Our Services:
Disability Equality & Inclusion Training, Neurodiversity Training, Managerial Training & Mental Health & Wellness Training
Disability Equality and Inclusion Training
At AbilityWise, we provide Disability Equality and Inclusion Training across Ireland, with online training available throughout Ireland and the UK. Every course is designed around your needs — whether you’re a business, school, charity, or community group.
All our training is:
Explore Our Courses
CPD-Accredited Managerial Disability Equality & Inclusion Training
Inclusive leadership starts with informed, confident managers. This dual CPD-accredited programme equips leaders with the knowledge, practical tools, and legal understanding needed to create inclusive, equitable, and supportive workplaces where everyone can thrive.
Accredited by the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and the CPD Certification Service, this training provides recognised professional development that is valued by employers across sectors.
Ideal for managers and senior leaders in any industry, the programme is tailored to your organisation’s goals, sector, and team size, with flexible delivery options available across Ireland.
Topics Covered:
- Equality legislation and discrimination
- Reasonable accommodations in practice
- Inclusive recruitment and onboarding
- Unconscious bias and inclusive leadership
- Navigating workplace disclosures professionally and sensitively
- Government supports, including the Work & Access Scheme
Summary – This Course Will Help You:
- Understand your legal responsibilities as a manager
- Confidently implement reasonable accommodations
- Lead inclusive recruitment and retention practices
- Respond appropriately to disability disclosure
- Reduce barriers and foster a culture of belonging
- Build a workplace where diverse talent can succeed
Grounded in current legislation and evidence-based practice, this highly interactive training provides immediately applicable strategies to strengthen inclusion and support long-term organisational success.
Disability Equality & Inclusion Training
An inclusive workplace begins with awareness, understanding, and action. This IACP CPD-Accredited Disability Equality & Inclusion Training empowers staff at all levels to build confidence, challenge barriers, and contribute to a culture where everyone is respected, valued, and fully included.
Grounded in current Irish equality legislation and best practice, this interactive programme combines practical tools with real-life insight to help teams create meaningful and lasting change.
Ideal for staff at any level, this training strengthens organisational culture, improves communication, and supports compliance while fostering genuine inclusion.
Topics Covered:
- Understanding disability: the Social, Medical, and Charity models of disability
- Barriers to inclusion and how to remove them
- Inclusive and respectful language
- Overview of Neurodiversity
- Overview of Mental Health & Wellbeing
- Overview of Deaf/ Hard of Hearing
- Overview of Physical Disabilities & Chronic Fatigue
- Overview of Learning Difficulties & Intellectual Disabilities
Summary – This Course Will Help You:
- Understand how different models of disability shape attitudes and practice
- Use inclusive, person-centred language confidently
- Challenge myths and unconscious bias
- Understand legal responsibilities
- Support colleagues and service users effectively
- Contribute to a workplace culture where everyone belongs
Delivered in a practical and engaging format, this training provides clear, actionable strategies and simulations that help organisations move beyond awareness toward genuine disability equality and inclusion.
Mental Health & Wellness Training
A mentally healthy team is the foundation of a strong workplace. This course gives your team the tools to spot signs of stress, understand the impact of mental health, and create a culture where people feel safe to speak up and support each other.
Ideal for staff at any level, it helps reduce burnout, improve wellbeing, and build trust across the organisation.
Topics Covered:
- Understanding mental health and stress
- Spotting early warning signs
- Preventing burnout
- Promoting open conversations
- Creating a culture of psychological safety
Summary – This Course Will Help You:
- Support your own and others' mental wellbeing
- Recognise signs of stress and burnout
- Open up conversations around mental health
- Build stronger, more resilient teams
- Foster a more caring, supportive work environment
Universal Design & Inclusive Learning
This course introduces the principles of Universal Design — a way of planning services, spaces, and learning to be accessible to as many people as possible, right from the start.
It’s useful for educators, service providers, business owners and anyone responsible for communications, training, or physical spaces.
Topics Covered:
- What Universal Design is and why it matters
- Designing spaces and services for everyone
- Inclusive communication
- Supporting different learning styles
Summary – This Course Will Help You:
- Understand the basics of Universal Design
- Make your workplace or service more accessible
- Support a wider range of learners or clients
- Improve communication for diverse needs
- Create more inclusive policies and environments
Physical Disabilities Awareness
This practical course helps your team understand what physical disabilities are and how to support people respectfully and effectively.
Using hands-on demonstrations — including wheelchair use — participants get the chance to reflect on their own spaces and behaviours, and gain practical insights into how to remove barriers.
Topics Covered:
- Different types of physical disabilities
- Barriers to access
- Inclusive design and etiquette
- Practical demonstrations using wheelchairs
- Real-life examples and group reflection
Summary – This Course Will Help You:
- Increase understanding of physical disabilities
- Identify barriers in your workplace or service
- Use appropriate and respectful language
- Create more accessible environments
- Support people more confidently and empathetically
Neurodiversity Training
Neurodivergent employees bring unique perspectives, creativity, and problem-solving skills that can drive real success, especially in neuro-affirming workplaces. Our Neurodiversity Training helps organisations build environments where neurodivergent staff feel understood, supported, and empowered to thrive.
Through engaging discussions, real-world scenarios, and practical strategies, participants will explore how to recognise and support neurodivergent colleagues, implement inclusive practices, and remove barriers to success. Embracing neurodiversity can improve collaboration, boost innovation, and create a more dynamic, equitable team culture.
Topics Covered:
- Understanding neurodivergent profiles (e.g. autism, ADHD, dyslexia)
- Strengths and challenges in the workplace
- Practical strategies for support and inclusion
- Neuro-affirming language and leadership
- Reducing stigma and fostering team awareness
Summary – This Course Will Help You:
- Recognise and support neurodivergent colleagues or students
- Build inclusive workplace policies and team practices
- Improve communication and reduce barriers
- Foster innovation and collaboration
- Create a stronger, more diverse organisational culture
Learning Difficulties & Intellectual Disabilities
This course explores the differences between different learning difficulties and intellectual disabilities and offers helpful ways to support people with these challenges.
Ideal for teams in education, public service, and customer-facing roles, it focuses on communication, inclusion and small changes that make a big impact.
Topics Covered:
- Key differences between learning and intellectual disabilities
- Common barriers in communication and understanding
- Strategies for clearer communication
- Use of assistive technology
- Promoting inclusion and independence
Summary – This Course Will Help You:
- Recognise different learning needs
- Communicate more clearly and effectively
- Reduce barriers to participation and learning
- Use assistive tools and tech where helpful
- Foster inclusion for people of all abilities
Deaf / Hard of Hearing Awareness
This course helps teams understand the experiences of people who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. Through group discussion and real-life examples, participants learn how to communicate more inclusively and create environments that support better access.
We also explore Deaf culture, assistive technologies, and small changes that improve everyday interactions.
Topics Covered:
- Levels of hearing loss
- Deaf culture and identity
- Communication methods (including non-verbal)
- Assistive technology
- Making environments more accessible
Summary – This Course Will Help You:
- Understand the needs of Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals
- Use respectful and inclusive communication techniques
- Learn how to reduce noise and sensory barriers
- Increase team confidence when interacting with Deaf clients or staff
- Improve accessibility in physical and digital spaces
Blind / Visual Impairment Awareness
This training introduces the realities of living with visual impairments and how to support individuals with low vision in practical and respectful ways.
With group exercises and practical demonstrations, your team will gain a better understanding of how to communicate, assist and design more accessible spaces.
Topics Covered:
- Types and causes of vision impairment
- Communication tips
- Orientation and mobility challenges
- Inclusive signage and design
- Environmental assessments
Summary – This Course Will Help You:
- Improve awareness of vision loss and its impact
- Communicate more effectively with visually impaired individuals
- Make your environment easier to navigate
- Understand the importance of clear layout and design
- Provide support with confidence and empathy
Additional Diversity Modules
We also offer bespoke training on wider diversity and inclusion topics, tailored to the needs of your team. These sessions are perfect for organisations looking to broaden their understanding and promote a culture of respect and belonging for all. Topics can be combined or delivered as stand-alone workshops.
Topics Covered:
- Cultural awareness and respect
- LGBTQI+ inclusion in the workplace
- Working across different age groups
- Supporting intergenerational teams
Summary – This Course Will Help You:
- Build a more inclusive and respectful team culture
- Understand and celebrate differences
- Address unconscious bias in a safe and open way
- Improve communication across all backgrounds
- Promote equality and belonging in your organisation
Accredited & Funded Training You Can Trust
All AbilityWise training programmes are endorsed by the Learning and Development Insititute and accredited by the IACP. Our courses are also CPD-accredited and our Disability Equality and Inclusion Managerial Training is accredited by The CPD Certification Service.
For registered charities, our training is also eligible for up to 90% funding through the Department of Social Protection, with 100% reimbursement available — we donate the 10% excess back to support your cause.
To find out more about how funding works and what accreditations we hold, visit our dedicated page.
Who We Work With
Our training is suitable for a wide range of organisations, including:
Businesses &
Corporate Teams
Charities &
Non-Profits
Schools & Education Providers
(including TY programmes)
Adult Education &
Community Groups
Public Sector
Organisations
If you’re looking for Equality and Diversity Training in Cork or beyond, we’d love to help. Contact us today.
If you’re looking for Equality and Diversity Training in Cork or beyond, we’d love to help.
Businesses &
Corporate Teams
Charities &
Non-Profits
Schools & Education Providers
(including TY programmes)
Adult Education &
Community Groups
Public Sector
Organisations
If you’re looking for Equality and Diversity Training in Cork or beyond, we’d love to help. Contact us today.
If you’re looking for Equality and Diversity Training in Cork or beyond, we’d love to help.
Let’s Talk About What You Need
Whether you want to run a single workshop or build a full training plan, we’ll help you find the right fit. All our courses come with full support, expert delivery, and flexible funding options.