STAT™ FAQs address inquiries about the Screening Tool for Autism in Toddlers and Young Children, developed by Wendy Stone, Ph.D., at the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center’s Treatment and Research Institute for Autism Spectrum Disorders (TRIAD). Designed for community providers, STAT™ screens for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in 24–36 month olds in just 20 minutes. Below, find answers on training, certification, materials, and purchasing. For support, visit our Contact Us page or explore options on the licensing page.
What is the STAT™?
The STAT™ (Screening Tool for Autism in Toddlers and Young Children) is a Level 2 screener for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in children aged 24–36 months. Developed at Vanderbilt’s TRIAD, it uses 12 play-based activities to assess ASD risk in 20 minutes, offering high sensitivity (83–100%) and specificity (80–95%) for early identification.
How do I purchase additional STAT™ Test Protocols?
STAT Test Protocols are available for purchase in packets of 25. Please visit our purchase options page for more details.
How do I purchase the STAT™ using a purchase order for my institution?
Purchase orders are accepted via our Agents page, which provides checkout instructions for institutional buyers. For assistance, visit our Contact Us page.
What is the expected time for delivery of STAT™ materials and online course access?
Orders are processed and shipped within 5–10 business days, with tracking information provided. Online course access is granted instantly upon payment via the “My premium content” section at vueinnovations.com/premium.
How do I access the STAT™ Training and Certification portal after purchase?
Upon order processing, two automated emails are sent to the trainee’s email listed in the order:
- “VU e-Innovations Learning System subscription”
- “Confirm your account at VU e-Innovations Learning System”
Check your spam or quarantine folder if it hasn't been received. For assistance, visit our Contact Us page.
How do I get trained after purchasing the STAT™ Test Kit?
The STAT™ Test Kit includes an access code for one user to complete the online Training Tutorial. Follow the tutorial’s instructions to complete the post-test. Upon completion, you’ll receive an online message with your score and certification status. Our team will email a certificate or next steps. Additional certifications require purchasing tutorial logins via our licensing page.
How do I purchase additional STAT™ training certifications for my organization?
Existing STAT™ customers can purchase additional online tutorial logins ($200 each, including a printed manual) for new users, with a maximum of 5 users per test kit. To purchase:
- Visit the Additional STAT™ Certification/Online Tutorial product page.
- Log in at vueinnovations.com/user with your VU e-Innovations credentials.
- Reset your password at vueinnovations.com/user/password if needed.
For support, visit our Contact Us page.
I completed the STAT training and passed the Tutorial Post-Test. When will I receive the certificate?
Existing STAT™ customers can purchase additional online tutorial logins ($200 each, including a printed manual) for new users, with a maximum of 5 users per test kit. To purchase:
- Visit the Additional STAT™ Materials product page and select Certification / Online Tutorial.
- Log in at vueinnovations.com/user with your VU e-Innovations credentials.
- Reset your password at vueinnovations.com/user/password if needed.
For support, visit our Contact Us page.
Does the STAT™ Training Tutorial offer continuing education credit?
Continuing education credit is not currently available for the STAT™ Training Tutorial. Our team at Vanderbilt School of Medicine is working to resume accreditation. Check our Contact Us page for updates.
Can I train others in my organization to administer the STAT™ after completing the Training Tutorial?
No, the STAT™ Training Tutorial certifies individual users only. Additional clinicians must complete the tutorial or a STAT™ Training Workshop. Email Amy Swanson, M.A. or call (615) 322-6533 for workshop details.
When will I receive my certificate after passing the STAT™ Training Tutorial Post-Test?
Upon completing the online Learning Management System (LMS) course and passing the post-test, you’ll instantly receive your STAT™ certification, which you can print from the LMS portal. For assistance, email Amy Swanson, M.A. or call (615) 322-6533.
What should I do if I fail the STAT™ Training Tutorial Post-Test?
Our team will contact you within 2 weeks with further instructions. To expedite, email Amy Swanson, M.A. or call (615) 322-6533.
Is the STAT™ available in Spanish?
A Spanish-language STAT™ Training Tutorial is in development. For updates, visit the Vanderbilt TRIAD website at vkc.vumc.org/vkc/triad.
Who do I contact if I have additional questions about the STAT™?
For general inquiries, use our Contact Us page. For missing or replacement STAT™ kit materials, email Amy Swanson, M.A. or call (615) 322-6533.