In coaching have we created a safe enough space for this person to do the work they need to do? Find out more from this week’s guest blogger Nathan Whitbread, The Neurodivergent Coach
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Foundation training related to neuro-divergent ‘conditions’ (such as Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Dyscalculia, Attention Deficit Disorder and the Autistic Spectrum) is often not delivered as standard to those in leadership roles – yet it is estimated at least 1 in 8 of the working population are neurodivergent.
Therefore, many line managers, supervisors and HR personnel are unlikely to be equipped to ‘spot the signs’ or be able to effectively manage and support neurodiverse staff. Many organisations, also lack accurate organisation-wide, awareness of what neurodiversity actually is and the potential impact of neurodivergent ‘conditions’ – on the workplace.
As a result, neurodivergent colleagues often fail to reach their full potential.
To make progress in this area it is essential for leaders, line managers, supervisors and HR personnel to understand the following:
This program is a blended learning experience including:
There are no pre-requisites for attending and we assume people have had no prior training in this area. We start ‘from scratch’ because it is vitally important to ensure we build on solid foundations. (For those who have some previous experience or training this will be a useful refresher and an opportunity to add current workplace related learning).
Foundation training related to neuro-divergent ‘conditions’ (such as Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Dyscalculia, Attention Deficit Disorder and the Autistic Spectrum) is often not delivered as standard to those in leadership roles – yet it is estimated at least 1 in 8 of the working population are neurodivergent.
Therefore, support neurodiverse staff. Many organisations, also lack accurate organisation-wide, awareness of what neurodiversity actually is and the potential impact of neurodivergent ‘conditions’ – on the workplace.
As a result, neurodivergent colleagues often fail to reach their full potential.
To make progress in this area it is essential for organisations to understand the following:
Accredited Dyslexia Champions™ are the ‘missing link’ that can make the difference – listening, sharing information and enabling individuals to make an informed decision about whether to seek support – or not
This program is a blended learning experience including:
There are no pre-requisites for attending and we assume people have had no prior training in this area. We start ‘from scratch’ because it is vitally important to ensure we build on solid foundations. (For those who have some previous experience or training this will be a useful refresher and an opportunity to add current workplace-related learning).
‘This was a fantastic course. I learnt a huge amount and found the course insightful and relevant, both for my role as an educator and manager. I am an incredibly busy person and I think this course was a very good use of my time.”
Sara Rankin – Professor of Leukocyte and Stem Cell Biology.