ADHD: Gift? Or Disorder?

Course Description

This course offers insight into understanding of Attention Deficit Disorder(ADHD), hyperactivity, and impulsivity in children.

Learn:

  • How a child with ADHD thinks;
  • How a child with ADHD learns;
  • Methods for treating ADHD other than medication; and,
  • Effective strategies for helping a child with ADHD in the classroom or home.

This course was written for therapists, educators, parents, and others working with children with ADHD. It is taught by a Dr. Catherine Cain, a Pediatric Behavioral Specialist with over 25 years experience.

 
Course Requirements
This course was written for parents, teachers, child care providers, or professionals working with children who have been identified as having Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD) or children with high energy or hyperactivity levels.

You need not have prior education or experience in order to take this course. It is written in easy to understand language.

 
 
Course Goals
Students will learn:
1. How to identify ADHD.
2. The causes of ADHD.
3. What treatments are available for ADHD.
4. How to solve behavior problems associated with ADHD in the home or classroom.

 
 
Course Materials
All reading materials are included in this course so you need not purchase any other materials. You will be asked to visit some other sites on the Internet for additional information and as part of your class assignments.

 
 
Grading Policy
The assignments for this course equal 150 points. You can earn 60 points for completing 5 10-point, true/false, multiple choice quizzes. You can take the quizzes as many times as necessary to achieve the grade you desire. In addition, there are several assignments asking you to visit other website related to the class readings and to post your opinions about those sites on the 'Message Board'. You are also asked to review a book on ADHD at amazon.com. All links are provided for you.

Grading policy is as follows:
92-100% = A
84- 91% = B
76- 83% = C
- 75% = D

There are two payment options to purchase this online course:  $55

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Revised: 09/09/2008.