Workplace Neurodiversity Training
Helping you to create a neuro inclusive workplace where every employee can thrive
Awareness Courses
Bitesize Courses
Educational Webinars
Flexible Delivery Options
What is Neurodiversity Training?
The average workplace can present significant challenges for neurodivergent employees, primarily due to a lack of understanding about and accommodation of their unique needs. Employees with neurodiverse conditions, such as autism, ADHD and dyslexia, often find it difficult to navigate traditional workplace dynamics.
Yet accommodating neurodivergent employees brings multiple benefits for organisations. It allows them to tap into a larger pool of talent and create a workplace that is inclusive and supportive of everyone, which in turn can drive increased engagement, innovation and productivity.
Despite this and the fact that, under the Equality Act 2010, employers must put in place reasonable adjustments for employees with disabilities, only 15% of companies currently have a neurodiversity policy in place.
We’re here to help you create a neurodiverse workplace where every employee can achieve their potential.
Why are Neurodiversity support services so important?
Neurodiversity support services are crucial because they help create inclusive workplaces where all employees can thrive. Many workplaces aren’t equipped to meet the needs of neurodivergent individuals, such as those with autism, ADHD, or dyslexia. Without proper understanding and accommodations, these employees often struggle with traditional workplace dynamics.
However, by supporting neurodivergent employees, organisations can unlock a broader range of talents and perspectives, fostering a more innovative and productive environment. Despite the clear benefits and the legal requirement under the Equality Act 2010 for reasonable adjustments, only 15% of companies currently have a neurodiversity policy in place.
We’re here to help you build a truly inclusive workplace, ensuring every employee has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
How to create a Neuroinclusive workplace
Building a neuroinclusive workplace begins with recognising and embracing the unique needs of neurodivergent employees. When everyone feels understood and supported, it creates a more positive and productive environment for all.
One of the best ways to get started is with neurodiversity training. This training helps everyone in the organisation—managers and colleagues alike—understand different neurodivergent conditions and how to make meaningful adjustments. By learning together, companies can create a truly inclusive culture where every employee can thrive.
What Neurodiversity Training do Medigold offer?
At Medigold, our neurodiversity training is all about helping your team understand and embrace neurodiversity. We focus on building awareness and giving your employees the tools they need to make meaningful adjustments in the workplace.
Our training is designed to boost confidence and create a supportive environment where everyone can do their best work. By empowering your team with practical strategies, we help you unlock the full potential of all your employees and create a place where everyone can thrive.
Education and awareness training
Delivered by our experienced trainers, our engaging and insightful neurodiversity training programmes show your teams how best to support neurodiversity in the workplace, helping them to:
- Explore the strengths, skills and benefits of that neurodivergent employees can bring to the table and how they can contribute to the success of your business
- Consider communication strategies, workplace adjustments and support services that will aid neurodiverse colleagues and help you celebrate neurodiversity within your organisation
- Understand how they can support neurodivergent employees to be productive, happy and successful in the workplace
Choose from a variety of delivery options:
- On-site delivery (face to face)
- Online facilitated learning (remote)
- Bitesize neurodiversity training
- Webinars (remote)
All training content and materials can be tailored specifically to your organisation and the needs of your employees, to include things such as:
- How to support someone with autism in the workplace
- Sector-specific training
- Dyslexia support at work
- How to adjust the office for a neurodiverse workforce
- ADHD support at work
Neurodiversity awareness workshops
Designed for line managers and colleagues, our workshops will help your teams to develop the skills, knowledge and confidence to provide neurodiversity support and allow neurodivergent employees to succeed and flourish in your organisation.
Delivery: Half day face-to-face or 2 x 2hr online sessions
Maximum attendees: 12
Bitesize sessions & webinars
Designed to support line managers, HR professionals and colleagues, our bitesize sessions and webinars focus on some of the most common neurodiverse conditions in the workplace, including ADHD, autism and dyslexia, and how to best offer support.
They can be accessed as a standalone service or used to complement learning from our training programmes and can be delivered live or recorded to be made available on your company intranet.
Bitesize Sessions
- 60 mins per session online
- For groups of up to 25 people
Webinars
- 45 – 60 mins per session online
- For groups of more than 25 people
Interested in finding out more?
Medigold’s Additional Neurodiversity Services
In addition to our workplace awareness training, we offer a variety of support services designed to help neurodivergent employees feel supported and succeed. From thorough neuro assessments to personalised coaching, we’re here to provide the tools and guidance needed to create an inclusive workplace. To learn more about how we can support you and your workplace, click here.
Why Medigold are your ideal Neurodiversity Training Partner?
Medigold is your go-to partner for neurodiversity training, with a team of experts who have helped businesses of all sizes foster neuro inclusive workplaces with great results. We’re all about empowering both employers and employees with the knowledge and confidence they need to support neurodivergent colleagues and help everyone reach their full potential.
- We’re experts: With years of experience under our belts, our team has been delivering neurodiversity
support across a wide range of industries, making workplaces across the UK more
inclusive and supportive. - We’re solution-focused: We take a practical approach that focuses on removing the barriers that hold employees back, rather than just concentrating on diagnoses. It’s all about creating an environment where everyone can thrive.
- We are qualified: Our neurodiversity assessors are Certified Disability Management Professionals (CDMP) or working towards this qualification, so you can trust that they have the expertise needed to effectively support your team.
- We work holistically: Our services fit seamlessly into your existing occupational health, diversity, and wellbeing strategies, helping to create a truly inclusive workplace culture.
Ready to make a positive change? Partner with us and let’s build a more inclusive workplace together.
Alice was engaging and made the learning easy to follow. She explained activities well and everything was very interactive. She was a pleasant trainer who presented the course well and had good knowledge of the subject matter.
– Olivia,
I enjoyed the discussions, which were really well facilitated by Kathryn. We were given lots of useful tools to take back to the workplace.
– John,
This was an excellent course, very well presented and explained and delivered exceptionally well. I would highly recommend.
– Chris,
The training was well delivered in a positive way. Everything was explained and there was a good mix of interaction between the trainer and the groups.
– Scott,
The trainer, Kath, was excellent – she was very engaging and made the time fly past and delivered the material in a practical manner.
– Natasha,
FAQ
What is a Neurodiverse Workplace?
A neurodiverse workplace is one that recognises and values different ways of thinking and processing information. It supports employees with various neurodivergent conditions, such as autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, by fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
How can businesses adapt to a neurodiverse workforce?
Businesses can adapt to a neurodiverse workforce by providing training to raise awareness, making reasonable adjustments to the workplace, and fostering an inclusive culture. This includes flexible working conditions, clear communication, and support systems tailored to individual needs.
Can Neurodiversity Training be included in a wider DEI plan for businesses?
Yes, neurodiversity training fits perfectly within a broader Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) plan. It helps businesses understand and support neurodivergent employees, ensuring a more inclusive workplace where all forms of diversity are valued and nurtured.
Our specialist team can help!
Get in touch today by filling in the contact form or give us a call on 033 3567 1102 to discover how we can empower your team through neurodiversity training and support.
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