Understanding Neurodiversity Training for Managers
Ensure your management team is equipped to support neurodivergent employees, enhance team productivity, and uphold inclusion with our half-day Understanding Neurodiversity for Managers course.
Thought provoking and interesting. It was a good opportunity to discuss issues openly with colleagues and share views which can be taken into consideration in planning development of the business. Very useful session. Well presented with plenty of opportunity for discussion and participation by all.
What’s Included in the Understanding Neurodiversity for Managers Course
Our half-day Understanding Neurodiversity for Managers course provides managers with essential knowledge, practical skills, and an in-depth look at how neurodiversity impacts the workplace. This workshop is interactive and designed to engage leaders with activities, real-life scenarios, and practical strategies.
What you’ll learn:
- An In-Depth Understanding of Neurodiversity in the Workplace: Discover the true meaning and value of neurodiversity and the positive impact it brings.
- Introduction to Common Neurodivergent Conditions: Gain insight into conditions like ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia and more.
- The Business Benefits of Neurodiversity: Learn how neurodiversity brings unique perspectives, fosters innovation, and strengthens employee loyalty.
- The Risks of Getting it Wrong: Understand the reputational, financial, and morale risks of failing to support neurodiverse employees effectively.
- The Ability to Recognise and Address Unconscious Bias: Identify and overcome hidden biases to create a fair, supportive workplace for all.
- Acquire the Skills to Avoid Discriminatory Practices: Implement inclusive recruitment and employment practices, including for those with disabilities, reducing risks of legal claims and building a fair workplace.
- Enhanced Communication Skills for Inclusive Language: Promote respect and understanding through words, creating a foundation of trust and inclusivity.
- The Skills to Support Neurodivergent Colleagues and Customers: Practical strategies to ensure that neurodivergent individuals feel understood, respected, and valued.
- Learn Practical Approaches to Making Reasonable Adjustments: Identify practical, manageable adjustments that make a meaningful difference for neurodivergent team members.
- Understand How to Boost Team Morale and Productivity: Create an environment that values diversity, boosts morale, and enhances team collaboration by leveraging neurodiverse talents.
Ready to Empower Your Managers with Inclusive Leadership Skills?
Set your managers up for success by equipping them with the skills to support and maximize the potential of every employee, book a consultation or email jenefer@silkhelix.co.uk for more information.
Course Introduction
In this video Jenefer introduces the course and explains a little bit about how she approaches training delivery. Towards the end of the video we include a number of course reviews from those who have attended training sessions with Jenefer.
Why Neurodiversity Training for Managers Matters
With the right understanding, your managers can unlock the full potential of a neurodiverse team, bringing measurable benefits to your business.
Equip your managers with the skills to create an inclusive environment and support neurodivergent employees. Our course empowers leaders to:
- Maximize Business Benefits: Realise the productivity, creativity, and loyalty that neurodiverse employees can bring to your team.
- Reduce Legal Risks: Understand the legal landscape and how to prevent costly claims related to discrimination.
- Boost Employee Morale: Create a fair and respectful work environment by ensuring managers understand and support neurodivergent employees.
The Risks of Failing to Embrace Neurodiversity
Failing to embrace neurodiversity can pose significant risks to your business, including:
- Reputational Damage: Employees and customers are more likely to value brands that prioritize inclusivity.
- Legal Costs: Avoid costly tribunal claims by understanding the Equality Act and taking steps to prevent discrimination.
- Low Morale and Productivity: Team members who feel unsupported can experience low morale, impacting productivity and retention.
Investing in neurodiversity training helps managers mitigate these risks while creating a positive workplace culture.
On-site Training
£1,390
- Half Day - in-house, at your workplace
- Maximum of 14 delegates
- Interactive workshop
- Plenty of opportunity to discuss your real life experiences and cases with our expert trainer
All prices are exclusive of VAT.
Prices are correct for courses delivered on your site in Essex, Kent, London and Suffolk. Courses can be delivered outside these areas, please call 01245 910500 for a quote.
Very informative and managed to deal with many different topics in a short time. Jenefer is really clear and made it comfortable to discuss difficult topics. Not PowerPoint based which was refreshing!
I thought it was very informative. I felt the course was very engaging and brought out some really in depth discussions. It's helped me understand the right approach to take in certain circumstances and understand when we can help and if not what we can do so we can help. The discussion around the difference between excuse and explanation was most useful.
For Employees
Ensure the whole team is aware of neurodiversity with this two hour workshop.
Who will Benefit from this Workshop?
Our Understanding Neurodiversity for Managers training is ideal for:
- Leaders and Managers who want to create inclusive teams
- HR Professionals seeking to support a neurodiverse workforce and reduce business risk
- Supervisors and Team Leads responsible for supporting neurodivergent colleagues
- Directors and Senior Managers looking to build diverse teams
All our courses, whether live or recorded, are delivered by Jenefer Livings who has 20 years experience in HR, having designed and delivered training on the whole range of HR topics for organisations across industry sectors. As Jenefer also provides hands-on consultancy work with her clients she maintains an up to date knowledge and experience that shines through with engaging stories in her training.
With our in-person course we'll work through case studies and discuss real life examples to ensure your managers get learning relating to the types of cases they'll be dealing with.
Why Silk Helix?
All our training is prepared and delivered by me, Jenefer, because you're not getting someone who just reads you the slides. You're getting stories, passion, my energy and engaging discussion. I don't deliver long lectures and use a range of activities to encourage everyone to engage with small and whole group discussions, this is how I ensure your business reality is reflected in everything we do.
My promise to you! here will be no role plays, no embarrassing icebreakers where you have to reveal information about yourself and no one is picked on to speak. In my experience these are the things people dread about training and I see the collective sigh of relief when I start the session with this promise.
I recognise that to get discussion going you need an inviting environment. For in-person training this means a room set up, which includes a supply of fidgets and sweets, usually this in itself creates instant discussion as people enter the room. This sets people at ease and creates an ice breaker of its own.
You get a little hint of my style on our YouTube channel. In-person training is like that just with lots of interaction interspersed. And if you're looking at my webinars or digital courses, they're just like my YouTube channel but with a lot more specific detail and backed up by examples, templates and guides. Webinar sessions also include discussion and interaction to encourage everyone to get involved.
Why Choose Silk Helix for Neurodiversity Training?
At Silk Helix, we specialise in creating inclusive workplaces through expert training, consultation, and support. With extensive experience in neurodiversity and HR, we provide actionable insights and impactful training to benefit your entire organisation.
Our founder, Jenefer, is a qualified Workplace Needs Assessor and studying for a Postgraduate Certificate in Neurodiversity. Passionate about fostering inclusive workplaces, she brings both professional expertise and personal understanding to every workshop.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How do you Support Neurodivergent learners?
If anyone attending our training sessions has a specific need we should be accommodating we ask that you tell us in advance so that we can plan the training accordingly. We will do our best to accommodate any need for whatever reason that need exists.
There are also some common ways we develop our training to take into account the wide variety of learning styles and needs. We know learning styles are not limited to visual, auditory, reading and writing, and kinesthetic. Learning is impacted by a whole variety of things, including underlying medical conditions (diagnosed and not), comfort/ safety in your environment and your past experiences of learning. Our training by design takes this into account, including:
- a welcoming environment for learners to enter
- stress balls or other fidget resources
- workbooks with place for personal notes if the learner wishes
- minimal need to read long pieces of text
- noone is called out or picked on (even to go first)
- no icebreakers that require you to reveal personal information (we do use activities but always related to the learning and with a specific goal)
- no role plays (we find for too many people the issues around acting get in the way of learning)
- regular breaks
- no lengthy period of lectures by the trainer - it's about discussion of your real life cases or activities that make you think or develop skills
Whilst our webinar/lunch and learn sessions cannot provide all of the physical support we’ll still do everything we can to accommodate. We encourage individuals to access their own supports, join the session from somewhere they are comfortable, use their own fidget tools or take notes and camera on or off is a personal preference.
We have more than 14 people that need training, can you accommodate?
Yes, we've worked with many clients where we've delivered multiple courses to allow everyone to attend. We don't recommend more people in the session for many of the reasons listed above, our courses are designed to be interactive and a safe place to discuss real life situations. Once the groups get much bigger than 14 it starts to become difficult for everyone to participate in these discussions.
Are webinar sessions limited to 14 people?
With webinar sessions the different nature means we can accommodate much more than 14 people. We still suggest 30 to allow people space to ask questions and join in the chat, however, it is more flexible for these sessions. In managers sessions we do suggest a smaller group to help with discussion.
Can we mix and match topics?
Yes, we're happy to adapt and design sessions to suit your needs. Book a FREE, no obligation, consultation to discuss your needs and get a quote for bespoke training.
Do we have to provide a venue?
Yes, our in-person training is provided at your venue. Some clients use meeting rooms in their buildings, others book venues. There are a couple of things to consider - we need space in the room to move around. We won't get you running about but being able to move into smaller groups for discussion, sometimes brainstorming around a large piece of paper are examples of the activities that need space.
In addition, our trainer will need parking as training comes with a lot of kit, plus somewhere to plug a laptop in and either a screen or projector. We don't use loads of slides (Jenefer isn't a fan or either producing them or remembering to switch slides) but there are a few occasions where a diagramme or video for example help make the point.
How long is a full day training session?
Our full day sessions are 6 hours, including 30 minutes for lunch and 2 coffee breaks. Our half day sessions are 3 hours with a coffee break. Exact times may vary slightly, training courses are interactive with plenty of opportunities for discussion built into the day, this can impact the end timing slightly.
How long is a webinar session?
Most of our webinar sessions are designed to be an hour in length, except the managers sessions which are 2 hours. However, we will stay on line to answer questions beyond this point if needed.
Do we get CPD points for participating?
We are a registered provider with The CPD Certification Service
How do we book training?
If you're ready to go ahead then either book a consultation or email training@silkhelix.co.uk with your requirements and we'll get dates booked in.