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

Wednesday, May 24, 2023 13:00to16:30

Event Overview

Dates: May 24, 25, 26, 31, June 1, 2, 2023 (6 half-days)
Format:Virtual/Online
Certified trainer: Dr.Mandy Steiman, Clinical Psychologist
Workshop facilitator:Dr. Noémie Hébert-Lalonde, Neuropsychologist
Accreditation:More information coming soon
Price:$1,000 - $1,250 CAD +tax
Language:French

Workshop dates
Date Time
Wednesday, May24, 2023 1 to 4:30 PM EDT
Thursday, May 25, 2023 1 to 4:30 PM EDT
Friday, May 26, 2023 1 to 4:30 PM EDT
Wednesday, May 31, 2023 1 to 4:30 PM EDT
Thursday, June 1, 2023 1 to 4:30 PM EDT
Friday, June 2,2023 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.

About the workshop

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

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

Language
  • This workshop is offered in French
  • An English workshop will be held in April 2023

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

About the trainer

Mandy Steiman,PhD,Psychologist, specializes in the assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorder and associated diagnoses. She received an undergraduate degree at ۲ݮƵ University, and Master of Science and doctoral degrees at the University of Washington in Seattle.

Steiman has held positions at the ۲ݮƵ University 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.

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 fordiagnostic 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.

About the workshop facilitator

Noémie Hébert-Lalonde, PhD, Neuropsychologist, specializes in neurodevelopmental conditions present in children and youngadults.

Hébert-Lalonde obtained her degreefrom the Université de Montréal in 2014. She alsoholds a Certificate in Neuropsychological Assessment and has received advanced training in the use of the gold-standard ADOS-2 in her clinical and research practices.

Workshop fee

Regular Fee: $1,250 CAD +tax

Reduced Fee: $1,000 CAD +tax -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

Note:

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

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

Registration is now open:

For updates and information:

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

Site-specific workshops

To inquire about offering anADOS-2 workshop exclusively for your staff, pleaseacar-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.

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.

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