Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition (ADOS-2) – Introductory Online Workshop

Overview

Format: Virtual (Online) 

Trainer: Dr. Mandy Steiman, Clinical Psychologist, Certified Trainer 

Dates: April 10-12 and 17-19, 2024 

Price(s): $1,150-1,250 CAD + taxes 

Language: English

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About the workshop

The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule - Second Edition (ADOS-2) is a widely used standardized assessment tool for diagnostic assessments of autism.

The online workshop is for professionals who would like to gain additional skills in diagnosing autism using the ADOS-2 across ages, developmental levels and language skills.

It covers modules 1, 2, 3 and 4 as well as the Toddler module, and includes discussion about:

• the use of the ADOS-2 in making a clinical diagnosis
• administration, scoring, and use of ADOS-2 algorithms
• issues related to differential diagnosis, diagnosis in context, complex clinical situations, and report writing
• current research on ADOS-2

What is unique about our ADOS-2 workshops?

• Workshops are kept small to allow for discussion and questions
• Our team has extensive experience with a wide range of ages and populations, including working with linguistically and culturally diverse populations, and we bring this experience to all our workshops
• We believe that the context in which diagnostic tools are used is important - we welcome discussion about attendees’ own clinical or research context so we can offer advice on best practices and helpful adaptations
• All workshops are led by certified trainers

Language

• This workshop is offered in English
• A French workshop will take place May 8-10 and 15-17, 2024

Dates and Time

April 10-12 and 17-19, 2024 from 1:00 to 4:30 p.m. EDT (10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. PDT)

• This online workshop is offered over 6 half-days, and is equivalent to the in-person ADOS-2 Introductory Workshop offered over 3 full days
• Participants must attend all sessions

Workshop fee

Regular fee: $1,250 CAD + taxes

Reduced fee: $1,150 CAD + taxes (The reduced fee applies to students; clinicians in the public healthcare system or the public school system in Canada; all participants from low-income or middle-income countries)

• Early registration is encouraged as spaces are limited
• After completing the registration form, information on submitting payment will be sent to you
• Your spot is secured upon completing both registration and payment
• We reserve the right to cancel workshops in the case of insufficient attendance

Workshop materials

• We ask that participants have access to an ADOS-2 Manual, as well as protocols for Modules 1, 2, 3, 4 and the Toddler Module
• Materials can be in English, French or any of the official ADOS-2 translations
• Please contact us if you require information on how to purchase an ADOS-2 manual

About the trainer

Mandy Steiman, PhD, is a clinical psychologist specializing in the assessment of autism and associated diagnoses. She holds at position at the Douglas Mental Health University Institute, which is affiliated with McGill University.

Her experience includes serving as a senior psychologist at tertiary care diagnostic clinics and as clinical site leader for multi-site and longitudinal research studies, as well as contributing to the development and implementation of integrated clinical-research protocols.

Dr. Steiman trains students and professionals in diagnostic assessment for research and clinical purposes and is a certified trainer the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule – Second Edition (ADOS-2) and the Autism Diagnostic Interview – Revised (ADI-R). Her goal is to train professionals to provide high quality, evidence-based care while employing an empathic and collaborative approach with patients and their families.

Contact

Nadia (Konstandina) Bakopanos, Coordinator

Transforming Autism Care Consortium (TACC)

Email: trainingndd@mcgill.ca

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