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Module title: CPD Course: Building Neurodiversity Inclusive Practice
SCQF level: 0: Unknown level
SCQF credit value: 0.00
ECTS credit value: 0
Module code: Z4889443
Module leader: Gail Norris
School School of Health & Social Care
Subject area group: Allied Health and Social Care Sciences
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

This one-day course aims to help Health & Social Care Practitioners develop a foundation of knowledge and communication skills, in order to provide more effective support for neurodivergent peopleWhat does course cover?Common misconceptions about neurodiversityImplicit and explicit attitudes towards neurodivergent people in professional practiceSome of the common difficulties & strengths that neurodivergent people may encounterStrength-based approach in support of neurodivergent peoplePractical strategies for supporting neurodivergent people in clinical practice.By the end of this course you will:Explain the concept of neurodiversityRecognise how your attitudes towards neurodivergent people may affect your behaviours in professional practiceIdentify some of the common difficulties and strengths that neurodivergent people might encounterDiscuss the importance of integrating a strength-based approach in support of neurodivergent peopleDemonstrate how to use strength-based language in professional practice while supporting neurodivergent people
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Explain the concept of neurodiversity

LO2: Recognise how your attitudes towards neurodivergent people may affect your behaviours in professional practice

LO3: Identify some of the more common difficulties and strengths that neurodivergent people may encounter.

LO4: Discuss the importance of integrating a strength-based approach in support of neurodivergent people

LO5: Demonstrate how to use strength-based language in professional practice while supporting neurodivergent people
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2026/7, Trimester 2, Online (fully o,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: Online (fully o
Location of delivery: SINGAPORE
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Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Anna Bak-Klimek
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Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Tutorial 3.5 To address LO: 1-4 Oral presentation supported by visual aids in the form of PowerPoint slides will be used. Since LO1-4 focus on acquiring knowledge and understanding, the use of presentation seems suitable Tutor will ask questions to check understanding of the key concepts/theories covered and you will be given an opportunity to ask for clarification.
Face To Face GROUPSCHEDULED 1 You will discuss in a group how your attitudes towards neurodivergent people may affect your behaviours in professional practice (LO2).
Independent Learning GROUPSCHEDULED 1 After gaining knowledge and understanding about main strengths/challenges presented by neurodivergent people and the role of strength based approach in supporting them (LO 3, 4), you will have an opportunity to work in small groups (4-5 students) on a clinical scenario presenting the case of an autistic adult attending the first session. You will be instructed to give examples of questions you would ask during the assessment session, paying attention to the necessary adjustments to language.
Face To Face GROUPSCHEDULED 0.5 A small group activity linked to LO1: What does neurodiversity mean to you? How does it link with your professional practice?
Total Study Hours6
Expected Total Study Hours for Module6



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