Supporting Students: ADHD, Autism, LD & Brain Injury
Learn to recognize and support students with ADHD, autism, learning disabilities, and concussions in educational settings. Essential for educators.
Learn to recognize and support students with ADHD, autism, learning disabilities, and concussions in educational settings. Essential for educators.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full School Health for Children and Adolescents Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Understand ADHD diagnosis and management strategies
Recognize autism spectrum disorder symptoms and support needs
Identify various learning disabilities and their educational impact
Manage concussion cases in school settings
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
1.4 Hours PreRecorded video
4 assignments
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There are 4 modules in this course
This comprehensive course explores the management of common developmental and behavioral disorders in school settings. Students learn about ADHD symptoms and diagnosis, autism spectrum disorder characteristics and support strategies, various learning disabilities and their educational implications, and concussion recognition and management. The curriculum includes expert interviews, case studies, and practical intervention strategies for educational professionals.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
Autism
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
Learning Disabilities
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
Concussions
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
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Instructors
Expert in Pediatric Education and School Health Programs
Dr. Daniel Nicklas is an Assistant Professor and the Director of Primary Care Education for the Pediatrics Residency at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, as well as the Co-medical Director for the Pediatric Call Center at Children's Hospital Colorado. With a medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and a robust background in pediatrics, he has dedicated his career to enhancing pediatric education and care delivery. Dr. Nicklas has a strong focus on health technology and informatics, as well as developmental and behavioral pediatrics, which informs his teaching and clinical practice. He has been recognized for his contributions to medical education, receiving the Gary Way Award for Outstanding Teaching in 2016. In addition to his academic responsibilities, Dr. Nicklas actively engages in research, contributing to numerous publications that address critical issues in pediatric primary care. His commitment to training future pediatricians is evident through his mentorship of residents and students, ensuring they are well-equipped to meet the challenges of modern pediatric healthcare.
Strategist and Exercise Psychologist
Eve Kutchman is a strategist and exercise psychologist specializing in school health programs and behavioral health initiatives. She is affiliated with the University of Colorado System and the Child Health Advocacy Institute, where she focuses on promoting healthy practices within educational settings. Kutchman has developed a range of courses aimed at equipping educators and healthcare professionals with the skills to manage various health conditions in schools.Her courses include Healthy Practices: Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Community and Family Participation, Managing ADHD, Autism, Learning Disabilities, and Concussion in School, Managing Asthma, Allergies, Diabetes, and Seizures in School, and Providing Social, Emotional, Behavioral, and Special Education Services in School. These courses are designed to help participants understand and implement effective strategies for supporting students' health and well-being in school environments.Kutchman's work emphasizes the connection between health and academic success, advocating for comprehensive health management strategies that address both physical and mental health challenges faced by students. Through her educational initiatives, she aims to foster healthier school communities that enhance learning outcomes for all
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