Sponsored by Indiana Resource Center for Autism & Indiana Psychological Association
The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition (ADOS-2) is a well-validated, widely used direct observation tool for diagnosing autism spectrum disorders (ASD). This workshop will outline the administration of the four main modules (toddler module excluded) and provide video demonstrations to discuss scoring criteria in detail. Attendees should have clinical experience with ASD and other neurodevelopmental disorders, as well as prior assessment training and experience. To ensure reliable clinical or research use, attendees are encouraged to practice extensively with the ADOS-2 following the workshop.
Participants must bring their own ADOS-2 protocols (Modules 1-4) to the training to score the ADOS-2 during video demonstrations and engage in scoring discussions. Protocols can be purchased through Western Psychological Services. Participants may also find it helpful, though not essential, to bring an ADOS-2 manual for reference.
Only 50 slots are available, and participation is based on a first-come, first-served basis.
At the conclusion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
This workshop is intended for professionals, such as school/clinical psychologists and speech language pathologists, involved in diagnosing autism spectrum disorders in children or adults. Please note that this program does not provide advanced training for those using the ADOS-2 for research purposes.
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The presenters were highly competent and enthusiastic. The training was very informative, thorough, and helpful. Thank you so much for all the hard work and patience with answering and explaining the ADOS-2 to us.
ADOS-2 Training participant, April 2023
Rebecca McNally Keehn, Ph.D., HSPP
Dr. Becca McNally is a licensed clinical psychologist and Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Indiana University School of Medicine where she co-directs Indiana’s Early Autism Evaluation Hub System, a statewide network focused on lowering the age of autism diagnosis and improving access to diagnostic and intervention services for toddlers at risk for autism. She is an expert in the assessment of individuals with autism spectrum disorder and related neurodevelopmental disabilities and a Certified Independent ADOS-2 Trainer. Dr. McNally has nearly two decades of experience in clinical and research use of the ADOS-2, as well as in training interdisciplinary clinicians and researchers in autism evaluation.
Noha Minshawi, Ph.D., HSPP
Dr. Noha Minshawi is a licensed clinical psychologist and a certified independent ADOS-2 trainer. She has been on the faculty of Indiana University School of Medicine since 2007. Her clinical practice is focused on Applied Behavior Analysis and behavioral interventions for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), as well as the assessment and diagnosis of ASD and other childhood disorders. Dr. Minshawi provides parent training in individually designed behavioral interventions, as well as training for students and professionals on the behavioral assessment, diagnosis and treatment of ASD.
Certificates of Attendance for 11.75 instructional hours will be available at no charge and can be used for:
* Category 1 Continuing Education Credits will be available pending approval by the Indiana Psychological Association (IPA), who is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Indiana Psychological Association maintains responsibility for this program and its content. IPA is approved by the Indiana State Psychology Board and Indiana Behavioral Health Board to provide Category 1 continuing education for psychologists, LSW, LCSW, LMFT, LMHC, LMFTA, LCAC and LAC. Licensees must judge the program’s relevance to their professional practice.
APA rules require that credit be given only to those who attend the entire two-day workshop and complete evaluations for each individual session. Those arriving to the workshop more than 15 minutes after the scheduled start time or leaving early will not receive CE credits. Partial credit cannot be given. Attendance will be taken.
If you have questions about the workshop content, please contact us at irca@iu.edu. All registration payment questions should be directed to IU Conferences at iuconfs@iu.edu or 800-933-9330.
The Indiana Institute on Disability and Community is committed to providing equal access to this event for all participants. If you have questions about accessibility or have a request for alternative formats or other accommodations, please contact IRCA at irca@indiana.edu or 812-855-6508. The deadline for accommodation requests for this workshop is April 23, 2025.
2810 E Discovery Parkway
Bloomington IN 47408 812-856-4722
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Center Director: Rebecca S. Martínez, Ph.D., HSPP
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