Exekutive Funktionen und deren Relevanz im AlltagExekutive Funktionen und deren Relevanz im Alltag
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- 6 months access
- Certificate included
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- Self-paced online learning
€ 154
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120 Minuten
6 months
Course Overview
Why are executive functions considered one of the strongest predictors of success in learning and everyday life?
This evidence-based course introduces the fascinating field of executive functions and explains their role in attention, self-regulation, planning, problem-solving, and learning. Designed for healthcare and education professionals, it connects cognitive neuroscience with practical clinical and educational applications.
You’ll explore how executive functions develop, how impairments affect school, work, and daily living, and how to identify individuals at risk. The course also covers current diagnostic approaches, evidence-based interventions, and practical exercises that can be integrated into therapy and educational settings.
Practical Application
- Supporting children and adults with executive function difficulties
- Improving learning and school performance
- Clinical assessment and diagnosis
- Therapy planning and cognitive rehabilitation
- Applying practical exercises in everyday clinical practice
- Understanding attention deficit disorders and other risk groups
What you will learn
- Understand what executive functions are and where they are located in the brain
- Explore the different components of executive functioning
- Learn how executive functions influence learning, work, and everyday life
- Identify common risk groups and executive function impairments
- Understand diagnostic approaches used in clinical practice
- Apply evidence-based strategies to support executive functioning
Course Content
Part 1: Introduction & Neuroanatomy
- Introduction to the Topic
- Definition and Localisation of Executive Functions
- Knowledge Check
Part 2: Classification of Executive Functions
- Classification of Executive Functions
- Knowledge Check
Part 3: Everyday Life & Risk Groups
- Executive Functions in School, Work and Everyday Life
- Understanding Risk Groups
- Knowledge Check
Part 4: Diagnostics & Support/Therapy
- Diagnostics
- Support and Therapy
- Current Scientific Evidence
Part 5: Final Assessment
- Final Test
Target Audience
- Physiotherapists
- Occupational Therapists
- Speech Therapists
- Physicians
- Teachers and Educators
- Speech and Language Therapists
- Nursing Professionals
Meet the Instructor

Dr. Phil. Kevin Wingeier
Dr. Kevin Wingeier is a clinical neuropsychologist working at the University Children's Hospital Zurich and in private practice. He specialises in neuropsychological therapy for cognitive impairments, learning coaching, and interventions for specific learning disorders, including reading, spelling, and mathematics. Through his clinical work, research, and educational lectures for professionals and parents, he brings extensive expertise in executive functions and their practical application in assessment and therapy.
Continuing Education Credits & Certificate
This course qualifies for continuing education credits from recognized professional associations.
- German Association of Occupational Therapists (DVE): 2 points
- German Association of Physiotherapists (ZVK): 2 points
- Umbrella Organization of Medical-Technical Services (MTD): 2 teaching units
- Ergoverband Switzerland (EVS): 2 points
- Physioswiss: 2 points
- Pediatrics Switzerland: 2 CME credits
Certificate
After successfully completing the course, you will automatically receive a personalised certificate that can be used as proof of your continuing professional education.
The certificate of participation may also be submitted to professional associations as part of CPD and continuing education requirements.
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