Foundations of Neuroinclusive Literacy

Unlock Clearer Written Communication for Neurodivergent Apprentices

Overview

Processing and producing text is one of the most significant – and often invisible – barriers faced by neurodivergent apprentices. From assignment briefs and portfolio evidence to emails, reflections and feedback, literacy demands are embedded across every stage of apprenticeship delivery regardless of the industry. Yet many learners struggle not because of a lack of capability, but because written communication is designed in ways that disadvantage differences in processing, working memory, organisation and transcription.

This webinar introduces the foundations of neuroinclusive literacy, moving beyond individual adjustments and assistive technology towards universal approaches that benefit all learners. Focusing on ADHD, autism and dyslexia, the session explores how different neurodivergent profiles interact with written language and why conventional approaches to literacy support often fall short in apprenticeship contexts.

Participants will examine common pressure points within training provision – including instructions, feedback, documentation and evidence requirements – and how these can unintentionally exclude capable learners, particularly those who are undiagnosed or reluctant to disclose.

The webinar emphasises practical, low-effort strategies grounded in universal design principles. Attendees will be shown how small changes to structure, clarity and presentation can dramatically improve learner engagement, independence and completion of written tasks.

Objectives

By the end of this webinar, you will be able to:

Recognise common written communication barriers linked to ADHD, autism and dyslexia
Understand why literacy demands disproportionately affect neurodivergent learners
Apply universal design principles to written instructions, feedback and documentation
Implement practical literacy adaptions that benefit all learners, not just those with diagnoses
Confidently support learners who are undiagnosed or reluctant to disclose

Begin embedding neuroinclusive literacy strategies within your own role and organisation.

Series information

This session is the first in a three-part series 'Literacy and Communication Strategies for Neuroinclusive Apprenticeship Provision' and establishes a shared understanding of why neuroinclusive literacy matters now – not only for compliance and reasonable adjustment, but for improving retention, progression and learner confidence across apprenticeship provision.

Part 2 - now open for booking

3 June | Embedding Inclusive Literacy in Apprenticeship Delivery

Part 3 - save the date!

15 July | Leading Literacy Inclusion Across Apprenticeship Provision

Fees

Member Rate £89.00 + VAT

Non Member Rate £139.00 + VAT

Special offer for members:

20% discount if you book all 3 webinars in this series (or on demand versions).