 An online training program for parents of children with ASD: A pilot study on the effects and social validity 
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in children has the potential to influence the functioning, quality of life and adjustment of families. However, although the importance of training parents and supporting them in their interventions is recognized, few programs support the development of parenting skills specific to the needs of these children while also considering their unique daily reality. It is from this perspective that the L’ABC du comportement d’enfants ayant un TSA : des parents en action! (L’ABC-TSA) has been developed and adapted to an online modality. This online version is accessible to parents who, for various reasons (e.g., geographic distance, complex organization of childcare) cannot participate in the group or individual modalities of an in-person program. This article presents the results of a pilot study examining the effectiveness of the online modality of the L’ABC-TSA program as well as its social validity. The participants are parents (n = 10) of children with ASD aged 7 and under receiving services from Integrated (university) health and social services centers (IUHSSC/IHSSC) in Quebec. The results show a significant increase in parental competence, knowledge about ASD, and parenting effectiveness over time. Participants find the procedures used in the program acceptable and are satisfied with the program. The online modality of this program increases the accessibility of services offered to parents of young children with ASD.