Neurodiversity training for inclusive workplaces

What is neurodiversity?

Each person has a brain that is unique to them; no two brains are quite the same. Neurodiversity is the concept that brain differences are natural variations. Some people’s brains simply work in a different way.

For at least 20% of the adult population in the UK, these differences mean they may be diagnosed with neurological conditions such as autism, dyslexia and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and may consider themselves to be neurodivergent.

The neurodiversity movement celebrates the full spectrum of brain differences, encompassing both neurotypicality and neurodivergence, and champions the strength of neurodivergent people.

Why is neurodiversity in the workplace important?

Diversity is key to the development and progression of any organisation. Hiring a neurodiverse workforce comes with huge benefits, and allows companies to access a wider talent pool.

By identifying ideal roles for neurodivergent staff and limiting potential barriers, organisations can create a neurodiverse workplace which is productive and effective for all.

What skills and attributes do neurodivergent employees bring to the workplace?

Having a neurodiverse workplace encourages creativity, new ideas and fresh perspectives.

While some elements of work traditionally valued by employers may be difficult for some neurodivergent people, they often possess highly desirable skills and attributes, such as:

• Reliability, conscientiousness and persistence
• High levels of concentration and the ability to hyperfocus
• Detailed and in-depth factual knowledge and an excellent memory
• Attention to detail and the ability to identify errors
• Strong technical abilities in their specialist areas
• Creativity, especially in visual or spatial processing activities
• High levels of intellect
• The ability to look at the bigger picture and think laterally

How to create a neurodiversity-friendly workplace

The most effective way to make your office more neurodiversity-friendly and support neurodivergent staff is through quality training, which will help you improve understanding, reduce stigma and make changes to processes and policies.

The Brain Charity provides neurodiversity training for offices and workplaces worldwide.

The Brain Charity’s workplace neurodiversity training

The Brain Charity’s neurodiversity training supports organisations to understand what neurodiversity is and how to support neurodivergent staff in the workplace.

This can covers topics such as:

• How to create inclusive and accessible recruitment, onboarding and retention processes
• Developing the most neurodiversity-friendly policies
• Adapting workspaces to make them suitable for neurodivergent staff and workers with disabilities
• How to support people who are neurodivergent in the workplace
• Becoming a Disability Confident employer
• Understanding reasonable adjustments, Access to Work and available grants

Training packages are competitively priced and can be tailored to suit all organisations. Sessions can be delivered virtually or in-person, and as full day, half day or one-hour workshops.

Pricing

Income from The Brain Charity’s neurodiversity training funds our vital front-line work helping people with all forms of neurological conditions to lead longer, healthier, happier lives.

Click the button below to view our full rates card. All prices listed are exclusive of VAT.

Payment is usually made via invoice. You can also book sessions directly via our website here, if you have already agreed dates with the training team.

How to book our neurodiversity training

If you would like to go ahead and book training, please click here to complete our customer booking form. Please include three preferred dates, ideally giving at least one month’s notice for in-person training.

If you have further questions, or would like to discuss how we can tailor workshops and rates, call Jane Cullen, Training Manager at The Brain Charity, on 0151 298 3287 or 07888 297 836.

Alternatively, email training@thebraincharity.org.uk or complete the form below and someone will be in touch.

Frequently asked questions

Do you have a question which hasn’t been answered by the above? Please click here to read our neurodiversity training FAQs page.

Neurodiversity training enquiry form