ADHD Training Course

Lesson 1 • Neuroscience Behind ADHD

Explains the brain-based mechanisms underlying ADHD symptoms. Connects neurological findings to observable behaviors professionals encounter.

Lesson 2 • Debunking Common ADHD Myths

Addresses widespread misconceptions that impede accurate identification and support. Equips professionals to counter stigma with evidence.

Lesson 3 • Defining ADHD and Its Core Features

Establishes the clinical definition of ADHD and its three primary presentations. Grounds all subsequent learning in accurate, consensus-based terminology.

Lesson 1 • Clinical Interviews and Observation

Develops structured interviewing skills for gathering developmental and symptom history. Connects observational data to diagnostic decision-making.

Lesson 2 • Differential Diagnosis and Comorbidities

Identifies conditions that mimic or co-occur with ADHD and guides accurate differentiation. Prevents misdiagnosis and missed dual diagnoses.

Lesson 3 • Rating Scales and Behavioral Checklists

Reviews validated rating instruments used across age groups and informants. Teaches proper administration, scoring, and interpretation of results.

Lesson 4 • Principles of Comprehensive ADHD Assessment

Outlines why no single test diagnoses ADHD and what a thorough evaluation includes. Sets the standard for ethical, evidence-based practice.

Lesson 1 • Executive Function Model of ADHD

Introduces leading theoretical models explaining ADHD through executive dysfunction. Provides a framework for understanding why symptoms cause functional impairment.

Lesson 2 • Functional Impairment Assessment

Teaches methods for measuring real-world impairment beyond symptom counts. Guides professionals in setting meaningful, function-based intervention goals.

Lesson 3 • Social and Emotional Consequences

Explores how ADHD affects relationships, emotional regulation, and self-esteem. Connects emotional dysregulation to intervention priorities.

Lesson 1 • Parent Training Programs

Covers structured parent training models with the strongest evidence base for ADHD. Teaches professionals to deliver or refer families to these programs.

Lesson 2 • Designing Individualized Behavior Plans

Integrates assessment data and behavioral principles into a cohesive written plan. Develops skills for collaborative plan development and progress monitoring.

Lesson 3 • Principles of Behavior Management

Establishes operant conditioning principles underlying all behavioral ADHD interventions. Provides the conceptual foundation for designing effective behavior plans.

Lesson 4 • Self-Management and Self-Monitoring

Teaches individuals with ADHD to observe and regulate their own behavior. Builds independence by reducing reliance on external behavioral controls.

Lesson 1 • Medication Adherence and Barriers

Addresses why individuals discontinue ADHD medication and how to improve adherence. Connects adherence strategies to long-term treatment success.

Lesson 2 • Coordinating Medication with Other Treatments

Guides professionals in integrating pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions. Emphasizes team-based communication for optimal combined treatment.

Lesson 3 • Monitoring side effects and safety

Identifies common and serious adverse effects requiring clinical attention. Teaches systematic monitoring protocols to protect patient safety.

Lesson 4 • Overview of ADHD Medications

Surveys stimulant and non-stimulant medication classes used in ADHD treatment. Establishes foundational pharmacology knowledge for non-prescribing professionals.

Lesson 1 • Motivational Strategies and Goal Setting

Integrates motivational enhancement techniques to sustain engagement in skills training. Teaches professionals to set meaningful, achievable goals with clients.

Lesson 2 • Organization and Time Management Training

Teaches structured skill-building modules targeting planning, prioritization, and time use. Directly addresses the executive function deficits identified in earlier chapters.

Lesson 3 • Emotional Regulation Skills Training

Provides tools for managing emotional impulsivity and frustration tolerance in ADHD. Builds on the emotional consequences explored in the executive function chapter.

Lesson 4 • Social Skills Intervention for ADHD

Covers structured social skills training approaches designed for individuals with ADHD. Addresses peer relationship deficits identified in the executive function chapter.

Lesson 1 • Educational Rights and Support Frameworks

Explains the regulatory frameworks governing educational accommodations for students with disabilities. Establishes the legal and ethical context for school-based ADHD support.

Lesson 2 • Designing Effective Accommodation Plans

Teaches how to select and document accommodations matched to individual student needs. Connects assessment findings to specific, measurable school supports.

Lesson 3 • Monitoring Student Progress in School

Establishes systems for tracking academic and behavioral outcomes within school settings. Enables data-driven decisions about accommodation effectiveness.

Lesson 4 • Transition Planning for Students with ADHD

Prepares professionals to support students moving between educational levels or into employment. Addresses the unique challenges ADHD presents during academic transitions.

Lesson 1 • Treatment-Resistant ADHD Presentations

Identifies factors contributing to poor treatment response and guides systematic problem-solving. Builds advanced clinical reasoning for cases that do not respond to standard approaches.

Lesson 2 • Long-Term Treatment Planning and Monitoring

Establishes frameworks for sustaining treatment gains and adapting plans over years. Prepares professionals for the chronic care model applied to ADHD.

Lesson 3 • Ethical and Professional Practice Issues

Addresses ethical dilemmas unique to ADHD practice, including overdiagnosis and medication concerns. Reinforces professional standards for responsible, evidence-based care.

Lesson 4 • Building Sustainable Support Systems

Guides professionals in creating community and family networks that sustain ADHD management. Integrates all course content into a holistic, systems-level approach.