Guide to Practice-Based Learning for Neurodivergent Students

The purpose of this guide is to increase the awareness of neurodivergence in healthcare education, share experiences from neurodivergent students and suggest methods for students and clinical tutors or practical educators to support the neurodivergent student population within practice-based learning. The authors of this guide encourage students to seek out a diagnosis, disclose their diagnosis and be honest about any challenges they face. It is only through these processes that can support be successfully provided.

There are many types of neurodivergence commonly discussed within the neurodivergence paradigm and this is continuing to evolve. However, this guide will focus on the challenges presented by the following conditions: autism, ADHD, dyscalculia, dyslexia and dyspraxia.