Autism Diagnostic Assessment Training

This training provides in-depth guidance on how to identify, assess, and diagnose autism and ADHD in adolescents and adults. You will learn how diagnostic criteria present in subtle, internalised, and less stereotyped ways, particularly in high-masking individuals.

The program covers differential diagnosis across overlapping DSM presentations, structured assessment processes from intake through to feedback, and the integration of key diagnostic tools such as the MIGDAS-2 and DIVA-5.

You will also have access to practical demonstration videos showing how I conduct diagnostic interviews in real-world practice, so you can see how the assessment process unfolds and how clinical judgement is applied in context.

Yes. Comprehensive MIGDAS-2 (Monteiro Interview Guidelines for Diagnosing Autism Spectrum) training is included in both:

• The combined Autism & ADHD Diagnostic Assessment Training
• The Autism Assessment Training

You will learn how to administer, interpret, and integrate the MIGDAS-2 within a broader diagnostic framework. This includes demonstration videos, case examples, and guidance on applying the tool thoughtfully within a neurodiversity-affirming assessment process.

The focus is not only on how to use the tool, but how to apply it with clinical judgement, particularly in subtle or high-masking presentations.

No. Prior diagnostic assessment experience is not required.

This training provides comprehensive foundational knowledge and structured guidance for clinicians who are newer to autism and ADHD assessment. At the same time, it offers depth, nuance, and updated evidence-based frameworks for experienced clinicians seeking to refine or extend their skills.

Whether you are building your assessment skills from the ground up or strengthening an established practice, the training is designed to support your clinical judgement and confidence.

This training provides comprehensive education and practical skills to support best-practice autism and ADHD assessment. However, eligibility to formally diagnose depends on your professional registration and scope of practice within your country or state.

In Australia, diagnosis is typically conducted by psychiatrists, paediatricians, and psychologists, with some specialist GPs also diagnosing ADHD in certain jurisdictions.

This training is designed to complement your existing professional qualifications. It strengthens the skills required for accurate and ethical diagnostic assessment but does not replace the need for appropriate registration, supervision, or regulatory approval.

For allied health professionals who may not formally diagnose, the training still provides valuable knowledge to support participation in multidisciplinary assessment and to strengthen understanding of autism and adhd presentations.

This training is fully self-paced, allowing you to complete the course according to your schedule. It is structured to provide comprehensive, practice-ready guidance on autism and ADHD assessment, with a strong focus on neurodiversity-affirming practice and clinical judgement.

The training includes:

Pre-recorded video modules
In-depth teaching, practical demonstrations, and step-by-step guidance on conducting adolescent and adult assessments. This includes MIGDAS-2 training and detailed instruction on integrating tools such as the DIVA-5 within a structured diagnostic framework.

Case demonstrations and examples
Real-world assessment examples showing how to approach complex and high-masking presentations, and how to apply theory in practice.

You will receive six months of access to the training materials, allowing you to revisit content as needed.

By the end of the training, you will be able to:

• Apply neurodiversity-affirming principles within diagnostic assessments
• Understand how autism and ADHD present in subtle and high-masking ways
• Differentiate autism and ADHD from overlapping DSM presentations
• Integrate structured diagnostic tools such as the MIGDAS-2 and DIVA-5 within a broader clinical framework
• Navigate complex and co-occurring presentations with greater diagnostic clarity
• Conduct structured, defensible assessments with strengthened clinical judgement

The focus is on building confidence, clarity, and diagnostic precision in adolescent and adult diagnostic assessments.

Yes. The Autism and ADHD Diagnostic Assessment Training provides 16 CPD hours and can be logged toward your professional development requirements. The training includes practical components and reflective exercises, which meet criteria for active CPD for many registration pathways. Please confirm specific CPD requirements with your regulatory body.

Yes. The training includes case examples and extensive demonstration videos where you can observe me conducting diagnostic interviews using tools such as the MIGDAS-2 and DIVA-5. These demonstrations allow you to see how assessments unfold in real clinical contexts and how clinical judgement is applied alongside structured tools.

You will receive six months of access to all training materials, including video modules and demonstration content.

This allows you to complete the training at your own pace and revisit material as needed.

Flexible payment options are available through third-party providers such as AfterPay, and PayPal (where available).

Please note that these arrangements are between you and the payment provider. Access to the course is provided immediately upon purchase.

After enrolling, you will create an account on the website and gain immediate access to the training platform. The course can be accessed via desktop or through the mobile app, allowing flexible learning.

The training is compatible with laptops, tablets, and smartphones with an active internet connection.

Yes. A certificate of completion is issued upon finishing the training. This can be used for your professional development records

The MIGDAS-2 (Monteiro Interview Guidelines for Diagnosing Autism Spectrum) is a structured, diagnostic interview framework for autism assessment. It supports identification of diverse presentations and aligns with neurodiversity-affirming practice. Comprehensive MIGDAS-2 training is included in both the combined Autism & ADHD Diagnostic Assessment Training and the Autism Assessment Training.

This training is primarily designed for clinicians assessing adolescents and adults. While some content may be informative for those working with children, many of the frameworks and tools taught are best suited to adolescent and adult diagnostic assessment.