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ADOS-2 Specialist Certification
A rigorous, practical two-day certification in the ADOS-2 — the gold-standard autism observational assessment. Covers all five modules, coding, scoring, and Comparison Score interpretation.
From £1,295 — a two-day intensive delivered live online via Zoom.
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Staff trainedAbout the ADOS-2 Specialist Certification
This two-day specialist certification gives clinicians a rigorous, practical foundation in the ADOS-2. The course covers all five modules from Toddler through Module 4, including module selection, administration, coding, scoring, and Comparison Score interpretation — delivered live online via Zoom.
The ADOS-2 is widely recognised as the gold-standard, semi-structured assessment for evaluating social communication and restricted or repetitive behaviours associated with autism spectrum conditions.
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Jointly provided with the American Psychiatric Association (APA)
This course is jointly provided with the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and is approved for 7.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ and CPD credits.
Accreditation Statement: In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by American Psychiatric Association (APA) and Global ADHD Network. The American Psychiatric Association (APA) is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Designation Statement: The American Psychiatric Association (APA) designates this live activity for a maximum of 7.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Course Benefits
Master Every ADOS-2 Module
Build fluency across all five modules, from Toddler through Module 4, including module selection based on age and expressive language level.
Apply Standardised, Defensible Coding
Learn to apply ADOS-2 coding principles correctly, including codes 0–3 and special codes 7, 8 and 9 in line with the WPS protocol.
Score and Interpret with Confidence
Calculate the Total Algorithm Score, apply the correct cut-off table, and generate the Comparison Score for Modules 1–3.
What You'll Learn: Key Course Modules
Foundations & Module Selection
Build a strong foundation in the ADOS-2's rationale and structure. This module explores:
This module builds the foundation for confident, defensible module selection.
Administration & Observational Targets
This practical module covers live administration across all five ADOS-2 modules. You will learn:
Through clinical vignette discussions, you will develop confidence in live ADOS-2 administration.
Coding, Scoring & Reporting
This final module focuses on standardised coding, scoring, and defensible reporting. You will cover:
By the end of this module, you will be able to code, score, and report ADOS-2 assessments with clinical confidence, ready for the final examination.
Learning Objectives
Understand the ADOS-2's Foundations
Describe the ADOS-2's rationale, structure and psychometric properties and its role within a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary autism assessment.
Select the Right Module
Select the appropriate ADOS-2 module for any individual based on chronological age and expressive language level, using the module-selection decision framework.
Recognise Key Observational Targets
Recognise and describe key observational targets across all five ADOS-2 modules — Toddler Module through Module 4 — including the social affect and RRB domains.
Apply Standardised Coding
Apply ADOS-2 coding principles in a standardised and defensible manner, correctly using codes 0–3 and special codes 7, 8 and 9 in accordance with the WPS protocol.
Calculate Scores & Classifications
Calculate the ADOS-2 Total Algorithm Score, apply the correct cut-off table to yield a three-category classification, and generate the Comparison Score for Modules 1–3.
Interpret Results in Clinical Context
Interpret classification and Comparison Score results within a broader clinical formulation, integrating developmental history, cognitive/language assessment, and self-report data.
Avoid Common Interpretation Pitfalls
Identify and avoid the five most common interpretation pitfalls: anchoring on the score, single-session certainty, ceiling effects, examiner drift and confirmation bias.
Write Defensible Reports
Write a person-centred, legally defensible ADOS-2 report section, using appropriate language and communicating uncertainty where it exists.
Apply Neurodiversity-Affirming Practice
Apply neurodiversity-affirming, culturally competent and ethically grounded principles throughout assessment, feedback and reporting.
Plan Your Path to Ongoing Competence
Describe a clear post-course pathway to ongoing competence, including supervised practice, peer coding review, recording-based reflection and refresher training.
What's included in your course fee.
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All sessions run as two-day intensive programmes, delivered live online via Zoom.
Register Your Interest
Leave your details and the team will be in touch to help you choose the right course and date — no commitment.
Taught by a specialist who assesses every week.
Delivered live by a practising specialist — the same clinician running ADOS-2 assessments right now.
What clinicians say about this course
The training was very informative and The trainer had a huge amount of knowledge and explained everything very clearly. I feel like I have a great deal of knowledge for assessments now leaving the course
The course content was very clear and comprehensive. I enjoyed the interaction in the breakout sessions. All questions were taken and answered clearly. The trainer was very calm clear articulate patient and came across as very knowledgeable and compassionate.
The full day training with The trainer was informative, clear and engaging. The mix of teaching, group work, a quiz and a mock assessment made it practical and enjoyable. The trainer explained everything well and encouraged questions, making it a great learning experience.
Incredibly informative, essential and well organised course. Thank you.
I have thoroughly enjoyed the course. It has been engaging and interactive which has suited my learning style.it is delivered well and very informative. The trainer is very knowledgeable and has enabled me to broaden my knowledge and take away information to read further.
great course, interactive and highly recommended
Frequently asked questions
A few of our frequently asked questions about this course.
This course is jointly provided with the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and is approved for 7.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ and CPD credits.
Accreditation Statement: In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by American Psychiatric Association (APA) and Global ADHD Network. The American Psychiatric Association (APA) is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Designation Statement: The American Psychiatric Association (APA) designates this live activity for a maximum of 7.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
This course is designed for psychiatrists, clinical and educational psychologists, paediatricians, speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, mental health nurses, health visitors, social workers, psychotherapists, researchers with a relevant background, and graduate trainees working under qualified supervision.
The ADOS-2 Specialist Certification is a Two-Day Intensive Training Programme, delivered live online via Zoom. It runs for a total of 14 hours, from 09:00–17:00 UK time on both days, with a maximum group size of 20 learners.
The course concludes with a 30-minute final examination consisting of 20 multiple-choice questions, with an 80% pass mark. On successful completion, you'll receive a recognised CPD certificate.
You'll cover all five ADOS-2 modules from Toddler through Module 4, including module selection, administration, coding, scoring, and Comparison Score interpretation. The course also addresses differential diagnosis, DSM-5-TR and ICD-11 frameworks, integration with the ADI-R, report writing, and neurodiversity-affirming practice.
With demand for ADHD testing rising each year, private ADHD assessments have become a valuable income stream for qualified practitioners, with professionals able to charge up to £1,500 per assessment. This qualification offers flexibility, allowing you to incorporate assessments into existing work commitments.
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