Practicum for the Dyslexia Certificate Program

4 Units
Credit Validation

Course Description

Credit Validation for Dyslexia Institute Practicum Only

This is the supervised practicum portion of our Dyslexia Certificate Program. The participant works with a student who has been diagnosed with dyslexia or at high risk for a reading disability. The participant meets online with a mentor to practice techniques taught in the certificate program and prepares samples lessons to present. The participant then prepares lesson plans and works with their student for a minimum of 45 lessons. All lesson plans are submitted and participant records a minimum of two lessons and is provided feedback and coaching from their mentor.

Course Details

Number of Units: 4.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours

Who Should Attend: Those enrolled with the supervised practicum portion of the Dyslexia Certificate Program with DTI.

Prerequisites:

None

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What You Will Learn

  • Implement the Orton-Gillingham Approach and follow the scope and sequence given in the course
  • Acquire a well rounded understanding of how to teach students who have dyslexia

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Credit Validation

The University of San Diego’s Division of Professional and Continuing Education offers graduate-level extension credit for work completed in trainings, workshops, conferences, induction, credentials, and other professional development programs not offered directly by USD. Complete one of the above and a member of our division will help you earn credit for your hard work and dedication to continuing your education.

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