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Neurodiversity for the Workplace

University College Cork

Course code
ACE-CCPDNW
Level
Level 8
Award
Special Purpose Certificate (Level 8 NFQ)
Classification
Special Purpose
Awarding body
National University of Ireland
Duration
12 weeks part-time, online. Lecture Schedule: Live online classes are delivered Wednesday evenings from 7pm-9/10pm There will also be two full-day Saturday workshops All classes are recorded for later viewing, however, attendance at live lectures is expected. See a provisional schedule here: Provisional Schedule CCPDNW 2026 at https://www.ucc.ie/en/media/studyatucc/adulted/CCPDNWProvisionalSchedule2026.pdf In addition to these lectures, self-study programme material will be provided. Students will need to complete self-directed learning, readings and participation in online discussion boards. Classes are delivered through Microsoft Teams and all course materials will be provided on Canvas (UCC's online learning environment).

Programme summary

The Certificate in Continuing Professional Development in Neurodiversity in the Workplace is designed to upskill individuals so that they have a working knowledge of how Neurodiversity exists within the workplace and what are the policies and legislative context and the practicalities that govern best practices for companies in this area.

Entry requirements

Applicant must: Be at least 21 years of age by 1 January of the year of application. Be working in the industry for ideally at least two years Hold a QQI level 7 or equivalent qualification English Language Requirements: All applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of English language proficiency. See the UCC English language proficiency requirements at https://www.ucc.ie/en/study/comparison/english/postgraduate/ Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Applicants who do not hold QQI level 7 or equivalent qualification may be eligible to apply through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). See information on RPL at https://www.ucc.ie/en/teachlearn/recognitionofpriorlearning/ To be considered, applicants should be able to demonstrate relevant work or life experience related to the programme. These applicants may be required to attend an interview. If you wish to apply via RPL, you must select “Yes” to the RPL question when completing your application in UCC Apply. As part of the application, you will be required to submit: A Personal Statement outlining your motivation for applying and detailing relevant work or life experience. Any other relevant supporting documentation evidencing your prior learning - please refer to the RPL Learner Guide for details on appropriate evidence at https://www.priorlearning.ie/resources-tools/rpl-learner-guide

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