Assured Certificate in ADHD Coaching
Gain the skills, confidence and practical experience to begin your journey as a qualified ADHD coach.
Accredited by the Universal Coaching Alliance and
Association for Coaching, and quality assured by ILM
- Accredited by the Universal Coaching Alliance and the Association for Coaching
Course overview
A structured and supportive programme designed to help you build confidence, develop practical skills and begin your journey as an ADHD coach.
12-week programme
A clear and supportive learning journey
Designed to build confidence and capability step by step
Live online learning
Weekly interactive Zoom sessions
Learn alongside a focused, supportive cohort
60 hours of training
A blend of live learning and guided self-study
Includes coaching practice with real clients
Small group experience
Limited to 12 participants
Ensuring depth, connection and personalised support
Who this course is for
Whether you’re starting out or building on existing experience, this course is designed to support a wide range of professionals. Still weighing up the career? Read our guide on how to become an ADHD coach in the UK.
This course is designed for:
- Those who are new to coaching and want to get started
- Coaches looking to specialise in ADHD and neurodiversity
- Practitioners from therapy, education or support backgrounds
- Those considering a meaningful career change
- People who want practical tools and real coaching experience
- Those looking for a recognised, accredited qualification
- Individuals who value a supportive, professional learning environment
- Those ready to build confidence and begin working with clients
How this programme develops your practice
This course is designed to take you from learning the fundamentals of coaching to confidently working with ADHD clients in real-world settings.
Build your foundations
Develop your skills
Apply in practice
Grow your confidence
Develop your skills
Apply in practice
Grow your confidence
What you’ll learn
A structured programme designed to build your knowledge, practical coaching skills and confidence working with ADHD clients.
Module 2
(7 sessions)
Coaching skills, models and applied practice
- Apply coaching models such as GROW
- Develop core skills: questioning, listening and rapport
- Work with goals, values, strengths and barriers
- Explore cognitive distortions, resilience and self-coaching
- Understand executive function, focus and emotional regulation
- Practice using real case studies and coaching scenarios
- Integrate cognitive behavioural coaching approaches
Module 1
(2 sessions)
Foundations of ADHD coaching
- Understand ADHD and neurodivergence in a coaching context
- Recognise common traits, patterns and client experiences
- Explore the impact on coaching relationships
- Learn how to effectively support ADHD clients
Module 2
(7 sessions)
Coaching skills, models and applied practice
- Apply coaching models such as GROW
- Develop core skills: questioning, listening and rapport
- Work with goals, values, strengths and barriers
- Explore cognitive distortions, resilience and self-coaching
- Understand executive function, focus and emotional regulation
- Practice using real case studies and coaching scenarios
- Integrate cognitive behavioural coaching approaches
Module 3
(3 sessions)
Professional practice and development
- Structure and deliver effective coaching programmes
- Understand ethics, boundaries and professional standards
- Learn how to build a coaching practice and network
- Explore supervision, reflection and ongoing development
- Develop your coaching identity and professional approach
Module 3
(3 sessions)
Professional practice and development
- Structure and deliver effective coaching programmes
- Understand ethics, boundaries and professional standards
- Learn how to build a coaching practice and network
- Explore supervision, reflection and ongoing development
- Develop your coaching identity and professional approach
How the programme works
Blending live learning, practical experience and reflection to support your development as a confident ADHD coach.
Live learning
- 12 weekly sessions
- Choice of weekday and weekend cohorts
- Interactive, tutor-led sessions via Zoom
Self study
- 24 hours of guided learning
- Delivered via our learning hub platform
- Designed to reinforce and deepen your practice
Coaching practice
- 12 hours working with two practice clients
- Apply your learning in real coaching scenarios
- Reflective logs to support your development
Supervision
- 1 hour of individual supervision
- 1 hour of group supervision
- Integrated into the final stage of the programme
Professional development
- Develop your coaching identity and approach
- Build confidence in your coaching style
- Lay strong foundations for your ongoing practice
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
Dual accredited and quality assured coach training
Our Assured Certificate in ADHD Coaching is accredited by the Association for Coaching and the Universal Coaching Alliance, and quality assured by ILM.
Together, these recognitions give learners confidence that the course is grounded in recognised coaching standards, ethical practice and a professionally managed learning experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Assured Certificate in ADHD Coaching cost?
The course is £1,650 + VAT. There’s no upfront payment: you reserve your place by choosing a cohort, and we send an invoice separately.
How long does the course take?
Twelve weeks. You join one live tutor-led session each week on Zoom, complete guided self-study between sessions, coach two practice clients and take part in individual and group supervision towards the end of the course.
Do I need coaching experience to join?
No. The course is designed for people who are new to coaching as well as coaches who want to specialise in ADHD and practitioners from therapy, education or support backgrounds.
Is the course online?
Yes. All teaching is live and online, with weekday and weekend cohorts to choose from. Each cohort has a maximum of 12 people.
Is this a recognised ADHD coaching qualification?
Yes. The Assured Certificate in ADHD Coaching is accredited by the Association for Coaching and the Universal Coaching Alliance, and quality assured by ILM.
What support do I get after the course?
You receive three free group supervision sessions a year for two years, one year’s membership with professional coaching bodies and access to our coach community and directory. Many graduates go on to the Diploma in Neurodiversity Coaching.
Do I need to have ADHD to become an ADHD coach?
No. Some of our learners have ADHD and some don’t. The course focuses on coaching skills and an ADHD-informed understanding of how each person works.
What our students say
Hear from coaches who have completed training with Barrett Coaching and Training and gone on to develop their practice.
“This training completely changed my career path. I went from feeling unsure to feeling confident and equipped to work with ADHD clients.
What stood out most was how genuinely neuro-affirming the experience felt, and how much it deepened my own understanding of ADHD.”
I finished the course feeling confident, capable, and excited about the work I’m now doing with clients.”
- Sarah L.
ADHD Coaching Certificate Graduate
Trusted by hundreds of coaches across the UK
Pricing and enrolment
Secure your place on an upcoming cohort and begin your journey as an ADHD coach.
Assured Certificate in ADHD Coaching
£1650 + VAT
A comprehensive, practice-based qualification designed to give you the skills, confidence and experience to start coaching clients with ADHD.
What's included:
- 12 live, tutor-led sessions (60 hours total study)
- 24 hours of guided self-study
- 12 hours of coaching with two practice clients
- Dual-accredited training (Association for Coaching & UCA)
- Individual and group supervision
- 3 free group supervision sessions per year (for 2 years)
- 1 year’s membership with professional coaching bodies
- Access to our coach community and directory
- Reserve your place today with no upfront payment
Once you select your cohort and complete your details, your place will be secured and an invoice will be issued separately.
Limited to 12 participants per cohort to ensure a high-quality, supportive learning experience.