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Gold-Standard Diagnostic Tool (Lord et al., 2012): The ADOS-2 is a direct observation diagnostic instrument — not a screening scale. Algorithm classifications (Autism · Autism Spectrum · Non-Spectrum) represent empirically validated thresholds. Diagnosis requires integration with developmental history and multi-informant data. Module selection determines classification cutoffs.
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Scoring Domains: Social Affect (SA) — social communication and reciprocity items. Restricted & Repetitive Behavior (RRB) — repetitive behaviors and restricted interests. SA+RRB Combined Total — used for classification. Comparison Score (CS, 1–10) — severity relative to peers with same module/developmental level (Modules 1–4 only).
Student / Examinee Information
Module Selection Required
Select the module administered. The module determines classification cutoffs and which scores are relevant.
T
Toddler
12–30 mo
Pre-verbal to phrase
Mod 1
Non-verbal /
Single words
Any age
Mod 2
Phrase speech
Any age
Mod 3
Fluent speech
Child / Adolescent
Mod 4
Fluent speech
Adolescent / Adult
Module 2 Classification Thresholds: SA+RRB Combined Total: ≥ 12 → Autism · 8–11 → Autism Spectrum · < 8 → Non-Spectrum
ADOS-2 Algorithm Scores
Enter algorithm domain scores from the ADOS-2 Record Form. SA and RRB are required. The SA+RRB Total auto-calculates but can be overridden. Comparison Score (1–10) is available for Modules 1–4.
Social Affect
SA Score
Social Affect Algorithm Total
Social communication, joint attention, pointing, sharing enjoyment, and social reciprocity items from the ADOS-2 algorithm.
RRB
RRB Score
Restricted & Repetitive Behavior
Stereotyped/idiosyncratic language, hand/finger mannerisms, unusual sensory interests, and repetitive behaviors from the algorithm.
SA+RRB Total
Combined Total
SA + RRB (auto-calculated)
Sum of SA and RRB scores. Used for module classification. Auto-fills from SA+RRB above, or enter manually.
Comparison Score
CS
CS (1–10 · Mod 1–4 only)
Standardized severity score (1–10) relative to peers with same module & developmental level. Not used in Toddler Module.