From the category archives:

General Announcement

Virtual ADHD Conference

by admin on August 24, 2010

The ACO is an official association partner of this event. Register from our links and the ACO gets a little benefit. This event is for everyone affected by ADHD, including adults, parents, spouses, and professionals who serve the ADHD population. Connect to information about the three-day virtual event here.

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Coach Credentialing News from IAAC

by admin on July 28, 2010

Credentialing News: From The Institute for the Advancement of ADHD Coaching
The Institute for the Advancement of ADHD Coaching (IAAC) successfully launched the first global credentialing process in 2009 and we continue to work to support coaches who are dedicated to working with ADHD clients.
In 2010, IAAC is taking The Institute and ADHD credentialing to the [...]

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IAAC Credential – Part II – Mentor Coaching

by Editor on February 2, 2010

Mentor Coaching is required for the SCAC Path 2 Credential.
What does that entail and who should I contact for my mentoring?
The focus of Mentor Coaching is to increase the individual’s coaching skills based on upholding IAAC Core Competencies and Code of Ethics, with a clear knowledge and understanding of the difference between coaching/mentoring/therapy/teaching and consulting. [...]

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CHADD RFP’s are Due

by Editor on January 28, 2010

RFPs for CHADD’s national conference are due January 31
You have a few hours to get yours in for the fall conference November 10-13,  in Atlanta, Georgia.
There is also information on the site about submitting for a poster session or something they call “Innovative Programs”
Check the CHADD website for the online form to submit.

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Part I in a Q & A from IAAC
These two articles will go into more depth about training requirements and includes other questions that are frequently asked about the subject.
What Training is Recognized by the IAAC for
an AD/HD Coaching Credential?
In a previous article about the Institute for the Advancement of AD/HD Coaching (IAAC) Credential training [...]

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Insurance for ACO Members?

by Editor on January 27, 2010

Coaches Options for Health Insurance
Self-employed coaches are often challenged to find independently provided medical insurance that is both good and affordable. Last Fall the ACO received a few inquiries on this topic, so we went to work to explore the feasibility of the ACO providing our members with an affordable medical insurance group plan.
During our [...]

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Does any degree or certificate meet the training requirements for an IAAC ADHD coaching credential?
Question:
I have a master’s degree and am certified to teach special education. Many of my students have ADHD and I find that I like working with this group of individuals. ADHD Coach training seems to be a natural complement to [...]

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