Learning About Differences: Understanding Disability
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What you'll learn
Foundations of Disability Awareness: Explore different types of disabilities – visible and non-visible – and how they affect individuals in unique ways.
Real Stories, Real Lessons: Learn from the experiences of people like Ashley, who has a hearing impairment, and Will, who lives with PTSD, to understand daily challenges and strengths.
Inclusive Communication: Discover strategies for respectful language, listening with empathy, and adapting communication styles to meet different needs.
Challenging Misconceptions: Unpack common myths about disability, and replace stereotypes with facts that promote dignity and respect.
Legal and Ethical Responsibilities: Gain knowledge of Australian frameworks such as the Disability Discrimination Act (1992) and the NDIS, and understand your role in ensuring equity and accessibility.
Practical Workplace Inclusion: Learn actionable steps, including using person-first language, recognising individual needs, fostering empathy, and committing to ongoing learning.
Building an Inclusive Culture: Develop skills to promote equality, dismantle barriers, and value people for their contributions, not just their challenges.
Skills covered in this course
disability awareness training
understanding disability
Inclusive Workplace
disability inclusion
visible and non-visible disabilities
autism awareness
ADHD in the workplace
PTSD awareness
dyslexia support
accessibility training
workplace diversity and inclusion
disability rights Australia
Disability Discrimination Act 1992
NDIS awareness
respectful communication
person-first language
disability etiquette
empathy training
challenging disability stereotypes
inclusive leadership
Description
This module, Learning About Differences: Understanding Disability, invites you to rethink assumptions and explore how disability shapes the human experience. Through real-life scenarios, you’ll gain insight into both visible and non-visible disabilities, including hearing impairments, PTSD, anxiety, autism, dyslexia, and mobility differences.
The course highlights how respectful communication, legal awareness, and inclusive practices foster a supportive culture at work and beyond. By addressing common myths and focusing on abilities rather than limitations, it equips you to dismantle barriers and champion diversity.
By the end of this course, you’ll be prepared to approach disability with confidence, respect, and empathy – creating more inclusive communities and workplaces.
By the end of this course, you’ll be prepared to approach disability with confidence, respect, and empathy – creating more inclusive communities and workplaces.
Table of Contents
• Getting to Know Working with Individuals with Disabilities
• Various Types of Disabilities
• Interacting with Individuals with Disabilities
• Clearing Up Misconceptions about Disabilities
• Understanding Your Legal and Ethical Responsibilities
• Wrap Up
• Final Assessment
Author
Play4Business offers innovative Professional Development and Leadership training using gamification and experiential learning. Their courses cover Teamwork, Communication Skills, and Organizational Change, making learning engaging and memorable. The training is designed to improve workplace performance while fostering collaboration. Play4Business emphasizes interactive and scenario-based learning for lasting impact. Companies use these resources to build stronger workplace culture and more effective teams.
Learning About Differences: Understanding Disability
Learning About Differences: Understanding Disability
