About this course
Around one in seven people is neurodivergent. This course introduces neurodiversity at work and the small changes that make a large difference to how people perform and feel.
It covers autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia and other profiles, the strengths they bring, and how to communicate and adjust inclusively.
What learners cover
- What neurodiversity means and the main profiles
- Strengths and challenges commonly associated with each profile
- Inclusive communication and meeting practice
- Reasonable adjustments in recruitment and day-to-day work
- Sensory and environmental considerations
- Avoiding assumptions and supporting disclosure
Course content
The course is delivered in short, bite-size sections that learners can stop and restart at any point.
- Section 1
Neurodiversity explained
The neurodiversity paradigm, terminology and prevalence.
- Section 2
Profiles
Autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia and Tourette's - traits and strengths.
- Section 3
Inclusive practice
Communication, written information, meetings and workload design.
- Section 4
Adjustments
Practical adjustments, the disclosure conversation and where to get specialist support.
Who it is for
All employees, with particular value for managers, recruiters and customer-facing teams.
Entry requirements: None. Suitable for all staff.
How it is delivered
Fully online and self-paced
Learners work through the course at their own pace and can pause and resume where they left off.
Any device
Works on desktop, laptop, tablet and mobile, with audio, video and written transcripts throughout.
Interactive throughout
Scenarios, exercises and images keep learners engaged rather than clicking through slides.
Knowledge checks
Short checks at the end of each section so learners can see what has landed before moving on.
Average completion time is around 45 mins, though learners can take as long as they need and return as often as they like.
How it is assessed
Knowledge checks run throughout the course so learners can test understanding as they go. The course finishes with a multiple-choice assessment taken online at the end. Learners who do not pass first time can retake the assessment.
Certification
Learners receive a Highfield Online Training digital certificate as soon as they pass the end-of-course assessment. Certificates are downloadable straight away and can be saved to a CPD log or staff training record.
Refresher guidance: Most employers refresh this training every 12 months, or sooner if legislation, roles or workplace risks change.
How it works for teams
- 1. Choose how many licences you need and pay by card, or request an invoice.
- 2. Add your learners' names and email addresses.
- 3. We set them up on the course platform and they receive their login by email.
- 4. Track who has been set up from your account.