ADHD and our Young People/Rangatahi (10+ Years)

Course Details

Duration: 90 minutes

Time: 9:30am – 11:00am

Cost: $56.52 + GST (Total $65.00) per person

Format: Online Training (can’t make the live online training, don’t worry you can register to view our recording – fit it into your busy life, at your own pace, in your own space)

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May

Fri, 22 May, 2026

9:30am - 11:00am

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Jul

Fri, 24 Jul, 2026

9:30am - 11:00am

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About This Course

Understanding ADHD in teens, including pre-teens, is a key element of our comprehensive course empowering educators, caregivers, and professionals working with adolescents diagnosed and undiagnosed with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD/ADD).

This course is thoughtfully structured to explore critical aspects of understanding and effectively supporting pre-teens and teens with ADHD.

Participants will interact with the latest research and evidence-based practices to ensure their knowledge aligns with recent developments in ADHD approaches.

Key Takeaways

Module 1: Understanding ADHD in Pre-Teens and Teens

Upon completion of this module, participants will be able to:

Define ADHD and its impact on adolescent development.
Understand the unique presentation of ADHD in pre-teens and teenagers, including common challenges.
Understand the advantages and disadvantages of medication.
Apply strengths-based strategies to effectively manage emotions and meltdowns, promoting resilience and self-regulation in adolescents and pre-teens.
Develop a proactive plan to reframe behaviours, leverage strengths, and foster positive outcomes for teens and pre-teens with ADHD.

This certificate is right for you if….

You work directly or indirectly with children or young families, whether in a professional or volunteer capacity. People who have found this course particularly beneficial include school leaders, teachers, learning support staff, OSCAR staff, recreation staff, childcare support staff, youth workers, health care professionals, social services staff, and parents/caregivers.

Upcoming Course Dates - Book Now

Join us for this essential course to ensure you are equipped to recognise and respond to child abuse effectively to concerns of child abuse or neglect.

May

Fri, 22 May, 2026

9:30am - 11:00am

Live online training!

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Jul

Fri, 24 Jul, 2026

9:30am - 11:00am

Live online training!

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With our online 24/7 access through the Listen On-Demand option, you can complete this course today! Pay and download now.

Meet Your Course Presenters

Tracey Rountree

ADHD New Zealand

Donna Bouzaid

Safe for Children

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People Who Have Taken Our Course

Read What Our Participants Have to Say About Their Experiences With Our Course

The course was very thorough, and each section followed well from the last, keeping it interesting throughout. The presenter spoke clearly, and as someone who trained choirs during my teaching career for many years—where consonants at the ends of words and clear diction were necessary—but whose hearing isn't what it used to be, I greatly appreciated the presenter’s enunciation and proper speech!

Very informative from a person with real life experience.

I had not heard of RSD before, so it was interesting to learn about it. The graphs and tables were interesting as well.

I enjoyed learning different things about ADHD, including how long it takes for the body to return to normal after a meltdown.

I liked all the statistics and how everything was well explained. I learned so much new information, and all the new strategies will be very helpful.

Very informative and valuable slides. Well presented. It's always great to upskill and be reminded of the key points to provide feedback to our teachers.