Description:
The ADOS-2 focuses on the application of assessment methods as it is a standardized and semi-structured assessment of communication, social interaction, play, or the imaginative use of materials for people suspected of having an autism spectrum disorder.
The course consists of a workshop that provide trainees with an introduction to the ADOS-2, including its development and role within the diagnostic process. Trainees will be exposed to its modular framework, and will receive instruction on how to administer each task on each module, and considerations for scoring. Videos of administrations will be used to show trainees the modules and tasks in action, and then discuss the resulting behaviours.
This training is suitable for professionals with a background in autism and formal testing, including psychologists.
This is an introductory program for all mental health professionals.
Learning Objectives:
Explain Use of the ADOS-2
Explain the administration of modules 3 and 4
Revise Module 3/4 codes
Apply the coding explained on the watched videos
Discuss coding results and review administration of modules 3 and 4
Discuss scoring issues; Wrap up discussion
Explain the administration of modules 1 and 2
Discuss the administration of modules 1 and 2
Demonstrate ADOS-2 modules 1 and 2 administration with videos as an example
Revise scoring from Module 1 or 2
Apply the coding explained on the watched videos
Discuss Module 1/2 administration and scoring
Discuss psychometrics and Appropriate use of the ADOS-2
Describe clinical Diagnosis of ASD in Toddlers
Explain the administration and coding of the Toddler module
Demonstrate ADOS-2 Toddler module administration with videos as an example
Apply the coding explained on the watched videos
Discuss Toddler Module administration and scoring
Discuss psychometrics and use of Toddler Module
Revise scoring from live administration
About the Presenter:
Sarah Dufek, PhD, BCBA-D is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology in Psychiatry at the University of California, Davis. She is a licensed psychologist and board-certified behavior analyst with expertise in the assessment and treatment of ASD across the lifespan. She has been working with children, adolescents, and adults with ASD and related developmental disabilities in clinical and research contexts since 2000. During her postdoctoral training and subsequent faculty appointment at Weill Cornell Medical College, she received comprehensive training in the assessment and diagnosis of ASD and related conditions. She became a trainer for both the Autism Diagnostic Interview- Revised (ADI-R) and the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2) in 2014.
Location:
Live Webinar (via Zoom)
August 15 to 17, 2023
8:00am to 4:30pm PT
Credits:
20 CE credits
Cancellation Policy:
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ADA Assistance:
This program adheres to the standards of the Americans Disabilities Act. Please contact courses@lincolnpsychology.org if special accommodation is required.
Conflict of Interest:
There is no known commercial interest or conflict of interest for this program.
The CE Company is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The CE Company maintains responsibility for this program and its content
