Autism Training and Consultancy for Community and Voluntary Organisations
Designed specifically for community and voluntary groups our training and consultancy is designed to help you create welcoming, inclusive environments where everyone feels they belong.
Why it Matters
Community and voluntary organisations play a vital role in bringing people together. However, without an understanding of autism, some individuals may feel excluded or misunderstood. Sensory environments, social expectations, and unclear communication can all create barriers for autistic people who want to engage in community life.
By recognising and reducing these barriers, community groups can foster spaces where autistic individuals feel welcomed, understood, and valued. Inclusive communities are stronger, more connected, and ensure that everyone has a sense of belonging.
Elevate supports volunteers, organisers, and community leaders to deepen their understanding of autism and create environments that promote participation, connection, and inclusion.
Training
If you’re interested in in-person or online courses, we have lots of solutions available to you. You can find more details on this below.
Consultancy
If you’re needs are more tailored, our Consultancy service will have the option needed. You can find more details on this below.
Organisations We’ve Worked With
About Us
In 2025 Scottish Autism launched Elevate with its sole mission to work closely with organisations, communities and individuals, providing the knowledge, tools and confidence they need to provide more enabling practices and environments for autistic people. At Elevate we are constantly striving to inspire meaningful change that is evidence based and informed by lived experience. This ensures that every training session we deliver, every recommendation we make is grounded in genuine understanding.
Scottish Autism is an organisation dedicated to supporting autistic people accross Scotland. We have a legacy of developing a range of services for autistic people including housing and outreach support, residential services and day and vocational opportunities. In addition, we provide an advice line and a range of online training and support programmes for parents, autistic people, and professionals.
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How We Can Help You
Blending the latest research with a deep understanding of contemporary autism practice, our training and consultancy solutions are designed to help you view autism through the lens of difference, not deficit.
Through our training, we will explore the most up-to-date theoretical and practice-based thinking on autism, and how these insights can be applied in real-world settings. We will also consider approaches that enhance the wellbeing and quality of life of the autistic people you support.
Our expert consultancy is shaped by lived experience and decades of insight, offering practical, tailored guidance that meets the unique needs of your organisation.
Whatever the right solution looks like for you, we take the time to listen and understand – ensuring our support empowers you to drive meaningful change.
Our Consultancy Solutions
Support for Employers and Autistic Employees
Everyone deserves the opportunity to find meaningful, fulfilling employment, without barriers.
Our employment support service works with both individuals and employers to create inclusive workplaces where autistic people can thrive, contribute, and feel valued.
Not found what your looking for?
Whether you have a question about our training courses, need help finding the right option for you and your team, or just want to learn more about how we can support you, we’re here to help.
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Get tailored advice based on your industry or organisation type. Whether you’re in education, healthcare, social care, public services, or the private sector, our experts can guide you on best practice and relevant training options.
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Not sure which course is right for you or your team? We’ll walk you through our available options, from introductory awareness sessions to advanced, role-specific training, and help you choose the right fit.