ADHD Course
Master the full spectrum of ADHD assessment, diagnosis, and intervention with a course built for working professionals. From neurobiological foundations to advanced case formulation, every module is grounded in current clinical evidence. Gain the expertise to support clients across the lifespan with confidence, precision, and ethical clarity.
What you will learn:
This course provides a structured, clinically rigorous foundation in ADHD practice for all professional domains. You will learn to conduct comprehensive assessments, formulate cases with the biopsychosocial model, and design behavioural and cognitive interventions that yield measurable outcomes. You will gain knowledge of pharmacological options and collaborative strategies with prescribers. The curriculum includes school advocacy, family support, ADHD coaching, and culturally competent care. You will develop research literacy to evaluate emerging science and protect clients from unsupported interventions. By the end of the course, you will be prepared to handle challenging presentations, manage treatment‑resistant cases, and sustain professional effectiveness over the long term.
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Course content
8 Chapters • 38 LessonsDuration between 4 and 360 hours (you decide)
Chapter 1HideHide detailsSee detailsUnderstanding ADHD Fundamentals
Understanding ADHD Fundamentals
Lesson 1 • ADHD Across the Lifespan
Traces how ADHD symptoms manifest differently in children, adolescents, and adults. Prepares professionals to recognise age-specific presentations.
Lesson 2 • Neurobiological Basis of ADHD
Examines dopamine and norepinephrine dysregulation, prefrontal cortex differences, and genetic heritability. Grounds symptom patterns in brain-based explanations.
Lesson 3 • Defining ADHD and Its Subtypes
Covers diagnostic criteria, three clinical subtypes, and prevalence data. Anchors all subsequent clinical reasoning in accurate, evidence-based definitions.
Lesson 4 • Myths, Stigma, and Misconceptions
Identifies and refutes the most damaging ADHD myths using research evidence. Reduces professional bias that impairs accurate assessment and support.
Chapter 2HideHide detailsSee detailsCo-occurring Conditions and Differential Diagnosis
Co-occurring Conditions and Differential Diagnosis
Lesson 1 • Common ADHD Comorbidities
Maps the high-frequency co-occurring conditions including anxiety, depression, and learning disabilities. Establishes why comorbidity is the rule, not the exception.
Lesson 2 • Differential Diagnosis Strategies
Teaches systematic methods to distinguish ADHD from conditions that mimic its symptoms. Reduces diagnostic error through structured clinical reasoning.
Lesson 3 • ADHD and Emotional Dysregulation
Examines rejection sensitive dysphoria, mood lability, and frustration intolerance as ADHD features. Connects emotional symptoms to neurobiological underpinnings.
Lesson 4 • Substance Use and ADHD
Explores elevated substance use risk in untreated ADHD and assessment implications. Guides professionals in integrated screening and referral practices.
Chapter 3HideHide detailsSee detailsComprehensive ADHD Assessment
Comprehensive ADHD Assessment
Lesson 1 • Assessment Principles and Frameworks
Introduces multi-informant, multi-method assessment philosophy and ethical standards. Sets the evaluative framework used throughout the chapter.
Lesson 2 • Standardised Rating Scales and Tools
Reviews validated behavioural rating scales for children and adults across settings. Teaches proper administration, scoring, and interpretation of results.
Lesson 3 • Clinical Interviews and Observations
Covers structured and semi-structured interview techniques alongside direct behavioural observation. Integrates qualitative data with quantitative tool results.
Lesson 4 • Cognitive and Neuropsychological Testing
Examines executive function batteries, continuous performance tests, and working memory measures. Clarifies what cognitive testing can and cannot confirm about ADHD.
Lesson 5 • Writing Diagnostic Reports
Teaches how to synthesise multi-source data into clear, actionable diagnostic reports. Ensures professionals communicate findings effectively to families and teams.
Chapter 4HideHide detailsSee detailsPharmacological Treatment of ADHD
Pharmacological Treatment of ADHD
Lesson 1 • Stimulant Medications Overview
Covers methylphenidate and amphetamine classes, mechanisms of action, and formulation differences. Provides the pharmacological foundation for all medication-related professional roles.
Lesson 2 • Non-Stimulant Medication Options
Reviews non-stimulant alternatives including selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors and alpha-2 agonists. Clarifies when non-stimulants are preferred over first-line options.
Lesson 3 • Medication Monitoring and Adherence
Teaches structured monitoring protocols, adherence barriers, and communication tools for medication review. Bridges the gap between prescribers and daily support professionals.
Lesson 4 • Side Effect Management
Identifies common and serious side effects across medication classes and practical management strategies. Enables professionals to recognise concerns and coordinate with prescribers.
Lesson 5 • Medication in Special Populations
Addresses medication considerations for preschoolers, pregnant individuals, older adults, and those with comorbidities. Highlights where standard protocols require modification.
Chapter 5HideHide detailsSee detailsEvidence-Based Behavioural Interventions
Evidence-Based Behavioural Interventions
Lesson 1 • Behavioural Interventions for Adults
Adapts behavioural principles to adult ADHD contexts including workplace and relationship settings. Addresses the unique motivational and self-monitoring challenges adults face.
Lesson 2 • Monitoring and Adjusting Behaviour Plans
Teaches data collection methods and decision rules for modifying behavioural interventions over time. Ensures plans remain effective as symptoms and contexts evolve.
Lesson 3 • Classroom Behavioural Strategies
Covers teacher-implemented strategies including token economies, daily report cards, and seating modifications. Directly applicable to school-based professional roles.
Lesson 4 • Behavioural Theory Applied to ADHD
Reviews operant conditioning principles and their specific application to ADHD symptom management. Provides the theoretical base for all behavioural techniques in this chapter.
Lesson 5 • Parent Behaviour Management Training
Teaches structured parent training programmes that reduce ADHD-related behaviour problems at home. Equips professionals to deliver or refer families to evidence-based programmes.
Chapter 6HideHide detailsSee detailsCognitive and Skills-Based Interventions
Cognitive and Skills-Based Interventions
Lesson 1 • Organisation and Time Management Systems
Introduces external organisational tools and time management systems tailored to ADHD brains. Emphasises low-friction, sustainable systems over complex planners.
Lesson 2 • Group-Based Skills Programmes
Covers structured group intervention formats for children, teens, and adults with ADHD. Addresses facilitation skills and group-specific therapeutic factors.
Lesson 3 • Executive Function Skills Training
Teaches direct instruction in planning, prioritisation, time estimation, and task initiation. Builds the compensatory skill set that offsets neurobiological deficits.
Lesson 4 • CBT Adapted for ADHD
Covers CBT modifications that address ADHD-specific cognitive distortions and low frustration tolerance. Distinguishes ADHD-adapted CBT from standard CBT protocols.
Lesson 5 • Mindfulness and Self-Regulation
Reviews mindfulness-based interventions adapted for ADHD and their effect on attention and impulsivity. Provides practical exercises professionals can teach directly.
Chapter 7HideHide detailsSee detailsADHD in Educational Settings
ADHD in Educational Settings
Lesson 1 • Academic Accommodations and Modifications
Details evidence-based academic accommodations including extended time, reduced load, and preferential seating. Distinguishes accommodations from instructional modifications.
Lesson 2 • School-Based Team Collaboration
Teaches multi-disciplinary team communication, role clarity, and coordinated support planning. Ensures consistent implementation across all school personnel.
Lesson 3 • Legal Frameworks for School Support
Covers disability education rights, accommodation plans, and individualised education programme processes. Grounds school-based advocacy in regulatory and procedural knowledge.
Lesson 4 • Instructional Strategies for ADHD Learners
Covers active learning, chunked instruction, and frequent feedback techniques effective for ADHD learners. Translates neuroscience into classroom instructional practice.
Lesson 5 • Transition Planning for Learners
Addresses post-secondary transition planning for learners with ADHD entering college or employment. Builds self-advocacy skills and continuity of support.
Chapter 8HideHide detailsSee detailsAdvanced Clinical Practice and Case Formulation
Advanced Clinical Practice and Case Formulation
Lesson 1 • Biopsychosocial Case Formulation
Teaches the biopsychosocial model applied specifically to ADHD case conceptualisation. Produces comprehensive formulations that drive individualised treatment planning.
Lesson 2 • Treatment Planning and Goal Setting
Covers collaborative, measurable goal-setting frameworks and treatment sequencing decisions. Aligns intervention priorities with client-centred outcomes.
Lesson 3 • Outcome Measurement and Clinical Audit
Teaches routine outcome monitoring, benchmarking, and quality improvement cycles in ADHD practice. Closes the loop between clinical decisions and measurable client progress.
Lesson 4 • Crisis Intervention in ADHD Contexts
Covers elevated suicide risk, self-harm, and acute behavioural crises specific to ADHD populations. Prepares professionals for rapid, safe clinical response.
Lesson 5 • Managing Treatment-Resistant Cases
Addresses diagnostic reassessment, intervention modification, and referral pathways for non-responding clients. Builds clinical resilience when standard approaches fail.
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This course is for you:
School psychologists need structured ADHD evaluation and advocacy frameworks.
Licensed therapists: expanding clinical skills to serve ADHD clients effectively.
Special education teachers: seeking evidence-based classroom strategies for ADHD learners.
Paediatric nurses: wanting pharmacological and behavioural knowledge for ADHD care.
Career changers entering mental health: building foundational ADHD clinical competency.
ADHD coaches: formalising practice with research-backed frameworks and assessment tools.
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