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ADHD Training for Professionals

Learn in this guide about Training and Certifications

ADHD Training for Professionals

Learn in this guide about Training and Certifications

There are a number of professionals that can be trained to diagnose ADHD. Among the ADHD trained professionals are psychologists, psychiatrists, pediatricians, neurologists, licensed therapists, and sometimes clinical social workers or nurse practitioners.

Only medical doctors can prescribe medication for ADHD

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      • ADHD Training for Therapists
      • Free ADHD Certification Online
      • ADHD Certification Requirements
      • ADHD Assessment Training
      • Who can assess and diagnose ADHD?
      • Who can prescribe ADHD medication?
      • Who can provide ADHD therapy and counseling?
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Various licensed professionals can administer therapy to ADHD patients including professionally certified coaches specializing in ADHD; a master certified ADHD coach and an ADHD certified life coach. There are a number of organizations that can certify an ADHD coach but only the medical board can certify a doctor to prescribe ADHD medication.

ADHD Training for Therapists

An ADHD therapist must have completed a Professional ADHD Coach Training Program by a recognized organization (depending on what country you are in) such as the ADD Coach Academy. A professional ADHD trained therapist should be accredited by the International Coach Federation or a similar reliable organization.

Unfortunately these days anyone can do a short course and call themselves a life coach so it is important to choose a professional who has the academic training and credentials to give quality ADHD treatment. Ideally, your ADHD practitioner should have a medical background or psychology qualification in addition to certification as an ADHD therapist.

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Free ADHD Certification Online

There are free online courses about ADHD however they are intended to educate and do not qualify you to administer ADHD treatment or counseling. Free ADHD certification online is not intended to replace working with a trained professional ADHD therapist, coach, or doctor.

ADHD Certification Requirements

Legitimate ADHD training programs are offered to professionals already working in the field of medical or mental health care. ADHD certification is offered as a specialty qualification which adds to the already existing skills of the practitioner. The International Coaching Federation offers three levels of credentials each according to the number of training hours and coaching experience the coach has. Recognized institutions that provide ADHD certification include the ADD Coach Academy; JST Coaching & Training and the International ADHD Coach Training Center. Whether you choose a pediatrician, neurologist, psychologist, psychiatrist, social worker, or coach they must have been specifically trained to deal with ADHD.

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FAQ

Who can assess and diagnose ADHD?

    • Psychiatrist
    • Psychologist
    • Neurologist
    • Pediatrician (if specifically trained in ADHD assessment)
    • Master-level counselor (only for initial screening)
    • Clinical social worker (if specifically trained in ADHD assessment)
    • Family doctor (if specifically trained in ADHD assessment)
    • Nurse practitioner (if specifically trained in ADHD assessment)

Who can prescribe ADHD medication?

    • Psychiatrist
    • Neurologist
    • General practitioner

Who can provide ADHD therapy and counseling?

    • Psychologist
    • Master Level Therapist
    • Psychiatrist (if specifically certified for counseling)
    • Trained ADHD coach