Autism Awareness Training for All Staff [St. Pat's Campus]
Course Code: DCU033
As part of DCU's Autism Friendly University Project, training is available to all DCU staff to
help them better understand the experiences of autistic students and colleagues.
Aims:
This workshop will be delivered by a mixed neuro-type team, combining practical guidance
with lived experience. Through an interactive element and real-world examples, participants
will gain insight into how autistic people navigate social, academic and sensory
environments within third-level education.
Content:
- The Lived Experience of a Neurodivergent Student and member of staff
- Different ways of processing the sensory environment and its impact
- Different Communication Styles and the Impact
- Supports and Resources available at DCU
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Case Studies & Practical Support Strategies
What you will gain:
Participants will leave with a clearer understanding of the different ways of thinking,
processing, communicating, and regulating - along with practical approaches to create a
more inclusive environment for all.
HOW TO REGISTER FOR THIS COURSE
1. Log in to your Core HR portal
2. Click the Learning and Development tab
3. Type DCU033 into the Keywords search field and click Search.
