At Bridges of the Mind, we believe great assessment starts with great training. We’re committed to supporting clinicians across the region with high-quality professional development, hands-on training opportunities, and a growing community of assessment-focused professionals. Explore what’s coming up below — and check back often, because this page is always growing.
ADOS-2 Introductory & Refresher Training
Build foundational skills and confidence in administering and scoring the ADOS-2 — widely considered the gold standard in autism assessment.
This comprehensive training is led by Dr. Sarah Dufek, Ph.D., BCBA-D, Associate Professor at the UC Davis MIND Institute. Dr. Dufek has been a certified ADOS-2 & ADI-R trainer since 2014 and brings more than 20 years of clinical and research experience in autism assessment across the lifespan, with dual credentials as both a licensed psychologist and a board-certified behavior analyst. Her research focuses on making evidence-based assessments accessible to underserved communities.
What you’ll gain:
- Foundational skills and confidence in ADOS-2 administration and scoring
- Comprehensive coverage of all ADOS-2 modules including Infant and Toddler
- Instruction from a nationally recognized expert who combines clinical practice with cutting-edge research
Who should attend: This training is open to qualified clinicians across disciplines — psychologists, psychiatrists, SLPs, OTs, school psychologists, pediatricians, behavior analysts, and researchers. Prior clinical assessment experience is recommended.
Training Details:
- Dates: September 11-13, 2026
- Format: In-person at our Sacramento office (limited space) and virtual attendance option
- Cost: $875
In-person space is limited — early registration is strongly encouraged.
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