ADHD in Children Training - Assessment & Diagnosis - 2 Half Days

Master the Art of Children's ADHD Assessment & Diagnosis

Join Antonietta Pirillo for CPD-accredited, intensive clinical training to gain the expertise, templates, and confidence needed to deliver gold-standard Adult ADHD assessments.

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28th and 29th January 2026, 8:45 am - 1 pm on both days

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Q&A  & Accreditation 1 pm - 1:30 pm

8 CPD Credits awarded upon knowledge test completion

Training Starts In:

Upcoming Sessions : 4 hours 45 minutes per session

Session 1 : United Kingdom (London) Time

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 at 8:45am - 1:30pm GMT

Session 2 : United Kingdom (London) Time

Thursday, 29 January 2026 at 8:45am - 1:30pm GMT

Content We Will Discuss & Review

  • Core concepts around ADHD (the history, neurobiology, psychological models)

  • Diagnostic criteria

  • Risk factor and etiogenesis

  • Comorbidities and differential diagnoses

  • Current UK guidelines

  • Best practice

  • Case studies

  • DIVA/ACE+ interview

  • Report writing

  • What to recommend when assigning a diagnosis

  • LOTS OF EXAMPLES from real clinical experience

Resource Pack

At the end of the training, you will be given a resource pack containing the following:

Assessment process roadmap in pdf

List of questionnaires, tests and resources to choose for assessment, with descriptions and instructions on how/where to get them

A report template with notes and explanation for completing each section in Ms Word

General recommendations to include in every report

Specific recommendations for students

Specific recommendations for work

List of books, websites, podcasts and other resources to draw from

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ACCREDITATION

& OUTCOME

CPD accredited. First of this kind in the UK.

* We are now adding a 10-question quiz that participants will need to take at the end, with an 80% pass rate, to eventually obtain CPD certification.

* A certificate of attendance will be offered as an alternative, in the unlikely event that participants do not pass the test within 3 attempts.

* Make sure to attend until the end, as the last 30 minutes of day 2 will be dedicated to Q&A as well as accreditation info and certificate instructions. 

As an outcome, we truly want to equip you with the knowledge and resources to carry out ADHD assessments, beginning through to the end. 

PREREQUISITES

The course is designed for clinicians, but whether you are a researcher, or a different professional interested in learning more about ADHD, this event is for you!

Prerequisite is that participants have knowledge and experience of working with mental health and neurodevelopmental conditions. We ask you to complete a form stating your professional title. At this time, we do not restrict the course to mental health professionals because many clinics, including the NHS and charities, also involve a variety of therapists and psychology graduates in carrying out ADHD assessments, e.g. the information gathering process. Also, ADHD assessments may be carried out by specialist assessors, like teachers, when the scope is limited to giving support in school or university.

The learning objectives are achieved through active discussions - the course is very interactive, polls, case studies, Q&A. Attendance is tracked manually by an admin assistant and automatically by a Google Meet extension.

Don't miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and connect with like-minded individuals.

Important Information + Offer

The session links will be emailed 1 day before the start of the training.

Your ticket is non-refundable, but if you are unable to attend, we may offer you a spot on a different date, depending on circumstances.

LIMITED Bundle Offers Available (ADHD in Adults + Children Training) - if interested in attending both training events, please book the Children's training session, then contact us at ([email protected]) for £170 discount on the Children's training session.

Who Is Antonietta Pirillo?

Antonietta Pirillo - Consultant Psychologist

Antonietta offers specialist training in ADHD assessment and diagnosis, and workshops/introductions on Autism assessments for clinicians working with both children and adults.

These intensive sessions are designed to be highly practical and informative, making them valuable for professionals looking to deepen their understanding.

She also offers individual and group supervision and business consultations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is qualified to provide an ADHD diagnosis?

According to NICE guidelines, an ADHD diagnosis must only be made by qualified healthcare professionals. If you are an independent practitioner, you must meet the CQC (Care Quality Commission) definition of a "healthcare professional." This means:

Registration: You must be registered with a statutory regulatory body (such as the GMC, HCPC, or NMC).

Expertise: You must have the specific training and legal obligations required to safely and effectively assess mental health conditions.

Typically, this includes Psychiatrists, Clinical Psychologists, and Specialist Nurses who have undergone rigorous training in psychopathology.

Can other professionals contribute to the assessment?

Yes. Many services use a multidisciplinary team approach. Various professionals may contribute to the information-gathering process under the supervision of a Practitioner Psychologist or Psychiatrist, who will then formalize the final diagnosis.

Note: This training is designed to enhance your skills and support your professional development toward these senior diagnostic roles.

Can Specialist Teachers provide assessments?

For educational purposes, Specialist Teachers holding an APC (Assessment Practising Certificate) can assess students over the age of 16, provided they have received additional specialized training in ADHD.

Do you provide advice on medical treatments or medication?

No. We do not provide specific advice on medical treatments or medication.

However, we understand that this is a vital part of the journey. Routes to medication are thoroughly discussed as part of our post-assessment support and recommendation process to ensure you know how to access the help you need.

The Spectrum Clinic provides expert ADHD and Autism assessments for both children and adults, along with tailored treatment and support for these conditions and related mental health or behavioural challenges.

For inquiries about assessments, training, or speaking engagements, please get in touch.

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