Neurodiversity awareness

Training overview

This 3.5 hour workshop introduces the topic of neurodiversity within the workplace. The workshop will focus on the following:

• Introduction to the different neurodivergent processing differences e.g. Dyslexia, Dyspraxia (DCD), Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, ADD, ADHD and Autistic Spectrum Disorder.
• Common misconceptions and stereotypes.
• Associated challenges and strengths.
• Potential impact on mental health and general wellbeing.

Who is this course for?

This course is open to all staff members.

Key information

• 3.5 hour training course
• Facilitated by an external trainer: Daniel Brooke - Neurodiversity Specialists
• No charge for Imperial staff
• For the online version, the course is delivered via Zoom

Netiquette for online training

• It is important that you are fully present and an active participant, to create a safe space for sharing and discussion.
• For some of our training, you will be required to keep your video cameras on. Please ensure prior to attending that you have a fully functioning camera and microphone. If you have any issues with your equipment, please contact us as soon as possible. If you require your camera to be off as a workplace adjustment, please let us know in advance so that we can makethe trainer aware.
• Please ensure that you are in a private space where you can maintain confidentiality and the privacy of the other delegates.
• To maintain confidentiality, all delegates are asked to agree to keep what is said within the group, and not record or take screenshots/photos without permission. Pictures or quotes from the session should not be posted on social media or elsewhere without the express permission of those involved.