Online PG Cert Neurodiversity – Postgraduate Certificate in Neurodiversity
Your Pathway to Inclusive Practice
The PG Cert Neurodiversity gives you the knowledge and skills to understand, support, and champion inclusive practice across education, the workplace, and the criminal justice system. Accredited by the National Autistic Society and developed with input from neurodiverse individuals, this fully online program equips you to make a meaningful impact in your profession and community.
Certgates & Arden University Partnership
This postgraduate certificate is delivered online by Arden University, a UK institution known for accessible, career-focused degrees. Through Certgates, students gain dedicated guidance, personalised support, and help with the application process, ensuring you can focus on your studies and professional growth with confidence.
Why Choose This Program ?
Accreditation
The PG Cert Neurodiversity has been accredited by the National Autistic Society, reflecting its alignment with best practice frameworks for autism and broader neurodiverse conditions such as ADHD and dyslexia. This ensures you graduate with a qualification that carries credibility and practical relevance in professional settings.
Arden University is also a member of the Campaign for Social Science, giving students access to research, case studies, and professional insights into how social science influences public policy and employment outcomes.
What You Will Study?
You’ll study three modules totalling 60 credits. One core module provides a broad foundation in neurodiversity, while two electives allow you to focus on your sector of interest.
You’ll study three modules totalling 60 credits
One core module provides a broad foundation in neurodiversity, while two electives allow you to focus on your sector of interest.
Modules & Credits Total 60 credits
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Core
Introduction to Neurodiversity (20 credits)Foundations, models, and key considerations across education, work, justice, and health contexts.
Elective Modules Choose two · 20 credits each
- •Neurodiversity in Education
- •Neurodiversity and Work
- •Neurodiversity in the Criminal Justice System
Assessment Methods
- 1Essays and case studies
- 2Consultancy reports
- 3Recorded presentations
- 4E-portfolios and visual research
Career Prospects
Completing the PG Cert Neurodiversity demonstrates your ability to apply inclusive practice where it matters most. Graduates are equipped to influence education, HR, occupational health, policy, charities and NGOs, and the criminal justice system.
Typical roles and outcomes include:
- Education and Inclusion Officer
- HR/People Partner with diversity focus
- Occupational Health or Wellbeing Specialist
- Policy and Inclusion Advisor
- Charity/NGO Programme Lead
- Criminal Justice Practitioner (police, probation, prisons, courts)
This postgraduate certificate also provides a strong platform for progression to a master’s-level degree in psychology, education, or social policy.
How We Teach, How You Learn
Learning Experience:
All students receive access to Arden’s Digital Backpack, including:
Entry Requirements
To apply, you will need:
Frequently Asked Questions.
Who should study the PG Cert Neurodiversity?
It’s ideal for professionals in education, HR, healthcare, charities, or the criminal justice system who want to improve inclusive practice.
How long does the course take?
The programme takes around 10 months part-time and consists of three modules totalling 60 credits.
What topics are covered?
Modules include an introduction to neurodiversity, plus electives in Education, Work, or Criminal Justice.
What career opportunities does it open?
Graduates move into roles such as Inclusion Officer, Policy Advisor, HR Partner (diversity focus), or specialist roles in education and criminal justice.
Get a Free Consultation
Champion inclusivity and neurodiverse thinking.Apply now for a free consultation to explore how this postgraduate certificate can help you advance inclusive practices in education, workplaces, or policy.
