Non-Medical Helper (NMH) Skills Training Course

Mentoring AND Study Skills and Strategy Support for autistic and ADHD students in HE

On demand – start anytime 

Gain a practical, evidence-informed approach toward Non-Medical Helper (NMH) support for autistic and ADHD students in HE. Develop versatile tools and strategies to support students to identify and overcome barriers to academic, social, and wellbeing development.  

Effective support can not only transform a neurodivergent student’s experience and academic success in higher education but has the power to set a student on a trajectory of increased independence, better mental health and wellbeing, enhanced self-awareness, and self-advocacy. This course allows committed professionals to walk away empowered to apply best practice strategies to NMH roles and to help students thrive in their higher education context.   

Through an accessible, interactive, and immersive learning format, course participants are introduced to theoretical constructs, empirical evidence, lived experience, and student voice content.  

Course Content

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Introduction

Unit 1: Understanding autism and ADHD in the higher education environment
Unit 2: Building and sustaining good mental health and wellbeing
Unit 3: The social environment – challenges and solutions
Unit 4: The academic environment – challenges and solutions

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Course Includes

  • 11 Lessons
  • 10 Topics
  • 10 Quizzes
  • Course Certificate