This is an introduction to neurodiversity focusing on autism for those working with children and young people.
The course will help you to:
- Increase your understanding of neurodivergence and autism
- Build your knowledge of the increased mental health risks experienced by neurodivergent young people
- Learn more about neuro-affirmative practice
- Find out about additional training opportunities and resources

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We recommend that you undertake this training in whatever way suits you and your learning best. For example, you may want to:
Take regular breaks throughout
Pause and come back to training another day
Print some sections to read off screen
Discuss what you are learning with colleagues to deepen your understanding
Course Content
Models of disability
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Autistic led theories of autism
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Neurodiversity affirming practice
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Autism and mental health
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Autism and sex and gender
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Autism and families
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Autism and trauma
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Autism and school
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Create positive change
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Next steps
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