UNDERSTANDING NEURODIVERGENCE

Introduction to Autism

This training offers a comprehensive introduction to Autism, designed for anyone looking to build a deeper, more respectful understanding whether you are part of a workplace team, hospital or community service, education setting, third sector organisation, or a family or support network.

We explore the historical framing of Autism, how it has been viewed through a medicalised, deficit-based lens, and contrast that with today’s evolving, neurodiversity-affirming paradigm. The session highlights the shift from “what’s wrong?” medicalising and pathologising perspectives to “what’s different?” neurodiversity-affirming perspectives and why that change matters.

You will gain a foundational understanding of:

  • The historical understanding of Autism and how it has evolved

  • The move from a medical model to a neurodiversity-affirming approach

  • Sensory, social and information processing differences and how they shape experiences

  • Autistic culture

  • Stimming and regulation

  • Language and lived experience representation

This session is a starting point for more inclusive practice, more confident support, and more compassionate understanding, centring lived experience and challenging outdated narratives.  

Suitable for professionals, teams, individuals, families, and carers.

  • This training is suitable for anyone looking to build a more lived experience informed and inclusive understanding of Autism, whether you are part of a workplace team, a hospital or community service, an education setting, a third sector organisation, or a family or support network. It is also valuable for Autistic individuals seeking a broader context post-diagnosis.

  • Yes. The training draws on current research as well as the lived experiences of Autistic people. It is designed to challenge stereotypes and offer practical insights rooted in real-world experiences.

  • We offer flexible formats, introductory sessions (60–90 minutes), half-day, or full-day training. We can also tailor the length and depth based on your group's needs. We can also build multi-day or multi-topic courses.

  • Yes, we offer both. Online sessions are ideal for accessibility and flexibility, while in-person options can be arranged depending on your location and when possible.

  • Absolutely. The training is neurodiversity-affirming and inclusive. It is designed to be supportive and validating for Autistic people as well as informative for allies and professionals.

  • Yes. We can adapt content to suit different sectors, healthcare, education, business, support work, etc. Let us know your focus and we will shape the session accordingly.

  • Pricing depends on the session length, format, and group size. Please contact us for a tailored quote—we are happy to work with a range of budgets.

  • No prior knowledge is needed. This is an introductory session, designed to be accessible, and informative for everyone.

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