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Gain insights into the definition, symptoms, and challenges of ADHD in adults.
Learn to apply DSM-5 criteria and utilise validated screening tools for accurate diagnosis.
Train to become competent in DIVA (Diagnostic Interview for ADHD in Adults) assessments, a structured diagnostic tool widely recognised for its reliability.
Explore the evolution of ADHD understanding and current best practices.
Participate in interactive breakout sessions to discuss real-world scenarios and apply diagnostic techniques.
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Expertly designed curriculum with interactive training elements.
Led by leading ADHD clinician with 1000s of assessments performed.
Earn recognised CPD certification that validates your expertise, enhances your professional credibility and can be submitted to insurance providers
Understand the use of stimulant and non-stimulant medications, their mechanisms, and appropriate titration strategies.
Learn about Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy(CBT), coaching strategies, and psychoeducation to support ADHD patients.
Explore strategies for ongoing monitoring, managing side effects, and adjusting treatment plans to ensure sustained effectiveness.
Gain insights into the ethical responsibilities and legal regulations surrounding ADHD medication management.
Engage in detailed discussions and exercises to apply management principles in clinical practice.
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Expertly designed curriculum with interactive training elements.
Led by leading ADHD clinician with 1000s of assessments performed.
Earn recognised CPD certification that validates your expertise, enhances your professional credibility and can be submitted to insurance providers
Develop fluency in conducting the structured parent/caregiver interview
Master coding rules for Social Interaction, Communication, and RRB
Apply DSM-5 and ICD-11 criteria alongside ADI-R algorithm scores
Combine ADI-R within a multi-modal assessment battery
All content reflects current NICE guidelines for autism assessment
CPD certificate submissible to BPS, HCPC, NMC, GMC, and GPhC
Clinical tools and reference materials with lifetime access
A few of our frequently asked questions about this course
With the UK facing a growing ADHD diagnosis crisis, NHS waiting lists now average 2–3 years due to the high demand for assessments. By taking this course, you’ll not only gain specialist skills but also play a crucial role in alleviating this crisis. As a healthcare professional, you’ll be making a meaningful difference to individuals in urgent need of timely support and helping to address the ADHD backlog.
Since updates to the NG87 NICE guidelines, the guidance now states that ADHD diagnosis can be carried out by a “suitably qualified practitioner.” To be considered suitably qualified, practitioners must complete specific training that provides them with the knowledge and practical tools to deliver accurate diagnoses.
Our course offers an in-depth look into ADHD in adults, covering DSM-5 diagnostic criteria, the widely recognised DIVA assessment, and practical guidance from expert instructors. You’ll also gain insights into the evolution of ADHD understanding and explore best practices through real-world scenarios.
This course is open to all healthcare practitioners. Prices vary for consultant psychiatrists. As we are a training provider only, please be aware that we do not verify practitioner credentials, and each participant is responsible for securing their own professional indemnity after completing the course.
The course runs for a full 8-hour day via video link on Microsoft Teams. Participants are expected to engage fully in discussions, complete mock assessments, and participate in a final Q&A assessment to demonstrate their understanding.
Participants who complete the course receive a recognised CPD certification, which not only enhances professional credibility but can also be submitted to insurance providers as proof of ADHD diagnostic competence.
With demand for ADHD testing rising each year, private ADHD assessments have become a valuable income stream for qualified practitioners, with professionals able to charge up to £1,500 per assessment. This qualification offers flexibility, allowing you to incorporate assessments into existing work commitments.
Well enjoyed and informative
This has been very informative. The facilitator was very patient and provided a lot of clarify with any questions raised.
Thank you for an excellent course. It was thorough and informative. As an AHP, I now feel fully equipped and qualified to take part in an MDT assessment for ADHD in children and adults.
Great Speaker ( The trainer) , very knowledgeable and informative. Session was interactive.
Fantastic course from start to finish. Will certainly recommend.
Very well delivered 2 days. The trainer was so patient and treated everyone with respect despite repetitive questions. He would still take his to re-explain. He made any anxieties disappear within minutes of joining. I have recommend a few colleagues who are in the process of registration.
ADHD course
My 22 year old son was recently screened for ADHD so my personal experience of this neurological disorder has been very enlightening. In my clinical practice, I also have been assessing and treatment more and more people with ADHD and ASD. The traineri delivered the course well, good pace and breakout rooms were helpful.
very good course. The trainer is well spoken and very knowledgeable about the topics, allows conversations, breaks, discussions and explains answers
I found the trainer and the training very informative. I know more about the symptom and diagnosis of ADHD after attending the training. I will recommend the training, well presented
Great course
The training was engaging and well-structured, with a good balance of theory, interactive discussion, and actionable techniques. I noted the trainer’s empathy, expertise, and relatable examples, which created a supportive learning environment. Very informative
Lovely trainer, well delivered
Very well taught course and understood how to use the DIVA
Brilliant course and very informative.
Very informative
Great and very informative
Really enjoyed the course, informative and pitched at a good level and pace. Very inclusive and facilitator was both knowledgeable and supportive.
Great session, would definitely recommend
it was very informative and engaging course
A fully comprehensive course, well -paced, and interactive. Has left me feeling confident to go ahead and complete ADHD assessments in NHS and private settings.
very interactive session.
Management session even more enjoyable than diagnosis session! (Personal view: Number of cases done very adequate but wouldn't mind even more as like to do plenty of practical sessions based on real-life scenarios even as a takeaway homework to do on own to challenge & improve though process on titration & various management aspects)
The ADHD assessment course from privateadhd.com was incredibly informative and well-structured. It gave me practical tools and a clear framework to confidently assess and support adults with ADHD. Highly recommended for any healthcare professional working in this area
perfect
Qualified
Excellent course delivered professionally at an appropriate pace
Informative and helpful training
Beneficial and insightful training
I really enjoyed attending the assessment and diagnosis course for ADHD. The course is well structured and insightful. I am keen to put my learning into practice now.
Amazing training, very engaging and very thorough.
The course was very informative, loved the break out rooms and meeting other professionals. I would highly recommend it to others
The course was exceptionally well-structured combining both theoretical knowledge and practical insights. It covered diagnostic tools , evidence-based interventions allowing me to deepen my understanding of ADHD’s complexities.
This is my second course with The trainer and I have thoroughly enjoyed it.
Shannice guided me through the registration. And I don't regret taking the course. The trainer and Vinod did an excellent job training us and answering all our questions.
Great course
Fantastic course I have learned alot and looking forward to a autism course
Fantastic course, very informative, thank you The trainer for excellent delivery of the course.
Very interesting, informative and engaging course.
Amazing training.
Good course, helpful, and delivered well. Thank you.
Course trainer extremely knowledgeable, course set at a good pace. Really enjoyed the learning and group interaction. Thank You.
This has been an incredibly informative experience, providing a comprehensive understanding of ADHD and its impact on a patient's life. It has enhanced my knowledge of the diagnostic process, especially in terms of using the DIVA tool. The mock assessment was particularly helpful, as it really brought everything into perspective and solidified the concepts in a practical, real-world context
The course was insightful and helpful
Excellent Course. Well delivered and informative. Great tips and advice given in how to diagnose Adults and Children with ADHD and the tools needed.
I found the course useful, relevant and feel positive going forward
Very useful course, made it easier
thank you for this course really informative
I enjoyes the course, breakout rooms were very informative and enjoyed the shared knowledge aspect of the course.
Very good course
Great session! I appreciate how practical and clear the deep dive was, especially how the DIVA tool connects childhood and adult ADHD.
Extremly well planned and was very easy to understanfd, loved the break out room
Excellent course, informative, very knowledgeable trainer. Thank you
comprehensive, succingt
Great course - very insightful and thorough
All course content were very information and well presented.
Excellent training. The trainer very knowledgeable and lead the course well
Great course
Very insightful and informative course
Engaging and Informative
The course was informative and interactive , the trainer was also supportive and patiently went into details if needed.
GREAT TEACHING
VERY INFORMATIVE
Excellent, comprehensive but never feel like overloaded with information
Fantastic course, very informative. Would highly recommend.
Fantastic course I have learned so much and looking forward to doing autism course
Great course, felt engaged throughout which is very rare! The content will definitely be valuable to my clinical practice.
Content was excellent, brilliantly facilitated by The trainer
Good course
The course was highly beneficial and well-organized, with comprehensive resources and clear, effective presentation. It provided valuable insights and practical knowledge that will undoubtedly support my future endeavours
I really enjoyed the course. The pace was very good and The trainer is passionate about his subject and very knowledgeable. I feel ready to assess and diagnose clients with ADHD with confidence and I will make good use of the training materials provided. Thanks so much for an amazing training day.
Excellent, in depth course.
Very informative
excellent
Great course
I benefited so much from the two courses completed with Private ADHD. Both have been brilliant at equipping me with a robust and detailed knowledge base on the diagnostic criteria, process of assessment and qualifications to be able to assess ADHD (in addition to Autism and Dyslexia) within an MDT - and with detailed insight into medication and management of ADHD, essential to the services I provide as a Neuroaffirming Consultant and Mentor: pre and post diagnostic support to individuals of all ages, and to families and schools.
The trainer delivered this brilliant course and he was able to answer our questions
Great course, very informative and explaination of how drugs work was great. The trainer is very knowledgeable and the teaching skills are impressive
This training was incredibly insightful and deepened my understanding of ADHD and equipped me with practical strategies I can apply both professional and personally.
Very enlightening and thorough course helping show real life examples and the need to improve clinicians awareness in the neurodiverse field
fantastic course both the diagnostics and management. Would highly recommend.
Very informative course
Good Training.
I thoroughly enjoyed the course and found it to be very informative.
I enjoyed the course and felt I recieved adequate training to complete ADHD assessments.
Good teaching on ADHD
excellent
Very Interactive and well presented
Great course - thank you.
Thank you The trainer for this amazing course , really useful and effective . I got thorough understanding of detailed DIVA assessment and ADHD for adults and children .
I really enjoyed the course, he was really informative!
Very well presented by knowledgeable team.
The trainer explained complex topic so clearly and made the sessions practical and engaging. His supportive style and the information provided has really boosted my confidence. I would highly recommend this training to other clinicians.
The teaching was very insightful
I had a really positive experience with the team. They made me feel supported from start to finish, everything was explained clearly, and the aftercare was amazing. I felt listened to at every stage and I’m really happy with the results. I would definitely recommend them.
quite informative
The training was clear . I gained new skills
Was an informative session. Glad to have attended.
Very informant course.
Very Informative.
This comprehensive training, guided by experienced ADHD specialists, ensures participants are well-prepared to handle diverse cases and offers the added benefit of earning a recognised CPD certification. This certification not only validates your expertise but also enhances your professional credibility in the field. We encourage you to book the course today to advance your skills in ADHD diagnosis.
If you have any questions or need assistance in choosing the right course for you, please get in contact with us. Our team is here to support you every step of the way.
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