Masterclass: Diagnosis with Autistic Adults
- 5 hours 32 mins
- 30 days to complete course
- Downloadable PDFs
- Certificate of completion
- Suitable for professionals
$250
Course summary
Participants will learn how to conduct a diagnostic assessment for an adult or older adolescent with autism, including measurement of comorbidity, differential diagnosis, and use of psychometric assessment.
Who will benefit?
Professionals who see adults and/or older adolescents with autism as part of their work, including:
- Psychologists and psychiatrists
- GPs
- Employment agencies
- Social workers and counsellors
- High school teachers and teacher assistants
- Occupational therapists
- Speech pathologists
- Staff in clinics for mental health problems, eating disorders, substance use issues, gender identity issues, and forensic issues
Learning objectives
- How to design and conduct a diagnostic assessment for an adult
- Recommended screening and diagnostic instruments for ASD and additional assessment procedures based on extensive clinical experience
- How to identify and assess co-morbid and differential diagnoses
- Report preparation and composition
- To use the diagnostic information to plan support and therapy at home and work
- How to share the diagnostic assessment results with family
What will I be able to do as a result of taking this course?
Conduct a diagnostic assessment of an adult using a range of instruments and apply that information for understanding and support at home and work.
What our participants say
"The Masterclass was very informative and the speakers were, as always, very engaging. I learned so much."
