Understanding autism

Neuro-inclusion and neurodiversity training

Overview

We help you understand autism through a practical lens. We begin by defining autism. This session gives a fantastic understanding of autism including the challenges and strengths. We explore lots of strategies and adjustments to enable people with autism to achieve success. We also delve into matters of communication and learning. Our experts weave into the session case studies and personal stories to enable further clarity of autism.

Course content

Understanding autism, by Neuro Tide

  • We make a start by understanding autism, recognising the multi-layered nature of the spectrum, and embracing the unique presentations within the autism community. It is here that we share with you some statistics too.

  • It is a misunderstanding by a significant number of people that people with autism have either a lower intelligence than the average population or much higher. Here we explore this myth and correct the understanding

  • When referring to, or communicating with somebody with autism it is really important to be aware of the language to use, and we share this vital information with you.

  • In this section, we will delve into prevalent myths and misunderstandings surrounding autism. By addressing these misconceptions, our aim is to provide you with a comprehensive and accurate understanding of autism.

  • We embrace and celebrate the positive aspects like attention to detail, creativity and being artistic, honesty, and loyalty. We also acknowledge and understand the obstacles including self-regulation, social interaction, pattrerns of behaviour as well as the spectrum of hypersensitivity to sensory input.

  • Many people with autism also experience multiple neurodivergent conditions, which, in some situations can significantly heighten a risk of mental health challenges. but not always. Here we address and understand these interconnected factors.

  • Individuals with autism have unique preferences and it's crucial to tailor verbal and written communication to enable quick and easy processing, including summaries and reminders. We also delve into learning styles and address challenges related to reading, writing, listening, processing and more.

Interwoven throughout the session

Personal stories and case studies

Throughout the session, the facilitator shares their personal stories as someone living with autism. These real-life experiences are woven together with case studies and throughout the session to provide a comprehensive understanding.

Practical guidance and reasonable adjustments

It's essential to deepen your understanding of autism and also explore reasonable adjustments and new approaches to tasks, all of which will be shared during the session.

Questions and answers

Depending on the session and your needs, these can be throughout or at the end. But there is always time during the session, and you can ask us anytime later anything you need to help your understanding and application of what you learn.

Learning outcomes

  • A greater practical awareness of autism within your organisational context.

  • A greater ability to enhance the inclusion of people with autism who interact with your organisation, including applicants, colleagues, customers, and passengers.

  • A greater ability to ensure people with autism thrive within your organisation, and achieve success, with opportunities for colleagues being awarded promotion on merit.

Technology, timings & availability

  • For webinars, client will host on their virtual meeting tool. Neuro Tide can host if required.

  • Session length is 60 minutes including Q&A and conversations.

  • The training is available on demand upon request. Webinar, in-person talk, or in-person workshop.

When each person with autism can be their true authentic self, well-being will be enhanced. For organisations, it means that autistic people can bring to the forefront the unique strengths that the condition brings. These elements ensure that organisations are much stronger and productive, and of course much more inclusive.

We have plenty of suitable neurodiversity training sessions

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