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ADHD Awareness Course

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463 Students
Updated: May 14, 2026

Course Overview

Everything you need to know before you enroll.

Duration

2h34m

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Lifetime Access

Level

None

Last Updated

May 14, 2026

Description

Boost Your Understanding and Skills with Our ADHD Course! Did you know that around 2.5 million people in England may have ADHD, even if they haven’t been officially diagnosed? That’s about 3 to 5% of the population. Understanding ADHD is more than just knowing about it — it helps you support people and improve lives.

Our ADHD Awareness Training gives you the tools to help others while also boosting your career. If you work in healthcare, education, or customer service, this knowledge gives you an edge. You’ll learn how to create inclusive spaces, communicate clearly and show employers you value neurodiversity. The course is fully online, flexible and easy to complete at your own pace. Therefore, start today and make a meaningful impact!

Why Choose Our ADHD Course?

Learners love our ADHD training for professionals because: 

Learn from Home: Study at your own pace, anytime that suits you.

Simple Lessons: Our online lessons use easy examples and real-life situations.

Clear English: We explain ADHD in plain, everyday words, so everyone can understand.

Start Right Away: Sign up and begin your first lesson immediately.

CPD Certificate: Get a certificate to show your skills on your CV or professional profile.

ADHD Awareness Course Overview

ADHD is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. It is a common medical condition that affects how people behave, act, and think. You might wonder, "Is ADHD training hard?" Actually, it is simple and practical. You will learn how ADHD affects attention, behaviour, and daily life.

Additionally, the course helps you understand colleagues, clients, or students better. It is great for anyone who works with people or supports those with different learning needs. Finally, whether you work in schools, offices or healthcare, this training shows that you care about inclusion and making everyone feel supported.

What You Will Learn

Our ADHD course covers key concepts and practical strategies, including:

  1. Explanation of ADHD and its effects on daily life
  2. Treatment and care options for people with ADHD
  3. Challenges faced by families supporting someone with ADHD
  4. Psychological strategies for children with ADHD in schools and at home
  5. Attention difficulties linked to ADHD
  6. Cognitive approaches used in ADHD support
  7. Organisation of ADHD care in healthcare and education
  8. Ways to support colleagues, clients, or students with ADHD

Recommended Practice

Awareness improves with use. Try what you have learnt in everyday situations, talk about ideas with colleagues, or join local support groups to strengthen your skills.

Entry Requirements

Our ADHD course is for beginners and is easy to follow:

  1. 16 years old or above
  2. Can read and understand simple English
  3. Can use a computer for online learning
  4. No previous ADHD training needed

Who Should Take This ADHD Awareness Online Course?

This ADHD coach training UK is for anyone who wants to understand and support people with ADHD:

  1. Teachers, teaching assistants, and SEN staff
  2. Healthcare and social care workers
  3. HR and office staff who manage teams
  4. Anyone interested in ADHD and neurodiversity

Assessment

There are no conventional exams in our ADHD courses for adults. At the end of each module, you will do a short multiple-choice quiz. You need 60% to pass. You can try the quizzes as many times as you like.

Career Paths

Finishing this ADHD assessment training UK can help you in many jobs, such as:

  1. Special Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant
  2. Care Worker or Support Worker
  3. HR and Inclusion Coordinator
  4. Mental Health Support Worker
  5. Education Support Specialist

Start Your Journey Today!

Knowing about ADHD helps you be more understanding and supportive. Also, it shows you can help people whom others may find hard to understand. Employers value staff who care about inclusion. Join our ADHD Awareness Course today and make a difference!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is there a free ADHD awareness course?

  1. Yes. Some online platforms, like Alison, offer free ADHD awareness courses.

2. What is the 30% rule in ADHD?

  1. It’s an idea that people with ADHD may function about 30% behind peers in executive skills.

3. What is the 24 hour rule for ADHD?

  1. Wait 24 hours before reacting or making big decisions to reduce impulsive actions.

4. What are the 5 C's of ADHD?

  1. Self‑Control, Compassion, Collaboration, Consistency, Celebration — used to support behaviour and relationships.

5. What is the 2 minute rule for ADHD?

  1. Do tasks immediately if they take two minutes or less to prevent a backlog.

6. What are the 7 types of ADHD?

  1. Clinically, there are three main types: Inattentive, Hyperactive‑Impulsive, and Combined Presentation.


Course Curriculum

Module 1: Overview of ADHD

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23 min

Module 2: The Experience of Treatment and Care for ADHD

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32 min

Module 3: Families and ADHD

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18 min

Module 4: Psychological Interventions for Children with ADHD in Educational Settings and Parent Training

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16 min

Module 5: ADHD and Attention Difficulties

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11 min

Module 6: Cognitive Approaches in ADHD

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20 min

Module 7: The Organisation of Care for ADHD

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34 min

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  1. Complete all learning modules
  2. Pass quizzes with at least 60%
  3. Finish the final assessment
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Spot on. Told me exactly what I needed in plain English.

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This course explained everything in simple terms, no waffle. Ideal if you’re just starting.

1 year ago

Chloe Marsh

Chloe Marsh

★★★★★

Really smooth to get through. Feels practical, not textbook stuff.

1 year ago

Ellie Jones

Ellie Jones

★★★★★

I was after a Teaching Assistant course I could do from home. On CourseCave, I ticked online and part‑time and it showed me a few good options straight away.

1 year ago

Ruby Clarke

Ruby Clarke

★★★★★

I didn’t know whether to do Level 2 or Level 3 admin. The Course Cave blog explained each level in plain English, so I could choose without guessing

1 year ago

Olivia Green

Olivia Green

★★★★☆

I liked the Course Cave showed what each course covers, lesson by lesson. I picked a digital marketing course because I could see all the topics before paying

11 months ago

Josh Atkinson

Josh Atkinson

★★★★☆

The new Course Cave site is much clearer than before. Took me about a minute to go from search to picking a course.

1 year ago

Sophie Patel

Sophie Patel

★★★★★

Brilliant course, honestly. I learnt more in a week than I did in a whole term of self-study after office hours

1 year ago

George Ahmed

George Ahmed

★★★★☆

Really clear, really calm, no nonsense. Perfect if you don’t want anything too fancy, just good teaching.

1 year ago

Amelia Clarke

Amelia Clarke

★★★★★

Fully helpful, I finally understand the basics without feeling confused. Could’ve used a few more real-life examples, but still very good.

1 year ago

Sophie Reed

Sophie Reed

★★★★☆

Their learner support was great and friendly. actually helped me a lot to sort things out when I needed it.

1 year ago

Holly Webster

Holly Webster

★★★★★

Their course topics are so work-friendly. I’d happily take another course here.

9 months ago

Ben Carter

Ben Carter

★★★★★

Spot on. Told me exactly what I needed in plain English.

1 year ago

Jack Turner

Jack Turner

★★★★★

This course explained everything in simple terms, no waffle. Ideal if you’re just starting.

1 year ago

Chloe Marsh

Chloe Marsh

★★★★★

Really smooth to get through. Feels practical, not textbook stuff.

1 year ago

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