Disability Equality & Inclusion Training & Consultancy in Cork
Be Wise about Ability, with AbilityWise.
Creating Inclusive Workplaces, Schools & Communities
At AbilityWise, we specialise in Disability, Equality and Inclusion Training in Cork and across Ireland — helping organisations build workplaces, schools, and services where everyone can feel valued and supported.
Led by Deirdre O’Grady, our accredited training and consultancy combines professional knowledge with lived experience. Whether you're an employer, educator, or part of a charity or community group, our engaging programmes are designed to break down barriers and support real inclusion.
Who We Work With
We support people and organisations who are ready to take inclusion seriously — and want practical tools to make it happen.
Businesses & Employers
Build inclusive teams and stronger leadership through Disability and Inclusion Training in Ireland.
Charities & Non-Profits
Access full reimbursement of costs, high-impact training that helps you support the communities you serve.
Schools & Education Providers
Create more understanding and inclusive school environments, including TY programmes and anti-bullying initiatives.
Disability Equality & Inclusion Training
All of our training programmes are accredited for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) by the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. In addition, our Managerial Disability Equality & Inclusion Training and our Neurodiversity Training hold dual accreditation with the CPD Certification Service, providing an added level of professional recognition that is highly valued by employers across sectors.
We deliver a comprehensive range of Disability Equality & Inclusion Training programmes throughout Ireland. Each course is tailored to your organisation’s goals, sector, and team size. We can also customise content to focus on the specific topics most relevant to your workforce. Flexible in-person and online delivery options ensure the training meets your operational needs while addressing your priority inclusion objectives.
Explore Our Courses
To explore all our courses in more detail, please visit our Services page.
Disability Equality & Inclusion Managerial Training
Support managers and team leaders to build inclusive, confident, and legally compliant workplaces. Our training covers reasonable accommodations, legislation, inclusive recruitment and onboarding, The Work and Access scheme, and inclusive leadership.
General Disability & Inclusion Training
A welcoming introduction to disability equality and inclusion, covering, unconscious bias, models and categories of disabilities, disability alert symbols, inclusive language, respectful communication, and everyday inclusive practices.
Neurodiversity Training
We help organisations understand and embrace neurodiversity. Learn how to support neurodivergent employees, customers or students in a way that benefits the whole team.
Mental Health & Wellness in the Workplace
Promote a healthy work culture by exploring stress awareness, burnout prevention, and psychological safety for staff at all levels.
Universal Design & Inclusive Learning
Discover how to design spaces and communicate in ways that can be accessed, understood and used to the greatest extent possible by all,— from the very beginning.
Physical Disabilities Awareness
Gain a better understanding of physical disabilities through hands-on exercises and practical guidance for creating more accessible spaces. To facilitate this, we provide a wheelchair for use in guided, practical demonstrations.
Learning Difficulties & Intellectual Disabilities
Learn how to recognise different learning needs and communicate effectively using helpful tools and inclusive strategies.
Deaf / Hard of Hearing Awareness
Explore Deaf culture, hearing loss, and accessible ways to communicate and support people who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing.
Blind / Visual Impairment Awareness
Understand the impact of vision impairment and how small changes in design and behaviour can make a big difference.
Additional Diversity Modules
We also offer tailored training in cultural awareness, intergenerational understanding, and LGBTQI+ inclusion.
Accredited, Funded & Fully Flexible
AbilityWise is one of Ireland’s most trusted providers of Disability Inclusion Training. Our programmes are:
Why Choose AbilityWise?
Content and Duration Adapted to Your Needs
Delivered by Facilitators with Lived Experience
Engaging, Practical, & Designed to Inspire Change
Available Onsite, Online or as Hybrid Delivery
Fully Accredited & Eligible for Government Funding
Whether you’re starting your inclusion journey or looking to build on what you’ve begun, we’re here to guide and support you every step of the way.
Content and Duration Adapted to Your Needs
Delivered by Facilitators with Lived Experience
Engaging, Practical, & Designed to Inspire Change
Available Onsite, Online or as Hybrid Delivery
Fully Accredited & Eligible for Government Funding
Whether you’re starting your inclusion journey or looking to build on what you’ve begun, we’re here to guide and support you every step of the way.
Where We Work
Based in Cork, AbilityWise proudly delivers training across Ireland, working with clients in both in person and online.
Whether you're based in Kerry, Waterford, Limerick, Dublin, or right here in Cork, we offer flexible training options to suit your team. Wherever you are, we’ll meet you there with practical, inclusive training that makes a real difference.
Let’s Build a More Inclusive Future Together
Interested in Neurodiversity Training, inclusive leadership workshops, or something completely tailored? We'd love to hear from you.
Trusted by Organisations Across Ireland
From businesses and schools to charities and community groups, these are just some of the organisations we’ve supported on their journey to true inclusion.
