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

Wednesday, October 12, 2022 13:00to16:30

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Event Overview

Dates: OctoberÌý12-14 and 19-21, 2022 (6 half-days)Ìý
Format:ÌýVirtual/OnlineÌý
Certified trainer: Dr.ÌýMandy Steiman, Clinical Psychologist
Workshop facilitator:ÌýDr. Noémie Hébert-Lalonde, Neuropsychologist
Accreditation: Approved for 17.25 hours of CME credits
Price:Ìý$950 - $1,300 CAD (tax included)
Language:ÌýFrench

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Workshop dates
Date Time
Wednesday, October 12, 2022 1 to 4:30 PM EDT
Thursday, October 13, 2022 1 to 4:30 PM EDT
Friday, October 14, 2022 1 to 4:30 PM EDT
Wednesday, October 19, 2022 1 to 4:30 PM EDT
Thursday, October 20, 2022 1 to 4:30 PM EDT
Friday, October 21, 2022 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.

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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

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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

Dr. Mandy Steiman, Clinical Psychologist,ÌýspecializesÌýin the assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorder and associated diagnoses. She received an undergraduate degree at ƽÌØÎå²»ÖÐ, and Master of Science and doctoral degrees at the University of WashingtonÌýin Seattle.

Dr. Steiman has held positions at the ƽÌØÎå²»ÖÐ 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. At ACAR Clinic, Dr. Steiman contributes to the development and implementation of integrated clinical-research protocols.

Dr. 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 for diagnostic 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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About the workshop facilitator

Dr. Noémie Hébert-Lalonde, Neuropsychologist, specializes in neurodevelopmental conditions present in children and youngÌýadults. She holds a clinical position at the MUHC and a research position at the ACAR Clinic.

Dr. Hébert-Lalonde obtained her degreeÌýfrom the Université de Montréal in 2014. She alsoÌýholds 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.Ìý

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Accreditation

This workshop has been approved for 17.25Ìýhours ofÌýContinuing Medical Education (CME) accreditation by the Office for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) of the ƽÌØÎå²»ÖÐ Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences.

Accreditation ensures participants that the activities in which they take part in meet ƽÌØÎå²»ÖÐ's high educational standards.

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Workshop fee

Regular Fee: $1,300 CAD (tax included)Ìý

Reduced Fee: $950 CAD (tax included)Ìý-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.

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Required materials (not included in workshop fee)
  • Access to an ADOS-2 Manual
  • One ADOS-2 protocol each for: Modules 1, 2, 3, 4 and the Toddler Module

Note: Materials can be in English, French or any of the official ADOS-2 translations.Ìý

acar-training.neuro [at] mcgill.ca (subject: ADOS-2%20Required%20Training%20Materials%20) (Contact us)Ìývia emailÌýat acar-training.neuro [at] mcgill.ca for assistance in obtaining materials or for more information.Ìý

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Registration is complete

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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 about our program

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The Neuro (Montreal Neurological Institute-Hospital)Ìýis a bilingual academic healthcare institution. We are aÌýƽÌØÎå²»ÖÐ research and teaching institute; delivering high-quality patient care, as part of the Neuroscience Mission of the ƽÌØÎå²»ÖÐ Health Centre.ÌýWe areÌýproud to be a Killam Institution, supported by the Killam Trusts.

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