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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.
Gain insights into the definition, symptoms, and challenges of ADHD in adults.
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
With an increasing demand for ADHD testing year on year, and NHS waiting lists now between 2 and 3 years on average, being able to provide fast ADHD LLC assessments can be a valuable additional income stream for health and wellness professionals.
Up to £1500 per assessment
Easy ability to incorporate into other work commitments.

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
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I really enjoyed the course and learned a lot about ADHD.I hope to apply it in my career
great course
The training significantly improved my ability to understand ADHD and conduct structured ADHD assessments, interpret rating scale and communicate findings effectively to clients and families. Dr Pav - the course trainer is quite knowledgeable on the subject.
Good Training needs more than one day training.
This has been a very enjoyable course so far! I have been engaged throughout which is very rare and the content is essential for my clinical practice. Would highly recommend!
Absoloute brilliant course, really enjoyed the structure and how interactive it was. Dr Pav was very accessible and ensured every question was left answered. He provided great additional support and overall I am very happy with this introduction into ADHD as a pharmacist. I'd definitely want to pursue further into ADHD.
Very informative and gave me a very understanding re: assessment and diagnosis of ADHD
The teaching was very insightful
The course was very insightful and trainer was patient, taking his time to answer all the questions from the students
The full day training with Dr Pav was informative, clear and engaging. The mix of teaching, group work, a quiz and a mock assessment made it practical and enjoyable. Dr Pav explained everything well and encouraged questions, making it a great learning experience.
gret course
Thorough course
Very informative
INFORMATIVE
Fantastic course
This ADHD Course has been very inspirational and educating.
Great course, very informative and interesting
Excellent assessment training. Very in-depth and with lots of additional information for further reading.
Thank you I am due to take the diagnosis course next Saturday. Looking forward to it.
This was an excellent course, comprehensive structure with access to multiple resources. Explored in depth the use of the DIVA-5, helpful tips on implementing this diagnostic tool. Dr Pav is a passionate clinician and fostered interesting and thought provoking discussions in the group.
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
fantastic course both the diagnostics and management. Would highly recommend.
It was a very organized learning
excellent depth of context
I thoroughly enjoyed the course and found it to be very informative.
The Training was well taught by Dr. Pav. I feel very confident that the skills and knowledge I have learnt will enable me to complete a comprehensive ADHD assessment
very informative calm and organised teacher
Thoroughly enjoyed the course
It was a very informative, eye opening course
Enjoyed and learned a lot about ADHD clients, assessment and diagnosis
Brilliant experience, Dr Pav was very knowledgeable on the subject and his experience shone throughout the training session. Really good techniques used within the training that helps with the learning process!
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 course was useful and informative.
Very well presented by knowledgeable team.
I found Dr Pav to be incredibly knowledgeable and patient with the training group. Very adaptive to different learning styles and inclusive. I feel capable now to offer an ADHD Diagnosis in my private clinic using the DIVA-5
The lessons were clear, engaging and easy to follow. I gained practical skills i can apply straight away and the instructors were supportive throughout.
I would highly recommend the course. Dr Pav was brilliant! All the content was clear and concise. Full details explained and easily understood. Great examples, tips and support on how to manage your own clinical assessments and how to deliver and carry out the process. Thank You!
Dr Pav delivered a brilliant training session, very informative, clear and enjoyable . The mock assessment at the end was my favorite part - it really helped me to understand the flow and scoring. Great learning environment where you feel comfortable to raise any questions. I would highly recommend this training to all suitable professionals
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. Great blend of theory and practice. Highly recommend it.
Great training , really enjoy it and very captivating and informative
Great course. Would recommend and helped me understand the diagnostic process of ADHD.
Really enjoyed the training. Was super helpful and well delivered.
I currently work as an Advanced Nurse Practioner (prescriber) in Primary Care with a significant mental health case load. I have a specific interest in ADHD and found the course to be very informative, I have completed both the assessment and medication management course, both were excellent in terms of delivery and information.
excellent course
Training was very informative. Even though I don't have experience as an assessor, I managed to have insight into evidence based approach and the assessment tools required to conduct the assessment
Very informative and highly recommended.
The course and training has been valuable in informing me with knowledge about ADHD and further skills in providing ADHD assessment. Also left me wanting to further my knowledge. Thank you.
This course was very educative. I have an interview coming up as a prescriber for ADHD, I am more confident now after attending this course
Excellent course today, informative, break out rooms worked well, interactive
Great course detailing pharmacological options for ADHD
Very useful course! Very welcoming for those of us that do not prescribe medication as well which was really lovely! I would like to know more pathways about potentially increasing skills to be able to go into ADHD coaching as this sounds very interesting also!
Great course, thorough detail on how to deliver DIVA-5 Assessment.
Course was informative and insightful.
The course was very useful and extremely good.
very good, well delivered
Amazing training, very engaging and very thorough.
Fantastic first day, really enjoyed & informative. Looking forward to the management session tomorrow.
Very informative
Good teaching on ADHD
Very informative course. Felt comfortable asking questions and going at a pace that was most helpful for the group
Course content and delivery was excellent
very informative session
Excellent course and highly recommended
Wonderful interactive course that I would recommend
Incredibly informative, essential and well organised course. Thank you.
Great course thank you. Really informative and interactive.
good course
The course was very insightful and informative!
Very Informative course
Very Interactive and well presented
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Great Speaker ( Dr Pav) , very knowledgeable and informative. Session was interactive.
I completed the ADHD Management Course with Dr Pav, and found it to be incredibly valuable. The course provided a thorough overview of both behavioral modifications and pharmacological treatment options, offering a balanced and holistic approach to managing ADHD. Dr. Pav’s engaging and informative style made complex concepts accessible and practical. I have enrolled for the ADHD Diagnosis course to deepen my understanding further. Highly recommend for anyone looking to enhance their ADHD management strategies.
It was an amazing session
Thank you offering such a thorough training. Dr Pav was fantastic! It has really me to improved my knowledge about ADHD.
Thanks to Dr Pav and a brilliant delivery
I really enjoyed the course and ready to apply in my career
Very good course intense and very simple at the same time. Very well organised.
Very useful course, made it easier
Great day, good pacing.
quite informative
Found the course very empowering.
Excellent Training. I have wanted to complete this training for some time. It has not disappointed. Quite the opposite really.
Great course. An informative tutor who guided through latest assessment tools.
Excellent, comprehensive but never feel like overloaded with information
This course provided exactly what I needed to improve my confidence and assessing ADHD. The content was clear, comprehensive and clinically practical. It depend my understanding of diagnostic criteria, especially in adult presentations, and gave me confidence in structuring assessments and considering differential diagnoses. I'd highly recommend it to colleagues looking to improve their ADHD assessment skills in psychiatric settings
A very good course, pace was good and the material covered was very helpful. I have learnt a lot and now more confident in managing ADHD.
Thank you for a very informative course
I found the ADHD Assessor Course to be an incredibly valuable and well-structured training experience. It provided a comprehensive overview of ADHD assessment protocols, diagnostic criteria, and the practical skills required to conduct thorough and patient-centred evaluations. The content was evidence-based and clinically relevant, with a strong emphasis on both accuracy and empathy in the assessment process. The course facilitators were knowledgeable and approachable, offering real-world insights and support throughout. I now feel much more confident in my ability to contribute meaningfully to ADHD assessment pathways and support individuals in accessing timely and appropriate care. I would highly recommend this course to any healthcare professional looking to expand their expertise in ADHD assessment.
Shannice guided me through the registration. And I don't regret taking the course. Dr Pav and Vinod did an excellent job training us and answering all our questions.
Interesting and informative course which has increased my understanding of ADHD, DIVA assessment and diagnosis based on DSM-5 criteria and guidelines.
Great course. Very informative. Has given me the confidence to assess and diagnose ADHD. Would recommend to others!
Really enjoyed the course and Dr Rav was very informative
Engaging and Informative
I enjoyed the training today. I felt it was a good balance of learning information, breakout rooms, and practice of the tools. There were good resources suggested as well
Fantastic course. I am thoroughly confident that it has given me the knowledge and skills required to perform diagnostic assessments for ADHD. Dr Pav exceptionally delivered the course content along with his own inside insights to ADHD. I would love to collaborate with him regarding setting up transitional services for neurodivergent clients moving from child to adult services given the huge gap there and my paediatric nursing experience. Please get in touch!
Dr Pav and Dr Kumar teaching program on management of ADHD has provided me with great insights and confidence in this subject area and this will help improve my clinical practice.
Great course, an abundance of information for education.
Our ADHD Specialist Certification in Diagnosis course is meticulously designed to provide healthcare professionals with the comprehensive knowledge and skills needed to diagnose ADHD in adults using evidence-based methods.

Our mission is to help other clinicians educate and work within the neurodiverse community.

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.
