Neurodiversity in the Workplace

This training explores how neurodiversity shows up in the workplace and what supervisors, managers, and leaders can do to build more inclusive, effective teams. Participants will examine how differences in communication, attention, sensory needs, and social expectations can be misunderstood as performance or behavior concerns, and how leadership practices can either reduce or reinforce stigma. The session emphasizes practical ways leaders can set clear expectations, shape team norms, invite different forms of participation, and create conditions where people can contribute their strengths. The focus is not on diagnosing individuals, but on leading teams with greater clarity, flexibility, trust, and respect.

• Define neurodiversity and recognize how common neurodivergent profiles may show up in workplace communication, attention, and sensory needs.

• Identify misconceptions and stigma related to neurodiversity and their impact on team dynamics, inclusion, and psychological safety.

• Apply practical strategies that support neuroinclusive teams, including communication adaptations, environmental adjustments, and strengths-based leadership practices.

MN Board of Social Work

2.0 CEs 

MN Board of Nursing

This activity has been designed to meet the Minnesota Board of Nursing continuing education requirements. However, the nurse is responsible for determining whether this activity meets the requirements for acceptable continuing education.