Executive Functions & Their Relevance in Everyday Life

This course teaches you the basics of executive functions, including their relevance in everyday life.
Kevin Wingeier, Ph.D.
4.6/5
Course Overview: Executive Functions

CHF 128

Course Information:

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.

  • 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
  • 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

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.

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.

Overall Course Rating

Comments

Katja Jolanda on January 7, 2026
Sustainable
I am grateful for the modern way knowledge is made available. The knowledge quizzes are also engaging and perfectly capture the content.
Kirsten on December 28, 2025
Interesting and well-presented
The course covers interesting topics that are explained in a clear and understandable way. I would have liked a little more information and ideas for secondary schools. However, thanks to the materials and suggestions, I can work on this on my own through "self-study." I think the list of different games is great. Overall, participating in the course was very beneficial—thank you very much!
Bettina on December 11, 2024
Very satisfied with the course
The many practical examples make it easier to understand the theoretical material. Thank you for the varied presentation of the course content and the helpful review provided by the short quizzes.
Corinne on June 24, 2024
Complex topics presented in a clear and entertaining way
A complex topic is presented in a simple, varied, and entertaining way. The diverse range of teaching methods and the clear practical application—always grounded in the available scientific evidence—make learning a very enjoyable and entertaining experience. Thank you all!
Karin-Maria on May 30, 2024
A great deal of technical content
Thank you very much for this wonderful opportunity

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