Continuing Education

Neurodiversity and ADHD

Holistic Approaches to Supporting the Neurodivergent Community

Social Work Education

About The Course

Course Title: Neurodiversity and ADHD

Learning Method: Record asynchronous distance (non-interactive). This course includes a recorded video and access to the presented resources.

Amount of CE Credit Offered: 1 credit (general)

Fees: This course can be purchased individually for $25 or as part of an annual unlimited continuing education subscription available for $99/year.

Posttest: Following the course, the participant will take a 10 question posttest. A score of 70% correct is required to pass and obtain a certificate. If you do not pass the posttest, it can be re-taken after fully reviewing the materials again. 

Certificate of CompletionIn order to receive a certificate of completion, you must indicate that you’ve watched the entire video portion of the course, earn a passing grade on the test, and complete the requested course evaluation.

Description of the Course:

The course covers several key themes regarding Neurodiversity and ADHD.

Holistic Integration: By understanding the roles of various backgrounds – from social work education to artistic and spiritual interventions– professionals can develop a more comprehensive and holistic approach to support Neurodivergent and ADHD individuals.

Challenging Misconceptions: There are prevalent misconceptions about Neurodiversity and ADHD in society. By addressing these misconceptions head-on, not only can professionals enhance the mental well-being of Neurodivergent individuals, but they can also foster a more informed and inclusive society.

Empowerment through Advocacy: Social workers, equipped with the right knowledge and tools, can play a pivotal role in promoting inclusivity at both individual and systemic levels. By leveraging principles of social work, there’s potential to influence educational institutions, workplaces, and media representations, ultimately building a society that fully understands and embraces Neurodiversity.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Define the terms Neurodiversity, Neuronormative, and Neurodivergent.

  2. Identify therapeutic modalities and creative interventions that resonate with Neurodivergent individuals and understand their integration into social work practices.

  3. Evaluate the broader societal challenges faced by the Neurodivergent community, including misconceptions, and strategize actionable approaches for systemic inclusivity and advocacy.

Target Audience: 

Masters and Clinical level licensees pursuing continuing education.

Content Level:

Both beginning and intermediate-level content are included in this course.

Instructor Bio(s):

Meagan Mitchell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and has been providing individualized and group instruction for over 5 years.

Meagan is currently a Child and Adolescent Therapist with The Sibley Group in Washington, DC. She is working towards her Play Therapy credential. Meagan is also the founder of Agents of Change Social Work Test Prep – a learning platform and community designed for social workers preparing for their licensing exams.

She loves combining her passion for learning and sharing her knowledge with the social work community. Meagan has a strong interest in tech & and innovation, specifically exploring the intersection of technology with social work practices. She is also passionate about multicultural supervision & and ethics; ensuring diverse voices are heard, understood, and supported in supervision and consultation.

Lastly, Meagan is currently a DSW student at SUNY Buffalo.

Elana Weinstein

Elana Weinstein sees her role as a Hybrid Misfit, MACRO Social Worker, Jewish Artist, and Entrepreneur all ROOTED in the lens through Tikkun Olam, in Hebrew which means; heal and repair the world.

She is here to question why things are the way they are. She does this by challenging the systems and questioning the status quo. She is here to do the work of deconstruction when she feels called towards it to bring together, to create and transform the world through innovation and creativity.

For over a decade plus, she has successfully been working in the nonprofit sector (Jewish and secular) and has become a thought leader and change agent.

Course Outline:

Introduction

  • Importance of discussing Neurodiversity and ADHD

Understanding Neurodiversity

  • Definition and significance of Neurodiversity
  • The concept of Neurodivergence: ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, etc.
  • Personal lived experiences with ADHD and Neurodiversity

Holistic and Expressive Approaches

  • The role of play in therapy
  • Incorporating art into Social Work
  • The significance of expressive and creative modalities for Neurodivergent individuals
  • The concept of the “Gratitude Garden” and its therapeutic benefits

Neuroscience and the Brain

  • Exploring the Neuroscience of ADHD
  • Understanding dopamine and its role in ADHD
  • The impact of external stimuli on the Neurodivergent brain

Challenges and Advocacy

  • Personal experiences with societal perceptions: “Being too much”
  • The importance of self-advocacy and understanding one’s needs
  • Rights of Neurodivergent individuals in various settings

Conclusion

  • The importance of continued conversation on Neurodiversity and ADHD
  • Encouraging self-awareness and self-acceptance

Course Creation Date: 10/27/23 

Requesting Accessibility Accommodations:

Please email [email protected] to request accessibility accommodations.

ACE Approval Statement: 

Agents of Change, #1919, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 7/26/2023 – 7/26/2027. Social workers completing this course receive 1 continuing education credit.

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  • Javascript enabled
  • PDF plugin
  • Graphic and audio output capability
  • Broadband internet connection with a minimum speed of 5Mbps (recommended)
  • TLS 1.2 supported by your web browser

Refund PolicyIn general, refunds will not be provided. However, if you do have any concerns or grievances, please contact us at the email address below. Registrants who do not complete their course(s) will not receive a refund. Registrants who purchased the course but did not achieve a passing grade will not receive a refund. The Agents of Change Grievance Policy can be viewed here.

Cancellation Policy: If an Agents of Change Continuing Education course is canceled, a full refund will be provided to all participants.

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