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The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule Second Edition (ADOS-2) is a semi-structured, standardised assessment of communication, social interaction, and play. It provides a series of standardised contexts in which the individual's social communication, and repetitive, stereotyped behaviours can be observed. It has been designed to assist in the diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder and is a complementary instrument to the Autism Diagnostic Interview Revised (ADI-R). Standardised toys and activities are used to present opportunities for social and communicative interaction with the examiner. A diagnostic algorithm consistent with DSM-V and ICD-10 clinical diagnoses is generated.

This one-day online workshop focuses on the child and adolescent age group and encompasses skill development in the following areas: - Using Positive Behaviour Support within a neuroaffirming framework - Understanding behaviours of concern and how to create a supportive environment for neurodivergent people - Collaborative problem solving with the young person and carers - Creating an autism specific profile and behaviour support plan - Finding the function of a behaviour of concern - Supporting the development of new skills to promote independence and quality of life.

Led by the Victorian Pride Centre and Transgender Victoria, this free workshop will explore how to speak back to structural oppression as individuals, leaders, employees, activists and collaborators.

The ADI-R is a semi-structured diagnostic interview to assess behaviours related to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The ADI-R typically takes between 90 minutes to 3 hours. The course is designed to teach clinicians how to administer and code ADI-R with parents/carers of children and young people with suspected autism.

The Toddler Module of the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition (ADOS-2) is a fifth module that is specifically designed to assess children with limited expressive language who are between the ages of 12 and 30 months. Similar to the other ADOS-2 modules, the Toddler Module consists of standardised activities in which communication, social interactions, and restricted and repetitive behaviours relevant to the diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can be observed.

This session explores the complex relationship between psychotropic medications and substance use. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how these medications can interact with substance use and the challenges we face when working with those impacted by so-occuring disorders.

Learn how to identify autism in your clients and explore how their unique differences in communication, emotional awareness, & social relationships can be navigated in an episode of care in a practical hands-on way.

Are you keen to learn about the connection between substances and mental health? Would you find it helpful to hear lived and professional experiences of supporting and managing substance use? Are you open to explore and challenge assumptions around substance use and addiction? In this course we explore: How do substances and mental health mix? What is the function of addiction? How can we have better conversations about drug and alcohol use?

Topic: Is It Time for a Change? Rethinking the CALD Label in Public Health Research and Practice

This is a full day workshop with Jen Thompson, a psychotherapist and trainer passionate about creating welcoming, hopeful, and trauma informed service systems. Trauma Responsive Practice is foundational training for AOD and Mental Health workers that builds on the Introduction to Trauma Informed Care e-learning.