Adult ADHD Foundation Course 2026

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04Nov

Online event

Timings 9.30am – 4.50pm
Location Virtual event, Online
CPD 6 CPD points maximum for the online event, subject to peer group approval
Non-Member Fee£235
Consultant Member Fee£175
Residents in Higher Training Member Fee£130
SAS Doctor Member Fee£130
Residents in Core Training Member Fee£85
Subsidised/Retired Member Fee£85
Student Associate and Foundation Doctor Associate Fee£85
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Adult ADHD Foundation Course 2026

Event Information

This course aims to educate general adult psychiatrists about the nature, assessment and management of adult ADHD.

While ADHD has long been studied and discussed in the context of childhood, there is mounting evidence that its symptoms often continue into adulthood, where more individuals are now being diagnosed and navigating its impact. Adult ADHD is frequently comorbid with other disorders: neurodevelopmental disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, alcohol and substance disorders. It is, therefore, important for general adult psychiatrists to be able to diagnose ADHD in this population and differentiate it from other disorders. 

The aim of the foundation course is to help general adult psychiatrists gain a better understanding of adult ADHD and learn about diagnosis and support. It seeks to support psychiatrists to be able to recognise and respond to the needs of people with adult ADHD by successfully combining pharmacological and psychosocial interventions whilst taking into account the wider support requirements for people with ADHD and their social network.

The programme will commence in autumn 2026, featuring a live online event in November and supported by an eLearning module, which delegates can access from September 2026.

  • Understand the core diagnostic features and neurobiology of adult ADHD.
  • Gain knowledge of the outcomes of childhood ADHD in adulthood.
  • Be able to screen for and diagnose adult ADHD and distinguish ADHD from other common mental health disorders.
  • Be able to provide an overview of the treatment options for adult ADHD.
  • Gain a better understanding of the issues in providing a service for people with adult ADHD.

The Adult ADHD Foundation course offers a total of approximately 10 hours of learning, including: 

  • one comprehensive eLearning module 
  • access to some existing RCPsych Learn resources on related topics 
  • one full-day webinar and live Q&A with an expert faculty 
  • an end-of-course assessment, on completion of which you will receive your course certificate. 

The eLearning content is live and available for you to access from September, ahead of the November online event, and we will notify you by email once it is available. 

The eLearning content of this course will be accessible until 27 January 2027 (12 weeks after the webinar date).

  • Schedule your learning.
  • Take notes.
  • Submit any questions for the live Q&A session.
  • Attend the online event.
  • Complete the end-of-course assessment to receive your course CPD certificate.

The eLearning module will take approximately four hours to complete. This figure is for guidance only, as the time taken to complete the course will vary according to individual learning styles.

Please be aware that the eLearning module must be completed before attending the online event.

After the online event, you will be able to access the end-of-course assessment in your My learning area.

Upon completing the course, you should receive two certificates: 

  • 1 x Certificate for online event (4 Nov)
  • 1 x Certificate for overall course completion including eLearning content 

This event will be taking place online via a platform called EventsAir. Registered participants will receive their link to join the conference in their joining instructions. Joining instructions will be sent out in the days before the event is due to take place. 

Watch the helpful explanation video

When you join the conference online, you will be able to:

  • view a video of the speaker alongside any slides
  • ask your questions to the speakers and chat with other delegates via the discussion forum.

All registered participants will also have access to this event recording until 27 January 2027 (12 weeks).

To successfully join the event online, you will need:

  • access to a reliable internet connection
  • a PC, laptop, tablet or phone
  • Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge are recommended browsers.

Please read our terms and conditions before making your booking.


Event Location

Location: Virtual event, Online