Executive Functions & Their Relevance in Everyday LifeExecutive Functions & Their Relevance in Everyday Life
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120 minutes
6 months
Course Overview
Why are executive functions considered one of the strongest predictors of success in learning and daily life? This evidence-based course introduces students to the fascinating field of executive functions and explains their role in attention, self-regulation, planning, problem-solving, and learning.
It is aimed at professionals in the fields of health and education and combines cognitive neuroscience with practical clinical and educational applications.
You’ll learn how executive functions develop, how impairments affect school, work, and daily life, and how to identify individuals at risk. The course also covers current diagnostic approaches, evidence-based interventions, and practical exercises.
Practical Application
- Support for Children and Adults with Executive Function Difficulties
- Improving Learning and Academic Performance
- Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis
- Treatment Planning and Cognitive Rehabilitation
- Application of Practical Exercises in Everyday Clinical Practice
- Understanding Attention Disorders and Other At-Risk Groups
What You'll Learn Here
- Understand what executive functions are and where they are located in the brain
- Learning About the Various Components of Executive Functions
- Learn how executive functions influence learning, work, and daily life
- Identifying Common Risk Groups and Impairments of Executive Functions
- Understanding Diagnostic Approaches in Clinical Practice
Applying Evidence-Based Strategies to Enhance Executive Functions
Part 1: Introduction & Neuroanatomy
- Introduction to the Topic
- Definition and Localization of Executive Functions
- Knowledge Check
Part 2: Classification of Executive Functions
- Classification of Executive Functions
- Knowledge Check
Part 3: Everyday Life & At-Risk Groups
- Executive Functions in School, at Work, and in Everyday Life
- Understanding Risk Groups
- Knowledge Check
Part 4: Diagnosis & Intervention/Treatment
- Diagnostics
- Support and Therapy
- Current scientific evidence
Part 5: Final Exam
- Final Test
- Physical therapists
- Occupational therapists
- Speech-language pathologists
- Doctors
- Educators
- Nurses

Dr. Phil. Kevin Wingeier
Clinical neuropsychologist at the University Children's Hospital of Zurich and in private practice. Specializes in neuropsychological therapy for cognitive impairments, learning coaching, and interventions for specific learning disabilities (reading, spelling, and math).
This course qualifies participants for continuing education credits from recognized professional associations.
- German Association of Occupational Therapy (DVE): 2 points
- Physio Germany: 2 points
- Umbrella Organization for Advanced Medical, Therapeutic, and Diagnostic Health Professions (MTD): 2 class periods
- Swiss Association of Occupational Therapists (EVS): 2 points
- Physioswiss: 2 points
Certificate
Upon completion, you will automatically receive a personalized certificate as proof of your participation in the training.
Our certificate of participation can also be submitted to professional associations as part of continuing education applications.
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