Learning Outcomes

The Basic Clinical Definition of ADHD

History and the Creation of the Term

Understanding ADHD over the Years

Starting to Take Control of the Issues

Lesson Summary

In this module, you will be introduced to the clinical definition of ADHD and the history of the development of ADHD as a condition. The module also discusses how the understanding of the condition has changed over the years, and some advice on tackling the issues.

How a Child with ADHD Acts

How Parents can deal with ADHD

How Other Siblings Can Deal with ADHD

Future for the Family with an ADHD Child

In this module, you will be introduced to the family picture of an ADHD Child. The module also discusses how the siblings can be affected by this diagnosis and a look at how the parents can initially deal with such a condition.

Initial Symptoms to Look Out For

How to Get That All Important Diagnosis

First Treatments That Could Be an Option

How to know if Those Treatments are making a Difference

In this module, you will be introduced to the diagnosis of ADHD and the initial symptoms to look out for. The module also discusses the first treatments that could be an option and how to know if these treatments are making a difference.

What is going on in the Child with ADHD?

How it Bursts Out and Affects Them

Dealing with Those Initial Outbursts

Preventing Things from Getting Worse

In this module, you will be introduced to the picture of ADHD and how it affects the child. The module also discusses dealing with outbursts in children diagnosed with ADHD and how to prevent things from getting worse.

The Problems of a Later Diagnosis

Signs in Adolescence That All is Not Well

How it affects Their Ability to Evolve into an Adult

How to Move Forward in this Situation

In this module, you will be introduced to teenagers moving into adolescence with ADHD. The module also discusses the problems of a later diagnosis and how it affects their ability to evolve into adults.

Latest Research on ADHD in Adults

How it Progresses Into This Stage of Life

How to Still Get Treatment

How to Help the Individual

The Link between ADHD and Personality Disorders

In this module, you will be introduced to the evolution of ADHD from adolescents to adults. The module also discusses the latest research on ADHD, how to still get treatment, as well as how to help the individual.

Key Medications of ADHD

Potential Side Effects of Medications

Available Therapies for ADHD

What to do when the Treatment is Not Helping

In this module, you will be introduced to the treatment of ADHD with medications and behavioral therapy. The module also discusses the potential side effects of these medications and other forms of therapies available that have been proven to be effective.

Diploma in the Symptoms, Treatment and Management of ADHD - First Assessment

In order to pass this assessment, you will need to score 80 percent or above. Remember, if you do not achieve the required standard after the first attempt, you can re-take the assessment until a successful outcome is achieved.

Holistic Approach

Key Treatments Associated With This Approach

How effective are they going to be

Combining Both Options to Improve the Quality of Life

In this module, you will be introduced to the treatments of ADHD with the holistic approach. The module also identifies the key treatments associated with this approach and how effective they are going to be. You will also learn about combining both options, so as to improve the quality of life.

Patterns of Behaviour

Key Patterns to Look Out For

The Patterns

How to React When You Spot the Behaviour

Is There Anything to Worry About?

In this module, you will be introduced to the patterns of behaviour for parents and guardians to be aware of. The module also discusses how to react when you spot these behaviors, as well as how to proceed after.

Basic Steps to Handling a Child with ADHD

The Key Mistakes You Must Avoid Making

How to Seek Help and Not Struggle All on Your Own

In this module, you will be introduced to how the parents can cope with a child that has ADHD. The module also discusses the key mistakes you must avoid making and important strategies to put into place to help you.

Common Everyday Issues for People with ADHD

Common Everyday Issues for People without ADHD

How a Person with ADHD Can Overcome Them

How a Person without ADHD Can Overcome Them

In this module, you will be introduced to the everyday issues to be overcome by everybody involved when dealing with ADHD. The module also discusses how people with and without ADHD can overcome their issues.

Why a Diagnosis Does Not Have to Ruin Their Future

Misconception on Picture of the Future

The Actual Future That Can Be Out There

Living a Normal Life with ADHD

In this module, you will be introduced to the future for an individual with ADHD diagnosis and why the diagnosis does not have to ruin their life. The module also discusses the actual future that can be out there and how to make sure that you can have the future that you want.

Most Common Misconceptions Linked to ADHD

The Actual Reality of the Diagnosed

How Those Misconceptions Hurt Those with the Condition

What to do to rectify the Situation

In this module, you will be introduced to the common misconceptions regarding ADHD. The module also discusses how these misconceptions hurt those that have the condition and what to do in order to rectify the situation.

Examples of Success Stories of Those with ADHD

Key Lessons to Take From the Success Stories

Taking Those Lessons To Action

A Step by Step Breakdown of How to Help Sufferers

In this module, you will be introduced to giving hope to those that suffer from ADHD. The module also identifies some success stories of those with ADHD and the key lessons from those stories. You will also learn about a step-by-step breakdown on how to improve the life of the sufferer, due to these lessons.

Key Points on How ADHD Affects the Individual

Key Points on How to Help Those Individuals

How to Improve Your Ability to Deal with the Condition

Where to Get Further Help

In this module, you will be introduced to the key points to consider regarding ADHD. The module also discusses how to improve your ability to deal with the condition and where to get further help.

Diploma in the Symptoms, Treatment and Management of ADHD - Second Assessment

Diploma in the Symptoms, Treatment and Management of ADHD - Assessment

This free online course examines living with ADHD or managing and working with a person living with ADHD.

Diploma in the Symptoms, Treatment and Management of ADHD

The Symptoms, Treatment and Management of ADHD is a free online diploma course that provides information about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. There are lots of misconceptions about ADHD that affect how people see those with the disorder. This course is designed to teach you about the real impact of ADHD on the individual and their family. So, register for this course today and begin your next learning journey in mental health.

ADHD is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders of childhood and often lasts into adulthood. Children with ADHD may have trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviors (may act without thinking about what the result will be), or be overly active. It is normal for children to have trouble focusing and behaving at any given time but children with ADHD do not grow out of these behaviors. The symptoms continue, can be severe, and can cause difficulty at school, at home, or with friends. This course identifies those symptoms, how to deal with them and helping the children evolve into an adolescent. ADHD doesn’t discriminate, and it is likely that you live with, work with or know has this condition - perhaps it is you. This course will also give anyone who is unfamiliar with the condition an overview of the struggles those with ADHD deal with.
Scientists have not yet identified the specific causes of ADHD. There is evidence that genetics contribute as three out of four children with ADHD have a relative with the disorder. This course identifies some of the factors that may contribute to the development of ADHD. It has always been accepted that there is a better chance of the condition being largely controlled when it is caught at an early age. This is why there are various problems when there is a later diagnosis, especially when the child has moved into adolescence. This course discusses the problems of a later diagnosis, signs in the adolescent's stage, and how it affects their ability to evolve. Many adults with ADHD do not realize they have the disorder. A comprehensive evaluation typically includes a review of past and current symptoms, a medical exam and history, and the use of adult rating scales or checklists.
Can ADHD be cured? Medication is often an important part of treatment for a child with ADHD. However, it can be a difficult decision to make as a parent. Parents are often afraid of negative side effects or worried about labeling their child with a disorder that may carry negative consequences in their academic life. They may slo feel guilty or ashamed that their child’s condition was their fault in some way. By the end of this course, you will learn about the different approaches to treating ADHD and some of the best medications for it. Having ADHD can create challenges for kids but seeing how others with ADHD have succeeded can be a source of inspiration. This course analyzes some success stories of individuals with ADHD that went on to live the life they wanted.

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Course Overview

Introduction to Bloodborne Pathogens

Protect Yourself from Bloodborne Pathogens

Getting into Contact with Blood

Cleaning Up the Mess

Reporting Exposure to Blood

Next Steps

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BBP Course assessment

This free online course teaches you how to identify and treat bloodborne pathogens and confers global accreditation.

Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP)

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Introduction to Sports First Aid

Emergency Response Planning

Drowning, Choking and Bleeding

Common Sports Injuries

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Course Assessment - Sports First Aid Training

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Sports First Aid Training

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Introduction to Infection and Infection Control

Hazard and Risk Assessment

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

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Training on Infection Prevention and Control Principles - Course Assessment

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Training on Infection Prevention and Control Principles

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First Aid

Medical Problems

Traumatic Injuries

Environmental Injury and Illnesses

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Adult CPR, AED and Choking

Child CPR, AED and Choking

Infant CPR and Choking

Skills Training Videos

This module will explain what cardiopulmonary resuscitation is comprised of, give a brief outline of when cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillators may be required and explain how to perform them on choking victims. We will analyze the symptoms of choking, how to perform chest compressions, giving breath and how to relieve choking in infants, children and adults.

CPR, AED & First Aid course assessment

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CPR, AED and First Aid

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Introduction to Medication Management

Medication Safety

Medication Administration Techniques

Documentation and Record-Keeping

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Special Considerations in Medication Management

Medication Calculation and Dosage Adjustments

High-Risk Medications and Administration

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Medication Management and Administration - Course Assessment

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An Introduction to Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults

Reporting Your Concern

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Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults - Assessment

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Introduction to Infectious Diseases

Infection Prevention and Control Measures

Standard Precautions and Isolation Procedures

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Occupational Health and Safety for Infection Control

Antimicrobial Stewardship

Outbreak Management and Response

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Infection Control in Health Care - Assessment

Become an indispensable asset in preventing and controlling infections in health care with this free online course.

Infection Control in Health Care

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