The Scottish ADOS Consortium

Course information

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The ADOS

The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) is a naturalistic, observational, standardised assessment that plays a key role in the differential diagnosis of autism. The Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network guideline on autism assessment, diagnosis and intervention ('the SIGN Guideline') states that 'a clinical observation / assessment element is an essential part of the diagnostic pathway'. The ADOS is globally recognised as the ‘gold standard’ instrument for this purpose. The ADOS also plays a key role in research as a way to characterise participants comprehensively, accurately and with direct clinical relevance. Lack of ADOS skills is a significant problem leading to long-waiting times for autistic people and their families, and inferior quality of the diagnostic process.

For further up to date and official information on the ADOS, please visit the publisher page here.

The Course

This video outlines what to expect when taking part in a Scottish ADOS Consortium training course.  We recommend that anyone who is considering ADOS training  views this before applying.

 

Video: Introduction to ADOS training
Introduction to Scottish ADOS Consortium training courses