Unlock insights and strategies to understand and manage ADHD with our comprehensive awareness course. Gain practical tools, expert guidance, and community support for navigating life with ADHD effectively. Enrol now and empower yourself or your loved ones for a brighter future.
Approved by CPD
In our ADHD Awareness course, we delve deep into understanding Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) with compassion and clarity. Through a blend of scientific insights, personal anecdotes, and practical strategies, we aim to foster a nuanced understanding of ADHD’s multifaceted nature. Participants will explore the diverse ways in which ADHD manifests across different age groups and backgrounds, while also learning about the latest research findings and treatment options. Our course empowers individuals to recognise the strengths and challenges associated with ADHD, fostering a supportive environment where acceptance and advocacy thrive. Together, we strive to promote greater awareness, empathy, and inclusivity for those navigating life with ADHD.
ADHD is a chronic condition that creates a range of persistent symptoms such as difficulty sustaining attention, hyperactivity and impulsive behaviour.
The course covers the definitions of ADHD, the different types of ADHD and how to recognise some key signs and symptoms. Beyond this the course will look at some of the possible causes of ADHD, how it is diagnosed and how it can be treated, including environmental changes, types of therapy and medication that can be prescribed.
The course concludes with some advice for people living with or caring for those with ADHD and provides some practical advice for supporting children, teenagers and adults with the condition.
The CPD certification service helps organisations to formalise their expertise into a structured and recognised approach in learning. This conforms the course content is alilgned to the universally accepted Continuing Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
1. Define the types of ADHD and recognise the numerous symptoms that need to be exhibited to help with diagnosis.
2. Understand that that ADHD is chronic condition that runs from childhood right through to adulthood.
3.State the methods of assessment that lead to diagnosis.
4. Identify treatment regimes, from therapy to medical intervention.
5. Understand how symptoms can be managed and how an individual with ADHD can be helped.
Individuals with ADHD: Those diagnosed with ADHD can gain a deeper understanding of their condition, learn effective coping strategies, and discover resources to help manage their symptoms more effectively.
Parents and Caregivers: Parents and caregivers of individuals with ADHD can learn valuable insights into the condition, enabling them to better support their loved ones at home, school, and in social settings.
Educators: Teachers, school counselors, and educational professionals can enhance their knowledge of ADHD, allowing them to create inclusive learning environments, provide appropriate accommodations, and implement effective teaching strategies for students with ADHD.
Healthcare Providers: Doctors, psychologists, therapists, and other healthcare professionals can expand their understanding of ADHD, improving their ability to diagnose, treat, and support individuals with the condition.
Employers and HR Professionals: Employers and human resources professionals can gain insights into accommodating employees with ADHD in the workplace, fostering a supportive and productive work environment.
Community Members: Anyone interested in learning more about ADHD, reducing stigma, and promoting awareness and acceptance within their communities can benefit from this course.
Ultimately, this course aims to provide valuable knowledge and skills to empower individuals and communities to better understand, support, and advocate for those affected by ADHD.
Module 1: Introduction Â
Module 2:Â Causes and Diagnosis of ADHDÂ
Module 3:Â TreatmentsÂ
Module 4:Â Managing Symptoms
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At the end of the course there is a multiple-choice exam. The required pass mark for all modules is 70%. It is essential to achieve the requried pass mark to issue a certificate.
Retake information :
You will be given 3 attempts at each module. If a module is failed on the third attempt,
it will become locked and you need to contact us for the module to be
unlocked again. You are only permitted up to 3 extra attempts per
course.
You can take the exam up to 3 times, and if not successful, should repay the course fee and start again.
Course Duration:
45 minutes (Note: This is based on the amount of video content shown and is rounded off.
It does not account in any way for loading time or thinking time on the questions).
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This entirely online course can be accessed from any device with the following system specifications:
   • Browser: Up to date web browser
   • Video: Up to date video drivers
   • Memory: 1Gb+ RAM
   • Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)
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An approved course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Approved courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification. However, the Certificate of Completion and Transcript for the course showing the awarding body’s logo confirms that you have the best knowledge and skill for the job role.
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There are no prerequisites for this course. However, it is advised have at least Level 1 understanding for a Level 2 course and a Level 2 understanding for a Level 3 course. This helps to contextualise the content delivered through the course and ensure effective learning.
Having a minimum literacy, numeracy, English as the course content in mainly in Enfglish.
A basic understanding of how to use a website through your device to access, attend and complete assessments will benefit the user.
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CPD is your Continuous Professional Development, an investment you make in yourself. It helps to keep your skills and knowledge up to date to prepare yourself for the greater responsibilities you want. We have a range of CPD courses for you to complete online.
Once you achive 70% pass mark for all modules you’ll be able to see your digital certificate straightaway. We can email you the digital certificate within 24 hours. It is essential to achieve the requried pass mark to issue a certificate.
You can take the exam up to 3 times, and if not successful, should repay the course fee and start again.
We also have option for you to order printed course certificate to be delivered by post to your work or home address. Once successfully the order is placed you can expect the certificates to arrive within 5-7 working days in UK and Europe. For rest of the world it can take upto 12 working days.
You can always buy this course for your team members. Please let us know about your business training needs. You also gift this course to your family and friends. Just let us know after successful purchase of the course.
This course will aid refresher training. It will give evidence of an understanding for staff induction. It will evidence awareness and improve your knowledge supporting your current skillset.
Please note: if your company pays by invoice, we can only issue certificates after your order has been fully paid.
Step 4: Support
Our friendly Learner support team is happy to help at any stage of your
course. Call us on 0203 488 1760 (Mon - Fri: 10 pm - 4 pm | Excluding Bank Holidays) or contact
[email protected]. Alternatively, have a look into our support page for useful information and guidance to complete your course.
To train more than two members of your team, try our Business Training Options. Contact us for bespoke bulk pricing.