Neurodiversity Awareness Training
It is now recognised that 1 in 7 people are neurodivergent. This means that in every workplace, community and professional network, there are individuals navigating environments that were not designed with them in mind.
By failing to support neurodiversity in the workplace, employers are overlooking a wealth of untapped talent.
Strawberry Field has been running the Steps to Work programme since 2019, supporting young adults to overcome barriers to access paid employment. We have extensive experience helping neurodiverse trainees to develop the confidence and skills to navigate workplaces and with employer partners helping them to offer inclusive workplaces.
Neurodiversity Awareness Training
The aim of our training is to increase awareness, understanding and acceptance of neurodiversity and supporting organisations to create more inclusive workplaces.
We combine relevant theory with real-life examples from our experience of working with neurodivergent adults, helping to bring learning into a practical context.
Our focus is on shifting the narrative away from viewing challenges as individual deficits and instead, exploring the barriers neurodivergent people may face in the workplace. We look at how environments, practices and attitudes can be adapted to create accessible and inclusive working cultures.
Participants will leave with practical tools and strategies to confidently and effectively support neurodivergent employees.
The session was incredibly helpful and clear. Great to learn more about Neurodiversity. Not only were the workshop leaders excellent, but the contributors of those living with neurodiversity were especially helpful.
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What to expect
This session, run by an accredited trainer and Steps to Work programme manager, provides a clear, engaging introduction to neurodiversity and inclusive workplace practices. Participants will explore key neurodivergent conditions, understand how neurodiversity shows up in everyday and workplace contexts, and learn practical strategies to support inclusion.
Topics covered include:
- A deeper understanding of neurodiversity
- A detailed look into neurodivergent conditions including autism, ADHD & auDHD
- Recognising & supporting neurodiversity in the workplace
- Practical workplace adjustments
- Lived experience of neurodiversity in the workplace
- Dedicated time for questions and discussion
By the end of the session, participants will:
- Develop a stronger understanding of Neurodiversity
- Understand common misconceptions and stereotypes
- Reflect on inclusivity and support practices across the workplace
- Gain practical insights from trainers and actionable steps to apply in their own roles with ongoing support from Steps to Work programmes
- Guidance on inclusive policies and recruitment practices
- Follow on guidance and support to implement training from programme experts
Each session lasts approximately 3.5 hours and includes a blend of trainer-led delivery, interactive group activities, video content and a dedicated Q&A section. Our approach is inclusive and designed to accommodate a range of learning styles, enabling participants to engage in ways that suit them best.
Sessions are facilitated by an accredited trainer and programme manager and can be tailored to meet the specific needs of individual organisations.
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Really interesting training. Both trainers had excellent knowledge and would definitely recommend this course to colleagues.
Steps to Work
A programme for young adults with learning difficulties or other barriers to employment.
Employment Partners
Empowering young people with barriers and neurodiversity while helping you build a more inclusive, sustainable workplace.