to support and work with ASC clients.
Module 8 – ADHD
To demonstrate an understanding of ADHD and it complexities and to be confident to support & work with ADHD clients.
Module 9 – Dyslexia, Dyscalculia
Learning outcomes: To develop an understanding of dyslexia & dyscalculia and feel confident to support and work with dyslexia & dyscalculia.
Module 10 – Dyspraxia & Dysgraphia
Learning outcomes: To demonstrate an understanding of dyspraxia & dysgraphia and develop confidence to support and work with dyspraxia & Dysgraphia.
About the Presenter
Tanja Conway-Grim is a specialist senior coach supporting neurodivergent people in the workplace. With firsthand experience as an autistic individual with ADHD and dyspraxia, Tanja offers a unique perspective. She is dedicated to mentoring coaches and developing comprehensive training programs on neurodiversity. She works with a wide range of organisations and services, including police, fire & rescue services, NHS, mental health trusts, charities, community organisations, universities, county councils, coaching organisations, and many more.
Overall learning outcomes
- To develop a deeper understanding of neurodiversity and the main challenges, barriers and strengths
- To be confident in your ability to work with neurodivergent people in the workplace and to support them in the most effective way possible
- To increase understanding of what being neurodivergent may mean to a working individual
- To demonstrate awareness for the potential of co-occurring conditions, sensory overwhelm, and masking behaviour
- To be able to explain the importance of not making assumptions about understanding of communications – always check, clarify, rephrase, etc as necessary
- To acknowledge assumptions and biases around perceptions of neurodivergent conditions
- To demonstrate awareness of the likelihood of low self-esteem and high levels of anxiety when working with neurodivergent people in the workplace
- To explain the importance of being non-judgemental and having an open mind when working with neurodivergent people in the workplace
- To be able to explain an understanding of communication, environmental and sensory needs of the individual and make reasonable adjustments accordingly
- To be able to critically reflect on current working practices such as interview questions and feel confident to support coaching clients
- To be able and confident in putting together an effective coaching programme for neurodivergent people in the workplace.
Module Dates
Dates for the next Neurodiversity Course:
Friday 26th September
Tuesday 7th October
Friday 17th October
Friday 24th October
Friday 7th November
Thursday 13th November
Tuesday 18th November
Tuesday 25th November
Tuesday 9th December
Tuesday 16th December