Autism and ADHD Studies
It provides up-to-date knowledge and skills for those just starting out in their career, or professionals who are looking to develop competency in their field by learning some key best practices. This course covers about the most common developmental and behavioral disorders affecting children such as ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, learning disorders, and concussions. We will focus on how schools can support children by recognizing common symptoms and understanding the diagnosis process., exploring the role of a School Teachers. Child Counselor, Child Care Professionals, School Counselor, Child Counselor and healthcare professional in detail.
At the end of the Certificate in Autism and ADHD , there will be an online assessment, which you will need to pass to complete the course. Answers are marked instantly and automatically, allowing you to know straight away /or graded by team, whether you have passed. If you haven’t, there’s no limit on the number of times you can take the final exam. All this is included in the one-time fee you paid for the course itself. Learn to demonstrate a critical, evidence based approach to autism and ADHD. Learn how to compare, contrast and critique the differences within and between the experience of living with autism and ADHD and related comorbid conditions - Acquire knowledge and understanding to support people with autism and ADHD.
Learning Objectives:
To achieve an up-to-date understanding of the co-occurrence of autism and ADHD, based on the latest research;
To understand the unique strengths and challenges that occur when an autistic person also has ADHD;
To know the pro’s and con’s of medication for ADHD for autistic individuals;
To know how to support an autistic student with ADHD in the classroom, as a teacher and a parent;
To gain ideas for strategies as an autistic adult managing ADHD in the workplace;
To support an autistic child or adolescent with ADHD at home – developing realistic expectations and support strategies.