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Can a 504 Plan include technology tools for ADHD support? 

PostedSeptember 29, 2025
UpdatedSeptember 29, 2025
ByMy Patient Advice

Yes. Many 504 Plans include ADHD 504 technology tools to help students stay organised, focused, and engaged. These tools range from basic digital reminders to more advanced assistive technology, depending on the student’s specific challenges and learning style. 

Technology can offer flexible and customisable solutions that traditional strategies may not. With the right classroom support, digital tools can help reduce distractions, manage tasks, and promote independence. 

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Common Technology Tools in 504 Plans 

Here are examples of digital aids commonly included in 504 Plans for students with ADHD: 

Task management apps  

Apps like Todoist or Google Keep support organisation and help break tasks into smaller, manageable steps. 

Visual timers and alarms  

Time-tracking tools help students stay on pace during lessons, tests, or homework sessions. 

Speech-to-text software  

These tools allow students to express ideas verbally, reducing stress around writing and improving output. 

Audiobooks or text-to-speech readers  

Reading support tools make long texts more accessible and reduce cognitive overload. 

In conclusion, including ADHD 504 technology tools in a support plan ensures students have access to modern, effective resources that meet their unique needs and improve everyday classroom functioning.  

Visit providers like ADHD Certify for personal consultations and expert guidance tailored to your unique situation. 

For a deeper dive into the science, diagnosis, and full treatment landscape, read our complete guide to Classroom accommodations for ADHD.

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Avery Lombardi, MSc, author for my patient advice - mypatientadvice.co.uk

Avery Lombardi, MSc

Author

Avery Lombardi is a clinical psychologist with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology and a Bachelor’s in Psychology. She has professional experience in psychological assessment, evidence-based therapy, and research, working with both child and adult populations. Avery has provided clinical services in hospital, educational, and community settings, delivering interventions such as CBT, DBT, and tailored treatment plans for conditions including anxiety, depression, and developmental disorders. She has also contributed to research on self-stigma, self-esteem, and medication adherence in psychotic patients, and has created educational content on ADHD, treatment options, and daily coping strategies.

All qualifications and professional experience stated above are authentic and verified by our editorial team. However, pseudonym and image likeness are used to protect the author's privacy. 

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS, author and a reviewer for my patient advice - mypatientadvice.co.uk

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS

Reviewer

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez is a UK-trained physician with an MBBS and experience in general surgery, cardiology, internal medicine, gynecology, intensive care, and emergency medicine. She has managed critically ill patients, stabilised acute trauma cases, and provided comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care. In psychiatry, Dr. Fernandez has worked with psychotic, mood, anxiety, and substance use disorders, applying evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based therapies. Her skills span patient assessment, treatment planning, and the integration of digital health solutions to support mental well-being.

All qualifications and professional experience stated above are authentic and verified by our editorial team. However, pseudonym and image likeness are used to protect the reviewer's privacy. 

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