Course information
Date: Wednesday 18th September 2024
Time: 9.30am - 4.00pm
Location: Portfield School, Parley Lane, Christchurch, BH23 6BP
According to a recent survey by Zest, conducted by Opinium, 38% of HR leaders reported an increase in employees with neurodiverse conditions in the previous year, however 49% of neurodiverse employees said they feel under-supported at work and 22% of HR leaders admitted to struggling to satisfy the needs of neurodiverse staff.
This 1 day interactive and engaging workshop is aimed at business owners, HR and L&D managers, team managers and employees, and will increase your knowledge on neurodiversity and provide you will the tools and strategies to support a neurodivergent work force.
Course covers:
• Understand what is meant by the term 'Neurodiversity'
• Learn about some specific neurodiverse conditions (ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Dyscalculia, Tourette’s)
• Identify strengths and unique attributes of neurodivergent people
• Recognise how beneficial these strengths are in an employment context
• Inclusive communication techniques across your organisation
• Recognising and meeting sensory needs for all
• Establish an optimum workplace environment
The content of our courses are co-designed using the skills and expertise of various professionals each with vast experience in their area of specialism, including the involvement of our autistic people, at every stage of the training design.
Listening and learning to how their experiences have shaped and changed their lives strongly influences our sessions and ensures we highlight real life scenarios.
£75 per head including light lunch and refreshments
Course leader:
Becs Tridgell, recently diagnosed with autism and over 10 years experience in the education and hospitality sector.
We are proud that our courses are accredited by the Continuing Professional Development scheme, meaning that the learning has reached the required standards and benchmarks. All the learning has been scrutinised to ensure integrity and quality.
Guidance for audience:
- You will be required to bring ID with you to the workshop and ID will need to be shown at reception when signing in
- Free onsite car parking is available
- Tea, coffee, water and biscuits will be available throughout the day and you will be served a light lunch (please advise of any food allergies and intolerances)
- Handouts will be provided to take home
