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OverviewÌý

Format: Virtual (Online)
Trainer: Dr.ÌýMandy Steiman, Clinical Psychologist, Certified Trainer
Facilitator:ÌýDr. Noémie Hébert-Lalonde, Neuropsychologist
Dates:ÌýMay 8-10 and 15-17, 2024
Price:Ìý$1,250 CAD + taxes
Language:ÌýFrench

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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.

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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.

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Language

This workshop is offered in French.

An English workshop will take place from April 10-12 and 17-19, 2024.Ìý

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Dates and TimeÌý

May 8-10 and 15-17, 2024 from 1-4:30pm EDT (10-1:30pm PST)

• 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.

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Workshop fee

$1,250 CAD + taxes

• 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.

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Workshop materials

• We ask that participants have access to an ADOS-2 Manual. Materials can be in English, French or any of the official ADOS-2 translations.ÌýPleaseÌýacar-training.neuro [at] mcgill.ca (contact us)Ìýif you require information on how to purchase an ADOS-2 manual.
• Protocols for Modules 1, 2, 3, 4 and the Toddler Module are included in the workshop fee.

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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 Â鶹AV.

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.

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About the workshop facilitator

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

Dr. Hébert-Lalonde obtained her doctoral degree from the Université de Montréal in 2014. She also holds a Certificate in Neuropsychological Assessment and has received advanced training in the use of the ADOS-2 in her clinical and research practices.

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