Supporting ADHD & Autistic Students CPD

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Supporting ADHD and Autistic Students in Higher Education is a practical, career-enhancing course designed for professionals who want to deepen their understanding of neurodivergent student support. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your current practice, expand your skill set, or move into student support roles, this course offers a meaningful next step. It is particularly suited to support workers, mentors, learning support staff, administrators, disability advisers, and anyone working, or aspiring to work, within higher education and student support services. Effective support for ADHD and autistic students goes beyond basic awareness. It requires a nuanced understanding of how students experience higher education academically, socially, emotionally, and practically. This course equips you with that insight, alongside realistic, evidence-informed strategies that can be confidently applied in day-to-day practice. The training also supports progression into specialist roles, forming part of the knowledge and skills development expected for positions such as Specialist Mentor (ADHD/ASC) within Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) Non-Medical Help (NMH) services. Throughout the course, you will explore: ADHD and autism in higher education Co-occurring conditions Common barriers faced by students Inclusive and supportive practice Specialist mentoring approaches Study skills and academic support strategies This course is ideal if you want to: Strengthen your understanding of ADHD and autism Build confidence in supporting neurodivergent students Develop practical, transferable strategies Enhance your CV and CPD profile Progress towards specialist mentoring roles within DSA NMH services By the end of the course, you will have a clear understanding of the challenges neurodivergent students may face, along with practical tools to create more inclusive, supportive, and empowering higher education experiences.