Course Highlights

Guided Application of NICE Guidelines


Learn how to apply NICE guidance step-by-step, translating national standards into real-world assessment practice. Your learning is supported by comprehensive pre-course materials to prepare you, and post-course resources to reinforce and consolidate key skills.


Accredited CPD


Earn six hours of officially recognised CPD through structured, evidence-based training. The session provides a complete learning journey that supports appraisal, revalidation, and professional development requirements.

Professional Video Demonstration


Gain clarity and confidence through a high-quality, clinician-led video demonstration of a full Adult ADHD history. This walkthrough uses validated tools and models best-practice assessment fully aligned with NICE guidance.

Learning Objectives

  • Adult ADHD Explained


    Develop a clear understanding of ADHD within the ICD-11 framework, including its developmental origins and the impact it has on everyday functioning and wellbeing.

  • Global and Cultural Perspectives


    Explore how cultural attitudes, healthcare structures, and public awareness shape how ADHD is recognised and managed around the world.

  • Neurobiology and Brain Mechanisms


    Learn the core neurobiological foundations of ADHD, including executive-function networks and key neurotransmitter systems.

  • Risk Factors Across the Lifespan


    Understand the genetic, environmental, and psychosocial influences that contribute to the development and persistence of ADHD.

  • Using Diagnostic Frameworks


    Gain confidence in applying DSM-5 and ICD-11 criteria and working with validated assessment tools such as ASRS, ACE+V2, and DIVA-5.

  • DIVA-5 Interview Skills


    Watch a structured interview demonstration and learn how clear communication, rapport, and targeted questioning improve diagnostic accuracy.

  • Baseline & Physical Assessments


    Know when to carry out physical examinations, blood tests, and ECGs to support safe prescribing and ongoing monitoring.

  • Differential Diagnosis


    Develop the ability to distinguish ADHD from mood disorders, anxiety, autism, bipolar disorder, personality disorder, and substance misuse.

  • Writing High-Quality Reports


    Learn the fundamentals on how to structure concise, clinically robust diagnostic reports that meet professional standards.
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Our Course Benefits

Comprehensive Clinical Training

Develop a clear understanding of adult ADHD, including how symptoms present, how they affect daily functioning, and the key challenges involved in assessment.

Clinically Reviewed Course Content

All material has been peer-reviewed by experienced doctors to ensure accuracy, reliability, and strong clinical standards. The course is designed to give you clear, practical knowledge you can apply with confidence.

Recognised CPD Certification

Gain an accredited CPD certificate that enhances your professional development and supports your continuing learning.

Opportunity to Expand Your Practice

With demand for timely ADHD assessments continuing to grow and NHS waiting times remaining long, offering ADHD assessment services can provide a meaningful additional income stream.

Fits Around Existing Work

ADHD assessment work can be scheduled flexibly, making it easy to integrate alongside your current professional commitments.

Structured, Easy-to-Follow Learning

The course is organised into clear modules with practical examples and step-by-step guidance, making complex concepts straightforward and accessible.