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

Wednesday, April 12, 2023 13:00to16:30

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Event Overview

Dates: April 12, 13, 14,Ìý19, 20, 21, 2023 (6 half-days)Ìý
Format:ÌýVirtual/OnlineÌý
Certified trainer: Dr.ÌýMandy Steiman, Clinical PsychologistÌý
Accreditation:ÌýMore information coming soon
Price:Ìý$1,000 - $1,250 CAD +tax
Language:ÌýEnglishÌý

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Workshop dates
Date Time
Wednesday, April 12, 2023 1 to 4:30 PM EDT
Thursday, April 13, 2023 1 to 4:30 PM EDT
Friday, April 14, 2023 1 to 4:30 PM EDT
Wednesday, April 19, 2023 1 to 4:30 PM EDT
Thursday, April 20, 2023 1 to 4:30 PM EDT
Friday, April 21, 2023 1 to 4:30 PM EDT

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.Ìý

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About the workshop

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

The online workshop is for professionals who would like to gain additional skills in diagnosing autismÌýusing 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.

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Language
  • This workshop is offered in English
  • A French workshop will be held in May 2023

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Who can attend
  • New and experienced clinicians, researchers, and students who want to use or learn more about the ADOS-2
  • International and Canadian participants are welcome

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About the trainer

Mandy Steiman,ÌýPhD,ÌýPsychologist, specializes in the assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorder and associated diagnoses. She received an undergraduate degree at Ï㽶ÊÓƵ, and Master of Science and doctoral degrees at the University of Washington in Seattle.

Steiman has held positions at the Ï㽶ÊÓƵ Health Centre since 2006, working with complex and diverse clinical populations and leading multi-disciplinary teams. For over 15 years, she has served as a clinical site leader for numerous multi-site and longitudinal research studies.Ìý

Steiman trains students and professionals from a wide range of disciplines in diagnostic assessment for both research and clinical purposes. She is a certified trainer forÌýdiagnostic tools, including 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.

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Workshop fee

Regular Fee: $1,250 CAD +tax

Reduced Fee: $1,000 CAD +tax -ÌýThe 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

Note:

  • Early registration is encouraged as spaces are limited.
  • Your spot is secured upon completing registrationÌýand payment.
  • We reserve the right to cancel workshops in the case of insufficient attendance.

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Workshop materialsÌý
  • We ask that participants have accessÌýto an ADOS-2 Manual. Materials can be in English, French or any of the official ADOS-2 translations.
  • Protocols forÌýModules 1, 2, 3, 4 and the Toddler Module are included in the workshop fee.Ìý

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Registration is now open:

For updates and information:

Questions? Contact us at acar-training.neuro [at] mcgill.ca

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Site-specific workshops

To inquire about offering anÌýADOS-2 workshop exclusively for your staff, pleaseÌýacar-training.neuro [at] mcgill.ca (subject: Site-specific%20ADOS-2%20workshop%20request) (contact us). Note that we can accommodate a small number of requests, and those from our network are prioritized.

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Building a community of shared expertise

The Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) Clinic hosts ADOS-2 training workshops as part of its Clinical Capacity Building Program – the first of its kind in Quebec.

Its annual professional development opportunities help to enhance the skills of autism professionals and build a community of shared learning, support and expertise.

Learn more

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The Neuro (Montreal Neurological Institute-Hospital)Ìýis a bilingual academic healthcare institution. We are aÌýMcGill research and teaching institute; delivering high-quality patient care, as part of the Neuroscience Mission of the Ï㽶ÊÓƵ Health Centre.ÌýWe areÌýproud to be a Killam Institution, supported by the Killam Trusts.

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