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An introduction to neurodiversity in children  

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Code: T26OC1248  

Location: online  

Cost: Free  

Starting: Tuesday 15 September 2026 

Duration: 1 sessions over 1 week(s)

Time: 6.00pm 

By continuing you confirm that you are enrolling onto an adult learning course and that you are aged 19 or over on 1 September 2025, or you are enrolling a young person aged 14-18 on 31 August 2025 specifically onto one of our Study Programme courses, and that you agree to the Terms and Conditions.

 

Description

Are you interested in learning more about neurodiversity and what it means for children and young people? Whether your child is neurodivergent, you suspect they may be, or you just want to understand neurodiversity better, this free online taster session is a great place to start.

In this welcoming and supportive session, we explore what neurodiversity means, look at some of the different ways children experience and interact with the world, and discuss the strengths and challenges that can be associated with neurodivergence.

No previous knowledge is required, and your child does not need to have a diagnosis. The session is open to all parents, carers and anyone with an interest in understanding neurodiversity in children.

Join us to gain valuable insights, ask questions, and take the first step towards understanding and supporting your child with confidence.

Following this taster session, you may want to progress onto the full 5-week online "Supporting your neurodivergent child" course.

Who is this course for?
This course is for parents/carers of children who may be neurodivergent or people wanting to find out more. Our courses are for people who live in Derbyshire aged 19 and over.

How will I learn?
This is a live online course. There will be activities with guidance from your tutor. The course will be a mix of tutor-led activities and discussion. Your tutor will give you support and feedback so you know what to do to improve.

What will I need?
You will need a device which can access Microsoft Teams. You may want to have something to make notes.

Are there any other costs?

This course is free and there are no other costs.

You will access this course through Microsoft Teams. You will be part of a live class, with a tutor, but with everyone doing the lessons from their own home.
We will send you an email at least 24 hours before your course is due to start with instruction  

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Time and duration

Start Date: 15 September 2026
Start Time: 6.00pm
Day: Tuesday
First Lesson Duration: 02:00
Total Weeks: 1

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