The document outlines the schedule for a two-day training on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) assessment fundamentals and co-occurring conditions. Day 1 includes an overview of ASD and the diagnostic process, with presentations of parent interviews and child assessments through video cases and small group activities. Day 2 focuses on comorbidity, differential diagnosis, and specific ASD behaviors and social communication, with videos and group work on adolescent assessments and developmental histories. Both days conclude with question periods and cover report writing, planning, interventions and available services.
The document outlines the schedule for a two-day training on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) assessment fundamentals and co-occurring conditions. Day 1 includes an overview of ASD and the diagnostic process, with presentations of parent interviews and child assessments through video cases and small group activities. Day 2 focuses on comorbidity, differential diagnosis, and specific ASD behaviors and social communication, with videos and group work on adolescent assessments and developmental histories. Both days conclude with question periods and cover report writing, planning, interventions and available services.
The document outlines the schedule for a two-day training on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) assessment fundamentals and co-occurring conditions. Day 1 includes an overview of ASD and the diagnostic process, with presentations of parent interviews and child assessments through video cases and small group activities. Day 2 focuses on comorbidity, differential diagnosis, and specific ASD behaviors and social communication, with videos and group work on adolescent assessments and developmental histories. Both days conclude with question periods and cover report writing, planning, interventions and available services.
9:00 - 10:40am Overview of Day 2 & Questions from Day 1
Comorbidity & Differential Diagnosis
10:40 - 11:00am Morning tea
11:00 - 12:30pm Sensory & Repetitive Behaviours and Interests
Social Communication (pragmatics) Questions
12:30 - 1:00pm Lunch
1:00 - 2:50pm Video: Adolescent Assessment
Small group discussion of history sorting information under DSM 5 criteria (worksheet provided) Large group discussion Video: Developmental History Large group discussion /questions Formulation
2:50 - 3:05pm Afternoon Tea
3:05 - 4:00pm Report writing
Planning & Prognosis Interventions Services and Funding
4.00 - 4.30pm Questions
*Please note this timetable is a guide and is subject to change