Overview of ADOS
The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) is a uniform observation to assess behaviors related to Autism Spectrum Disorders. Designed by Catherine Lord, Ph.D., and her colleagues, the ADOS provides standardized information about the diagnoses of Autism Spectrum Disorders in social behavior, speech/vocalizations, and gestures. The ADOS utilizes a semi-structured assessment of communication, social interaction, and imaginative play for individuals who may have Autism Spectrum Disorders. These structured activities provide a context in which social interactions, communications, and other behaviors relevant to Autism Spectrum Disorders can be observed.
The ADOS is used by professionals who are familiar with Autism Spectrum Disorders and knowledgeable of working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders as well as experienced in clinical assessments. The ADOS has been given by clinical psychologists, school psychologists, speech/language pathologists, psychiatrists, pediatricians, social workers, graduate students, and other Autism specialists.
Clinicians and researchers interested in using the ADOS for clinical or research purposes begin their preparation by attending the ADOS Training Workshops.
ADOS Introductory Training Workshop for Clinicians
The ADOS Introductory Training Workshop is intended for clinicians interested in using the ADOS in clinical practice and is also a first step for researchers in the process of establishing reliability in the assessment. The workshop uses a mixture of large group lecture, demonstrations, and a live administration of the evaluation to introduce the basic principles of administrating and scoring the ADOS.
Dates: Monday AND Tuesday, July 18 and 19, 2011
Location: Schwartz Lecture Hall F, NYU Langone Medical Center, 550 First Avenue
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Prerequisites: None
Training Fees: $425 for the complete two-day course
Discounts are available for NYU Langone Medical Center faculty, staff, and trainees.
Registration
Registration for the July 2011 ADOS Introductory Training Workshop is currently closed.
ADOS Advanced Training Workshop for Researchers
The ADOS Advanced Training Workshop prepares researchers to use the ADOS for research purposes. This training involves instruction on the psychometrics of the ADOS instruction and discussion about specific administration and coding. Completing this course is a step towards obtaining reliability on the ADOS.
Dates: Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, July 20 to the 22, 2011
Location: NYU Child Study Center, 577 First Avenue
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Prerequisites: ADOS Introductory Training
Training Fees: $2,000 for the complete three-day course
Discounts are available for NYU Langone Medical Center faculty, staff, and trainees.
Registration
Due to the space limit allowed for this workshop, registration for the 2011 ADOS Advanced Training Workshop for Researchers is closed.
