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Unit of Study PSYC6009 - Neurodiversity Inclusion Approaches and Strategies (2026)

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  • Unit type

    PG Coursework Unit

  • Credit points

    12

  • Faculty/College

    Faculty of Health

  • Placement

    No

  • Enrolment information

    N/A

Unit description

In this unit, students will examine neuro-affirming strategies in educational, healthcare, and employment and other settings. With a strong focus on advocacy, students will explore practices that foster inclusive environments and empower neurodivergent individuals by addressing their unique strengths and needs. Through case studies and evidence-based approaches, students will build practical skills for implementing neuroaffirmative practices and learn to advocate effectively  in various professional and community contexts.

Unit content

  1. Experiences of neurodivergent individuals in varied contexts
  2. Nothing about us without us: Partnering and engaging with people guided by lived experience
  3. Using the evidence to establish strategies for inclusion
  4. Applying neuroaffirmative practices
  5. Creating inclusive and neuroaffirmative environments
  6. Advocacy in action

 

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Location Domestic International
Online
Term3
Term3

Learning outcomes

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On completion of this unit, students should be able to:

discuss evidence-based strategies for the inclusion of neurodivergent individuals in varied contexts

explain and critique the processes and strategies for developing inclusive cultures that promote equity, respect, and diversity across various contexts

investigate the relationship between disclosure and safety, focusing on creating supportive environments in varied contexts, that empower individuals to share information confidently while ensuring their well-being

analyse societal barriers to inclusion of neurodivergent individuals, focusing on strategies overcome these barriers and promote equity and acceptance in diverse contexts

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