What is Autism?

Why learn about Autism in the workplace?

The workplace is already neurodiverse!
1 in 32 people are autistic. While several Autistic individuals do face significant barriers to employment, there are folks with autism already employed in your workforce.

It's critical to Psychological Health & Safety!
Work-related psychological health problems can be expensive to employers—absenteeism, turnover, health and safety infractions, and human rights violations all impact cost and time. Focus on disability inclusion at work to increase your organization’s productivity and performance.

A neuroinclusive and accessible workplace results in increased revenue!

A neuroincusive and accessible organization removes unnecessary barriers to autistic workers, and improves organizational culture, communication and innovation. Creating a disability-inclusive environment where Autistic workers thrive can help to drive profitability and business value.

 

Learning Outcomes:

1. Apply strategies and best practices to create a neuroinclusive environment.
2. Communicate effectively with Autistic individuals.
3. Recognize common features of lived experiences of Autistic people.
4. Recognize that Autistic people are unique.
5. Differentiate between autism myths & facts.
6. Use the different terms and definitions associated with autism properly.

• Unit 1: Autism 101 - Terms & definitions, common traits, strengths of Autistic people, what it is like to be autistic, common assumptions and stereotypes
• Unit 2: Myths About Autism
• Unit 3: Communication tips and strategies, giving clear instructions, using concrete language, and how to navigate determining workplace adjustments for Autistic employees.
• Unit 4: How to support Autistic employees navigate areas of the workplace that present barriers.

Does this class have an instructor?

This class is interactive, self-paced, and designed for participants to take at their leisure, and without an instructor. If you have questions or need your password for the course reset, please contact waic.info@norquest.ca. Someone will respond within 1 business day.

What is the learning experience like?

After registering in the course you will automatically receive an email with access instructions and a link to the online learning platform (Moodle). When you access the online learning platform the course will be visible on your personal "dashboard." Each module in the course is designed audio-visuals, videos, interactive scenarios, and an interactive learning outcome quiz at the end of the course.

Completing this course on its own does not qualify for a digital badge. However, there are opportunities to earn a digital badge when completing this course in addition to working with a WAIC Workplace Accessibility Consultant. Contact waic.consulting@norquest.ca for more information.

How much time will I need to spend?

Each of the units will take approximately 10-15 mins to complete, for a total of between 40 minutes to 1.0 hour of content. There are 4 modules in total.

How long will I have access to the class?

Each registrant will have 3 months from when they receive their login credentials to complete this course.

What is the refund policy?

Refunds will not be issued for this course.

What is NorQuest's Privacy Policy?

The personal information collected in this form will be used to conduct and complete the Read Jones Christofferson Inclusion at Work Training. Collection is authorized under section 33(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP Act). Collected personal information will be protected from unauthorized access, use, and disclosure in accordance with the FOIP Act. Questions about the specific collection, use, and disclosure can be directed to: Continuing Education, 10215 108 St. Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 1L6, 780.644.6480.