These virtual workshops are available to all NHS healthcare professionals in London who are involved in supervision.
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Supporting autistic trainees: A workshop for supervisors
This online introductory workshop will be a practical, interactive introduction to supervising autistic trainees.
It will be facilitated by Dr Mary Doherty, a consultant anaesthetist and founder of Autistic Doctors International who has published widely on the subject of supporting autistic healthcare professionals.
The session will cover the basics of autism; the strengths and challenges of autistic doctors; autistic communication & behaviour; and present evidence based recommendations for supporting autistic colleagues.
Learning objectives
Recognise when to consider autism or neurodivergence in a training context
Know when and how to raise the issue with a potentially autistic trainee
Understand the reasonable adjustments your autistic trainees need to thrive |
To book a place, please select the date you wish to attend and complete the booking form:
Further Dates TBC |
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Introduction to neurodiversity
This online workshop, delivered by an Occupational Psychologist involved in the assessment and support of neurodivergent adults, is suitable for anyone wishing to develop their awareness and understanding of neurodiversity in relation to work or training.
Neurodiversity refers to the different ways the brain can work and interpret information. It highlights that people naturally think about things differently. We have different interests and motivations, and we are naturally better at some things than others.
It is estimated that around 1 in 7 people (around 15-20% of people in the UK) are neurodivergent, meaning that their brain functions, learns and processes information differently. Neurotypes include Dyslexia and DCD/Dyspraxia, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism. You can click here to watch a short clip about Neurodiversity.
Learning objectives
During the workshops we will explore:
What neurodivergence refers to and the use of definitions and language related to neurodivergence.
Consider the overlaps and commonalities that may help someone spot neurodivergence in the work or learning environment.
What can be done to support neurodivergent trainees in reaching their potential.
Skills which may help you develop better rapport and relationships with those within the neurominority community.
After the training, you will be provided with a reading list that contains books and publications to help you stay up-to-date with recent developments in the field of Neurodiversity. You will also be sent the session slides in PDF.
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To book a place, please select the date you wish to attend and complete the booking form:
Further Dates TBC
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Understanding dyslexia as supervisors
This online introductory workshop is facilitated by an Occupational Psychologist who is involved in assessing and supporting dyslexic adults.
The session is suitable for supervisors wishing to expand their understanding of adult dyslexia and consider how they may better support and advocate for their dyslexic trainees.
Learning objectives
This workshop will help supervisors”
Develop an understanding of dyslexia in adults.
Consider the talents and strengths of their dyslexic trainees which may have been taken for granted.
Find targeted strategies and solutions for the challenges which dyslexic trainees face at work or in training.
Better advocate for their dyslexic trainees in the workplace. |
To book a place, please select the date you wish to attend and complete the booking form:
Further Dates TBC
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Supporting trainees who have ADHD: A workshop for supervisors
"This online introductory workshop is facilitated by an Occupational Psychologist who is involved in assessing and supporting adults with ADHD
The session is suitable for supervisors wishing to expand their understanding of adult ADHD and consider how they may better support and advocate for their trainees who have ADHD."
Learning objectives
"This workshop will help supervisors
Develop an understanding of ADHD in adults
Consider the talents and strengths of their trainees with ADHD which may have been taken for granted
Find targeted strategies and solutions for the challenges which trainees with ADHD face at work or in training
Better advocate for their trainees with ADHD in the workplace" |
To book a place, please select the date you wish to attend and complete the booking form:
Further Dates TBC
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