Executive functions and their relevance in everyday life€ 154
Executive functions and their relevance in everyday life
This course teaches you the basics of executive functions, including their relevance in everyday life.
- Instructor:
Dr. phil. Kevin Wingeier
- Rating:
4.6/5
- 6 months access
- Certificate included
- Downloadable handout
- Self-paced online learning
€ 154
Course Details:
- Learning Time:
- Access Period:
120 minutes
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
- Physical therapists
- 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.
Overall rating of the course
Comments
Katja Jolanda on January 7, 2026
Sustainable
I am grateful for the modern provision of knowledge. The knowledge queries are also attractively designed and perfectly capture the content.
Kirsten on December 28, 2025
Interesting and well presented
The course covers interesting topics that are presented in a clear and understandable way. I would have liked to see a little more information and ideas for secondary schools. However, the materials and suggestions provided allow me to work on this myself 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 11.12.2024
Very satisfied with the course
The many practical examples make it easier to understand the theoretical content. Thank you for the varied presentation of the learning content and the good repetitions through the small knowledge checks.
Corinne on 24.06.2024
Sophisticated content presented in a clear and entertaining way
A complex topic is taught in a simple, varied and entertaining way. The diverse methods used and the clear practical relevance - always taking into account the available scientific evidence - make learning very enjoyable and entertaining. Thank you!
Karin-Maria on 30.05.2024
A lot of specialist content
Many thanks for the great opportunity
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