Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Awareness

This session aims to ensure learners have an understanding of ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), including symptoms, treatment and supporting the young person in their setting.

There is no competency assessment with this training.

For guidance how to book this training session please visit our training information page.

 

Aims of the session

• To provide an introduction to ADHD

 

Objectives of the session

• Have an understanding of ADHD
• Recognise core symptoms of ADHD
• Understand the treatment options for ADHD
• Understand how to support children and young people with ADHD in your setting

 

Teaching and learning strategy

A variety of teaching and learning strategies will be facilitated during the theory session to include presentations, question and answer sessions and visual and practical demonstrations.

 

Target audience

Anyone caring for a child in a community setting who has a diagnosis of ADHD.

 

Delivery format and duration

• Face to face: 3 hours
• MST: 2 hours 30 minutes

Please note: we recommend that this session be attended face to face due to the interactive nature of the session.

 

Update requirement

Annual update recommended.