This is an accredited self study course that you can complete in your own time. It is available to Unite members in Wales as part of our online e-learning programme in Wales. Applicants must reside and work in Wales to be eligible.

If you are not a member of Unite you are able to apply for one free course per year.

Once you have registered on Eventbrite we will receive a notification and will then set up a learning account for you. This may take a day or two so please bear with us. Once you've got your learning account you have 6 months to complete the course.

ADHD Training

Aims of the course

By completing this course, you will:

• Develop a detailed understanding of what ADHD is.
• Develop an awareness of the common traits of ADHD in children.
• Know how ADHD is diagnosed in children.
• Understand the common treatments and methods of managing ADHD, including medication and therapies.
• Know how to manage and support children with ADHD in the classroom.
• Have an understanding of how parents and carers can successfully manage and support children with ADHD at home.

Course content

1 An Introduction to ADHD Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), ADHD and twins, ADHD and gender, understanding comorbidity, ADHD and genetics, brain function and structure, ADHD risk factors, common ADHD myths, the Equality Act 2010, the Children and Families Act 2014, and special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

2 Signs of ADHD and Diagnoses Inattentive presentation, hyperactive/impulsive presentation, combined presentation, learners with a higher prevalence of ADHD, other common comorbidities, diagnosing ADHD, gaining a diagnosis, diagnosing adults.

3 Supporting Children with ADHD How it feels to have ADHD, creating an inclusive classroom, practical ways to support students with ADHD, a SENCo's responsibilities, supporting a child with suspected ADHD, and Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs).

4ADHD Treatments and Therapies NICE recommendations, medications, parent training, social skills training, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, behaviour therapies, and dietary changes.

5Managing ADHD at Home Recognising good behaviour, managing difficult behaviour, managing frustration, creating routines, not sweating the small stuff, being specific, exercising, being positive, embracing neurodiversity, ADHD and siblings, and further resources.

Assessment

The online assessment is taken on completion of the training material. You will be asked 15 multiple choice questions with a pass mark of 80%. The answers are marked automatically, so you will instantly know whether you have passed. If you don't pass, don't worry! You can take the test as many times as you need .

Who should take this course?

This ADHD Awareness course has been designed for people who work with children, such as teachers, teaching assistants, childminders, school support staff, and other childcare professionals.

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Upon receipt of your registration and verification of your details, we aim to get your account set up within 48 hours. You can contact us at LearnwithUnite.WULF@unitetheunion.org for further information

T his offer is only open to Unite members living and working in Wales. For further information email us at L earnwithUnite.WULF@unitetheunion.org

If you are not a member of Unite the Union, you can join by clicking HERE to access additional benefits and support as part of your Union Membership.

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Contact Us

If you have any questions, please contact the Unite Wales Learning team: learnwithunite.wulf@unitetheunion.org

A Note About Data Collection

This training is funded by the Welsh Government funded Wales Union Learning Fund (WULF) project.

Please note that, for you to receive support from the WULF project, we are required to collect specific information from you during the registration process. This information is collected for project monitoring and evaluation purposes only.

Get in touch with learnwithunite.wulf@unitetheunion.org prior to making your booking should you have any queries or questions about providing the information requested.