Overview
This collection of learning modules helps managers develop the knowledge and skills needed to support neurodivergent employees and foster a more inclusive construction workplace. Topics include adapting communication styles, identifying and introducing appropriate workplace adjustments, and managing employee performance in a fair and supportive way.
Developed by Interclass in partnership with CITB and the National Federation of Builders.
When you access the course, you get access to:
- The interactive online course material
Who is it for?
- This course is for everyone and is an awareness of nuerodiversity
- You need to be able to read and understand English to a good standard
Course
What's covered?
Communication Strategies for Neurodivergent Colleagues
This 15-minute module explores how managers can adapt communication, provide constructive feedback and check understanding to better support neurodivergent employees and build inclusive teams.
How to have a Conversation
This 15-minute module helps managers respond sensitively when employees share information about their neurodivergence, focusing on listening, understanding individual needs, agreeing next steps and providing ongoing support.
Creating a Neuroinclusive Culture
This 15-minute module explores how to create an inclusive workplace where neurodivergent employees feel valued and supported. It covers building trust, strengthening relationships and managing workplace challenges while recognising individual strengths and contributions.
Managing Neurodivergent Performance
This 15-minute module explores how managers can support neurodivergent employees through fair performance management, constructive feedback and tailored support to help individuals reach their potential at work.
Reasonable Adjustments for Neurodivergent Employees
This 15-miunte module explores how employers can identify and implement workplace adjustments to support neurodivergent employees, improve accessibility and help individuals perform at their best while meeting legal responsibilities.
What are the benefits of learning online?
- Return to the course as many times as you like, it will remember and track your progress
What's included?
- Access to the online course
- It provides further information to support your learning
Exam
Does this course have an exam?
This training plan does not have an exam.
Technical
What do I need to complete the interactive course?
To complete the interactive course, you will need a reliable Internet connection and a desktop computer, laptop or standard-sized tablet (eCourses is not currently supported on mobile handsets).
Minimum requirements for the course
- Operating system: Windows, Apple or Android
- Processor: 3 GHz
- RAM: 2 GB
- Broadband speed: 512 kbps
- Screen resolution: 1024 by 768
- The most recent version of Chrome, Edge, or Firefox
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What should I consider before I start?
Do I have the equipment I need?
- To complete an eCourse we recommend that you use a desktop computer, laptop or standard-sized tablet (not a smartphone)
What do I do if I don't have the right equipment?
- If you don’t have access to the necessary equipment, please consider CITB’s remote training option or a classroom course delivered by our approved training organisations.
This course is grant eligible?
No, as this is a free course no grant can be claimed.
