Neurodiversity, Dyslexia and Accessible Learning in the VET Sector

Course Overview

This professional development course forms part of the Inclusive Practice and Workforce Capability Series and is designed to support trainers, assessors, student support staff, and education leaders in developing practical strategies to support neurodiverse learners within the Australian VET sector.

The course explores neurodiversity, dyslexia, accessible learning practices, inclusive communication, reasonable adjustments, and psychological safety in learning environments. Participants will gain practical insights into creating inclusive, respectful, and learner-centred training and assessment practices while maintaining compliance and assessment integrity.

Course Topics

• Understanding neurodiversity
• Dyslexia and learning differences
• Barriers to learning and participation
• Inclusive communication strategies
• Accessible learning and assessment practices
• Reasonable adjustments
• Psychological safety and learner wellbeing
• Accessibility tools and technologies
• Inclusive practice within the VET sector

Suggested Duration

4–6 Hours

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants should be able to:

• Explain the concept of neurodiversity within VET
• Recognise common characteristics associated with dyslexia and learning differences
• Apply inclusive communication and accessible learning strategies
• Understand the role of reasonable adjustments
• Support learner wellbeing and participation
• Contribute to inclusive learning environments

Target Audience

This course is suitable for:

• Trainers and Assessors
• Student Support Staff
• Compliance Officers
• Academic Managers
• RTO Leaders
• Workplace Supervisors
• Education Administrators

Delivery Mode

• Face-to-face
• Virtual classroom
• Webinar
• Professional development workshop

Course Outcome

Participants will gain practical strategies to improve accessibility, learner engagement, inclusion, and support practices within vocational education and training environments.
Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion.

Inclusive Practice and Workforce Capability Series

The Inclusive Practice and Workforce Capability Series has been developed to strengthen workforce capability, learner inclusion, accessibility, wellbeing, and culturally responsive practice within the VET sector. The series supports education professionals in creating safe, equitable, learner-centred, and industry-relevant training environments that promote participation, engagement, and successful learner outcomes.

Key Focus

Supporting learner diversity through practical, respectful, accessible, and inclusive educational practices.