Neurodiverse Adults in the Workplace

<p><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="color:#c0392b">21/11/24: All Haringey Learns courses are currently FREE. Apply now as fees are subject to change.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="color:#c0392b">21/11/24: This course is for people who are Neurodiverse (no diagnosis needed)</span></span></p>

This course requires you to follow an application process.

Course code: ND24/10245

This course is designed for neurodiverse adults with either a formal or self-diagnosis who would like to build on their skills in the workplace. The course will tell you about your rights as a neurodiverse employee.

when

From 03 Mar 2025 to 31 Mar 2025
Mon 10:00-12:30

5 weeks

Date
03 Mar 2025
Time
10:00 to 12:30
Date
10 Mar 2025
Time
10:00 to 12:30
Date
17 Mar 2025
Time
10:00 to 12:30
Date
24 Mar 2025
Time
10:00 to 12:30
Date
31 Mar 2025
Time
10:00 to 12:30

where

Wood Green Learning Centre 

2nd Floor, Central Library
Wood Green
London
N22 6XD


fees

free

who

Haringey Learns

02084892565

What is this course about?

<p style="margin-right:-37px"><span style="font-size:10pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Gill Sans MT&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">This course is designed for neurodiverse adults who would like to build on and develop their </span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-right:-37px"><span style="font-size:10pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Gill Sans MT&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">strengths in the working environment. The course aims to develop skills in executive </span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-right:-37px"><span style="font-size:10pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Gill Sans MT&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">functioning, communication, organisation, collaboration, interview technique and ICT. </span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-right:-37px"><span style="font-size:10pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Gill Sans MT&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">The course covers the legal framework and employers’ responsibilities to their</span></span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">neurodiverse employees. The course provides useful resources and practical advice.  </span></span></p>

Who is this course for?

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<p style="margin-right:-37px"><span style="font-size:10pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Gill Sans MT&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">This course is designed for London residents aged 19+ who are neurodiverse </span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-right:-37px"><span style="font-size:10pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Gill Sans MT&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">(Dyslexia, ADHD/ADD, Autism, Dyspraxia, Dyscalculia, Tourette’s) and are interested in how their </span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-right:-37px"><span style="font-size:10pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Gill Sans MT&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">strengths and skills can be developed for the workplace.</span></span></span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">A formal diagnosis of a Neurodiverse profile is not necessary; an informal diagnosis or self-diagnosis is accepted</span></span></p>

Are there any entry requirements?

<p><span style="font-size:10pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Gill Sans MT&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">There are no formal entry requirements, but you would have to be able to independently take part in learning activities in English and this would be assessed in a pre-course discussion.</span></span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">You should be a resident of a London Borough.</span></span></p>

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

<p><span style="font-size:10pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Gill Sans MT&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">You would be invited to an informal face to face or telephone discussion with a tutor to ensure</span></span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">that the course is suitable for you and will meet your needs.</span></span></p>

How will I be taught?

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<p><span style="font-size:10pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Gill Sans MT&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">You will be taught through interactive classroom sessions on site at Wood Green Library. </span></span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:10pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Gill Sans MT&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">The session runs from 10am to 12.30pm.</span></span></span></span></p>
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What feedback will I get?

<div><span style="font-size:10pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Gill Sans MT&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">You will get feedback from the tutor in class. You will also complete an Individual learning plan </span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">where you will record and discuss your progress with the tutor.</span></span></div>

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

<div><span style="font-size:10pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Gill Sans MT&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">You will be able to give your views to your Class Rep, in a feedback form at the end of the course or directly to your tutor or a manager during the course. You may also be asked to participate in </span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">surveys for funders or Ofsted.</span></span></div>

What course can I do next?

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<p><span style="font-size:10pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Gill Sans MT&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">There are a variety of employability workshops at Haringey Learns that you may progress on to </span></span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:10pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Gill Sans MT&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">or you may discuss with your tutor developing further your skills in English, maths, IT or a specific </span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">career strand.</span></span></p>
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Additional information

<p><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">You will also be offered a wide range of different wellbeing or engagement activities within the service.</span></span></p>

Assessment Method

<p><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">You would be expected to demonstrate your progress and achievement of the course learning goals through the Individual Learning Plan.</span></span></p>

Equipment Required

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<p><span style="font-size:10pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Gill Sans MT&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">You will require pens and paper. You are recommended to have a </span></span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:10pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Gill Sans MT&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">device (smartphone/laptop or tablet) with which to access electronic resources. </span></span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:10pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Gill Sans MT&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Calibri&#34;,sans-serif">Please do speak to us if you do not have access to this and we will look at alternative methods </span></span></span></span></p>
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