Tenders Are Invited For Development And Delivery Of A Training Program On Understanding Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (Adhd) And Intervention Strategies

Tenders are invited for Terms of Reference for the Development and Delivery of a Training Program on Understanding Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (Adhd) and Intervention Strategies The training aims to enhance the knowledge and skills of specialists working in community centers supervised by the Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) program. It focuses on understanding Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), recognizing its manifestations and its functional, educational, and behavioral impacts, and applying practical strategies to support children across various environments. The training covers the following topics: Introduction to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): Defining ADHD and understanding its nature. Understanding the disorders key patterns and manifestations: inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Recognizing the various manifestations of the disorder based on the childs age and environment. Correcting common misconceptions and myths surrounding the disorder. Understanding the impact of the disorder on the childs life, their family, and their participation in school and the community. Recognizing ADHD Indicators and Initial Assessment: Identifying signs and indicators observable during sessions, at centers, at school, and at home. Distinguishing between ADHD-related behaviors and behaviors associated with age and developmental stages. Understanding the manifestation of difficulties across multiple environments and their impact on the childs functional performance. Familiarizing participants with tools and methods for observation and information gathering from the child, family, and school. Understanding the specialists role in early identification and referral, and distinguishing this role from specialized diagnosis. Identifying referral pathways and the process for specialized assessment when needed. ADHD and Co-occurring Challenges: Understanding the relationship between ADHD and educational/academic difficulties. Identifying challenges related to executive functions, including planning, organization, time management, and working memory. Understanding difficulties with emotional regulation and impulse control. Recognizing conditions that may co-occur with or mimic ADHD symptoms, and the importance of specialized assessment and diagnosis. Understanding the behavior of a child diagnosed with ADHD: Analyzing behavior and understanding the factors that trigger or perpetuate it. Understanding the relationship between attention, impulsivity, hyperactivity, and behavior. Distinguishing between an inability to perform a required behavior and a lack of willingness to do so. Identifying triggers and environmental factors that may exacerbate or alleviate challenges. Using observation and data collection to understand behavioral patterns. Practical strategies to support attention and self-regulation. Behavior management and positive behavior support. Intervention strategies for sessions and the educational environment. Collaboration with families and schools. Developing an individualized action plan for the child. Scope and Methodology: The trainer or training organization is expected to: Develop a comprehensive training curriculum covering the key topics outlined in the objectives and focus areas, in collaboration with the Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) program team and using a participatory approach based on participants needs and the nature of their work. Conduct training sessions for participants in accordance with the agreed-upon curriculum and plan. Adopting an interactive training methodology that combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, focusing on skills participants can immediately apply in their work with children. Utilizing real-life and local case studies and scenarios, practical exercises, role-playing, group discussions, and other interactive learning techniques. Training participants to analyze actual or hypothetical cases of children with ADHD and to identify needs, priorities, and appropriate intervention strategies. Training participants to develop individualized support plans that include clear goals, strategies, and follow-up mechanisms. Linking training content to the participants actual work in community centers and their interactions with children and families. Providing practical tools and templatessuch as those for observation, follow-up, and intervention planningthat can be used after the training concludes. Assessing the trainings impact on participants knowledge and skills through pre- and post-training evaluations, as well as evaluating the overall benefit derived from the training. Service Location: Bethlehem [Disclaimer: The above text is machine translated. For accurate information kindly refer the original document.] Tender Link : https://www.jobs.ps/en/tenders/106-16299.html