Understanding neurodiversity is crucial to many professions and all workplaces. Acknowledgement and respect for neurodiversity reduces stigma and capitalises on unique strengths and capabilities. This course is ideal for counsellors, teachers, managers, and anyone seeking an understanding of neurodiversity personally or professionally.
Certificate of Neurodiversity is an online professional development course that will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of neurodiversity in personal, educational and professional settings.
In this neurodiversity training course, you will learn about the impact of neurodiversity on wellbeing, childhood development, relationships, education and work. You’ll also discover counselling techniques and strategies for working with neurodivergent individuals.
On completion of this course, you will have a comprehensive understanding of the challenges of neurodiversity and how to ensure inclusive practices across education, employment and personal relationships.
Course Structure
Unit - Neurodiversity
Unit 1 – Scope and Nature of Neurodiversity
- History of the term ‘neurodiversity’
- Social model of disability
- Neurodiversity controversy
- What is neurodiversity today?
- The difference between neurotypical and neurodivergent brains
- Brain studies
- The neurodivergent experience
- Myths about people who are neurodivergent
- Levels of neurodiversity
- Culture and neurodiversity
- Different thinking?
- Moving forward
Unit 2 – Neurodiversity and Childhood
- Neurodivergent children
- Education
- Some neurodivergent issues & education
- Stereotyped behaviour
- Gender and neurodiversity
- Mental health and neurodiversity
- Strategies to help neurodivergent children
- Parenting strategies and neurodiversity
- Establishing a baseline
- Supports specific to the child’s needs
- Example: setting a baseline, selecting a child-specific support
- Listening plans, listening spaces
- Rescue plans, behaviours and rescue tools
- Other strategies to help neurodiverse children
Unit 3 – Neurodiversity and Adolescence
- Neurodiversity in adolescence
- The transition from childhood to adolescence
- Autistic adolescents
- Exercise and neurodiverse adolescents
- Bullying in adolescence
- Neurodiversity and mental health in adolescents
- Adolescence and coping strategies
- Establishing expectations
- Identify strengths and support needs
- Identify sources of frustration early
- Provide sources of relief
Unit 4 – Neurodiversity in Adulthood
- Neurodiverse adults and quality of life
- Barriers to quality of life in neurodiverse individuals
- Self-determination
- Social inclusion
- Emotional well-being
- Improving quality of life for neurodiverse individuals
- The rights of neurodiverse people
- Practical coping strategies for neurodiverse adults
- Neurodiversity and work
- What does accessibility mean?
- Professional development
- Executive function
- Strategies for working with reduced executive function
- Memory support
- Planning
- Lists and mapping tools
- Frameworks
- Clear expectations
- Instructional recall
- Technology and accommodations
Unit 5 – Neurodiversity and Relationships
- Relationships and neurodiverse individuals
- Interpersonal relations
- Communication
- Friendships
- Romantic relationships
- Becoming a parent
- Neurodiverse work relationships
- Self-help groups
Unit 6 – Neurodiversity in Education
- Neurodiversity in education
- Neurodiverse children and education
- Teaching strategies for neurodiverse students
- The concepts of universal design
- Presenting information
- Strategies in education
- Assessments
- Neurodiverse students in the classroom
- Identifying information
Unit 7 – Neurodiversity in the Workplace
- Underemployment & unemployment
- Myths about neurodiverse individuals and work
- The benefits of neurodiverse employees
- Neurodivergent jobs
- Recruitment
- Preparing for interviews
- Maintaining neurodiverse individuals in the workplace
Unit 8 – Counselling Neurodivergent Individuals
- Diagnosis
- Counselling young neurodiverse people
- Counselling neurodiverse adults
- Case study – counselling for ADHD
- International organisations that support neurodiversity
- Working with a child with ADHD
Study Hours
Estimated duration 50 hours
Course Delivery and Start
Start anytime, self-paced and 100% online
Assessment
Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
Testimonials
There were times when the assignment requirements exceeded what could be deemed as reasonable for a certificate-level course. The structure was clear, site was easily accessible and tutor support effective.
Donna | Devonport, TAS | Certificate of Neurodiversity
Graduation
A Certificate of Attainment and Statement of Results will be issued upon successful completion of this course.
How to Enrol
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Payment Options
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Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
- Improve your employment opportunities;
- Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support via email;
- We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
Are there any entry requirements or pre-requisites?
To study online with Australian Online Courses you will need a computer (desktop PC/laptop) running a current/updated operating system with reliable high-speed internet access. You will need to use the Google Chrome browser to access your course.
Are there any computer requirements?
To study online with Australian Online Courses you will need a computer (desktop PC/laptop) running a current/updated operating system with reliable high-speed internet access. You will need to use the Google Chrome browser to access your course.
When can I start this course?
You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!
Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.
BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.
Internet Banking: Within 1-2 working days.
Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.
How is this course delivered?
This course is delivered online via our easy-to-navigate Learning Management System (LMS), where you will discover interactive online learning/written content, resources and assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our LMS and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email only during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
Professional Development for:
- Counsellor
- Social work
- Teaching
- Health care
- Human resources
- Managers
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