ADOS-2 Introductory Training

The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition (ADOS-2) is an observational tool used to aid in the assessment and diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) across ages, developmental levels, and language skills.

Description

This ADOS-2 introductory/clinical training will use a lecture format and video demonstrations to introduce the basic principles of administering and scoring ADOS-2 Modules and provide an essential step toward competence in using the ADOS-2 as a part clinical assessment and/or for research purposes. Learners will complete the course with a fundamental understanding of the ADOS-2 Modules, in addition to experience observing and scoring assessments with the support of a certified trainer.

This training is necessary for anyone planning to use the ADOS-2 in clinical or school settings and serves as a prerequisite for more thorough training required to obtain research reliability in order to use the ADOS-2 for research purposes. The goals of this workshop are to provide a detailed overview of the ADOS-2, its development, its psychometric properties, and appropriate use and interpretation.

The target audience for this training is clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, pediatricians, speech-language pathologists, school psychologists, social workers, behavior analysts, and other clinicians/researchers working in ASD assessment.

Continuing Education credits

CE credits are not offered for these trainings.

Prerequisites

Trainees will have a Bachelor’s degree or higher and prior training in and experience with diagnostic assessment of neurodevelopmental disorders, including ASD. Trainees should also have access to an ADOS-2 manual to reference during the training and should review the provided pre-course materials prior to attending.

ADOS-2 kits, manuals and protocols are available through Western Psychological Services or by phone at 1-800-648-8857. Educational discounts on ADOS-2 materials are available for research use and use in training.

Format

This training is offered by Online Webinar or Live In-person. The training is 3 days, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with breaks. The first 2 days cover ADOS-2 Modules 1 through 4. The 3rd optional day covers the ADOS-2 Toddler Module.

Options and Schedule

Online Training

  • 2 Days: Modules 1 through 4: July 9 - 10, 2025, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Central Time
  • Optional 3rd Day: Toddler Module: July 11, 2025, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Central Time

Location: Zoom Webinar

Cost:Cost varies based on whether you are attending the 2-day or 3-day training.

  • 2-day training: $600
  • 3-day training: $900

In-person Training

  • 2 Days: Modules 1 through 4: August 27 and 28, 2025, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Central Time
  • Optional 3rd Day: Toddler Module: August 29, 2025, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Central Time

Location: KU Clinical Research Center, 4350 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205

Cost: Cost varies based on your affiliation and whether you are attending the 2-day or 3-day training.

  • 2-day training for KU-Lawrence affiliates: $398
  • 3-day training for KU-Lawrence affiliates: $564
  • 2-day training for affiliates of other academic institutions or non-profits: $609
  • 3-day training for affiliates of other academic institutions or non-profits: $863
  • 2-day training for all others: $1194
  • 3-day training for all others: $1692

Purchase

ADOS-2 Clinical Introductory Training - Online - July 9 - 11, 2025
ADOS-2 Clinical Introductory Training - In Person - August 27 - 29 2025