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Autism support and assessment

Structured assessments for children, young people and adults, shaped by a real understanding of autism and focused on a clear picture of strengths, differences and support needs.

This is not a diagnostic assessment and cannot provide a diagnosis. A formal diagnosis requires a multidisciplinary team, in line with NICE guidance.

About the assessment

Assessments draw on recognised tools that are backed by evidence and used in autism assessment, including:

  • ADOS-2: Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition
  • ADI-R: Autism Diagnostic Interview, Revised

These are widely regarded as the leading tools that trained professionals use to explore communication, social interaction and behaviour.

What the assessment includes

  • Detailed interview with parent, carer or individual
  • Developmental history informed by the ADI-R framework
  • Structured observation through activities, informed by ADOS-2
  • Observation of communication, social interaction and behaviour
  • Standardised scoring to support interpretation
  • Integration of all available information
  • Written report with clear recommendations
  • Feedback session and discussion of next steps

What the assessment provides

  • A clear understanding of strengths and needs
  • Insight into communication and interaction profile
  • Identification of support strategies
  • Guidance for home, education or the workplace
  • Support for referral to diagnostic services where appropriate

Who the service is for

  • Children and young people
  • Adults seeking greater understanding of their own profile
  • Families currently awaiting a diagnostic assessment
  • Individuals who need evidence to support access to services

How reports are used

A written report can support several different next steps, depending on age and circumstance.

For children

  • School support
  • EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan)
  • SEND provision
  • Onward referrals

For adults

  • Workplace adjustments
  • Personal understanding
  • Onward referrals

Ready to talk it through?

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