Training Fellows & Locations
For more information on registering for courses or questions on trainings, please contact the Fellow, school, clinic, camp or organization directly.
*Minimum Requirements are established by OGA. Fellows can require more coursework hours or practicum hours or observations at their discretion.
ATF/OGA – Accredited Training Fellow
F/OGA – Fellow
FIT/OGA – Fellow-in-Training
Organization | Levels | Date | Locations | Content | hf:tax:level | hf:tax:location |
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The Hamilton Institute at Wheeler C| Margot Miller
| Associate | 2024 Associate A Online First 5 Days:
9:00 am – 3:30 pm, EST daily Course cost is $2,600, All coursework and practicum observations will be provided via Zoom CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION
| Online, Rhode Island | This 70-hour online synchronous and asynchronous course will teach reading, spelling, and writing skills using the Orton-Gillingham Approach, a structured alphabetic-phonetic system that engages visual, auditory, and kinesthetic pathways to develop the neural pathways for learning. All coursework and practicum follows the curriculum set forth by the Orton-Gillingham Academy. Associate level training is ideal for all teachers, but especially those educators working with Tier 2 students (e.g., reading and ELL teachers), as well as Tier 3 instructors (i.e., special educators and speech pathologists). The Associate Level course and practicum prepares teachers to apply the principles of the O-G Approach in a 1:1 or small group setting. Individuals seeking Associate Level certification through the Orton-Gillingham Academy may apply to the Academy after the successful completion of the 70-hour course and 100-hour practicum. Six graduate credits are available for this course for an additional fee The practicum is mandatory for this course. Graduate Credits: Trainees will be eligible to earn 6 graduate credits for the coursework and practicum. Graduate credits cannot be earned without the practicum. For Rhode Island Educators: As of March 8, 2023, Nuts & Bolts Educational Tutoring, LLC is an approved provider under Rhode Island’s Right to Read Act for the Associate Level training. This means that this course leads to endorsement in the area of Literacy/Dyslexia. Rhode Island educators will be able to add a Literacy/Dyslexia endorsement to a valid Rhode Island Certificate. This recognizes an educator’s specialty area expertise as well as indicates an educator has met the proficiency requirements of the Right to Read Act legislation. Individuals seeking Associate Level certification through the Orton-Gillingham Academy may apply to the Academy after the successful completion of the 70-hour course and 100-hour practicum. Six graduate credits are available for this course for an additional fee. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree Fellow: Jenny Singer Harris, FIT/OGA, Deb Morris, ATF/OGA
| associate | online rhode-island |
Karen Sheehy, F/OGA C| Karen Sheehy, F/OGA
| Associate | 2024 Associate In-Person & Online June 1- – June 21 9:30 am – 4:30 EST $3,200 (including practicum) Location: For registration and more information, contact Karen. Upon registration, notification regarding the acquisition of training materials will be given. Please add “Associate Training” in the subject line of the email.
| Florida, In-Person, Online | The 60 hours of synchronous coursework follows the Orton-Gillingham Academy’s Curriculum. Practicum: 100 hours supervised practicum teaching 1-1 (Option A) over a minimum of 8 months. Includes 10 observations by Fellow Karen Sheehy or a qualified supervisor as deemed by the Fellow. The practicum is included in the cost of the course. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree. Enrollment and completion of the OGA Subscriber course is required prior to June 10th, 2024. Fellow: Karen Sheehy, F/OGA | associate | florida in-person online |
Orton Gillingham Reading Specialists C| Abbe Pedersen | Associate | 2024 Online Associate A, Part 2
9:00 am – 2:30 pm CT, (Mondays – Thursdays) $2,480 plus materials | Minnesota, Online | The 60 hours of coursework and the 100 hour practicum meet the Academy standards at the Associate level. Practicum: At least 100 hours which includes 60-70 hours of direct supervision. We can provide the students. 20 hours with each of 3 students: one at 9 am Central Time, one at 10 am Central Time, one at 11 am Central Time. Mondays through Thursdays July 15 – August 15, 2024. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | associate | minnesota online |
R.I.E Training LLC C| Sarah Rideout, F/OGA | Associate | 2024 Associate A Virtual/Online Part 1: August 5-9 Part 2: August 19-23 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM EST Registration: $1,500 For registration email Sarah Rideout at: sr.rietraining@gmail.com | Florida, Online | This course meets the standards for Associate level coursework for the OGA. This comprehensive training introduces individuals to the principles and instructional practices of the Orton-Gillingham approach. Providing the knowledge base to implement OG in a variety of settings, trainees will learn about research-based language instruction best suited for teaching reading and spelling. Course content follows the OGA curriculum and explores syllable types and division patterns, spelling rules and generalizations, morphology, planning and executing lesson plans, and much more! Practicum: For an additional fee, a supervised practicum with mentorship (10 observations over 100 hours) can be requested after the completion of coursework to fulfill the requirements for OGA certification at the Associate level. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | associate | florida online |
The Instruction Hub C|Candi Sellers | Classroom Educator | 2024 Classroom Educator Online June 24 – 28 9:40 am – 4:40 pm EST $950 | North Carolina, Online | The coursework and practicum follow the guidelines of the Orton-Gillingham Academy Curriculum at the Classroom Educator level. Practicum: $875 for five observations. Completed virtually following all OGA requirements at the Classroom Educator level. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree Fellow: Candi Sellers, ATF/OGA | classroom-educator | north-carolina online |
Marburn Academy C| Lisa Neuhoff, F/OGA
| Associate | 2024 Associate A or B In-Person
8:30 am – 3:30 pm Cost: $2000.00 with an additional $250 non-refundable material fee (doubles as the deposit) Contact Lisa Neuhoff for registration.
| In-Person, Ohio | Associate Course: The 75-hour Associate Level course meets OGA standards and is designed to build on the Classroom Educators course to equip teachers and tutors with the knowledge and skills to work one-on-one with students with dyslexia. The comprehensive training in structured, multisensory research-based language instruction integrates reading with spelling and writing. Trainees will study the neurological underpinnings of dyslexia, phonological awareness, phonology, syllable types and division patterns, history and structure of the English language, spelling rules and generalization, as well as an introduction to morphology. Participants will interpret student profiles and assessments. Trainees will write daily lesson plans and work with individual students with support and feedback from an OGA accredited fellow. Practicum: For an additional fee, a supervised practicum with mentorship (a minimum of 10 observations over a minimum of 8 months) can be requested after the completion of coursework to fulfill the requirements for OGA certification at the Associate level Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree Fellow: Lisa Neuhoff, F/OGA
| associate | in-person ohio |
Marburn Academy C| Lisa Neuhoff, F/OGA | Classroom Educator | 2024 Classroom Educator In-Person
Cost: $995.00 with an additional $100 non-refundable material fee (doubles as the deposit) Contact Lisa Neuhoff for registration. | In-Person, Ohio | Classroom Educator Content The 35-hour Classroom Educator course is designed to teach those interested in learning about the OG approach for classroom or small group settings. The coursework and practicum follow the guidelines of the Orton-Gillingham Academy Curriculum at the Classroom Educator level. It provides educators with content knowledge in reading acquisition, the neurobiology of dyslexia, the structure of the English language, adaptation of the multisensory, systematic and structured OG approach for classroom instruction, materials, procedures and strategies for the development of lesson plans, as well as assessments, and test interpretation Practicum: For an additional fee, a supervised practicum with mentorship (a minimum of 5 observations over a minimum of 50 hours) can be requested after the completion of coursework to fulfill the requirements for OGA certification at the CE level. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree Fellow: Lisa Neuhoff, F/OGA | classroom-educator | in-person ohio |
Georgia Educational Training Agency C| Brenda Fitzgerald | Associate | 2024 Associate B
Location: Cost: $1,200 + $100 book fee due first day of clas
| Georgia, In-Person | Orton-Gillingham Multisensory 70 hour Training Course. This course will provide an overview of the development of written language, recent relevant research information, and techniques to incorporate knowledge of phonology, morphology, semantics, syllabication, and syntax into multisensory teaching of reading, writing, and spelling. The course will follow guidelines set by the Orton-Gillingham Academy for Associate Level certification. Practicum Requirements: These guidelines also require a practicum, and for those who intend to seek certification, a practicum may be arranged on an individual basis for an additional cost. Completion only of the course work without the practicum will qualify a person for Subscriber membership in the Academy. Prerequisite: Bachelors Degree | associate | georgia in-person |
Jennifer Tavello, F/OGA C| Jennifer Tavello | Associate | 2024 Associate Online, Synchronous
8:30 am – 3:00 pm EST $3,000 (includes the practicum) | Connecticut, Online | Orton-Gillingham Training – Associate Level A. This 60 hour course covers all the basic curricular components designed to transfer to a 1:1 teaching. The comprehensive training focuses on the multisensory principles of teaching as well as current research-based language instruction designed to integrate reading with spelling and writing. The class content includes phonological awareness, the history, and structure of the English language, phonology, syllable types and division patterns, introduction to morphology, spelling rules, and generalizations, and the neurological underpinnings of dyslexia. Trainees further gain practice interpreting testing, and planning/delivering individualized diagnostic and prescriptive lessons. Practicum: A 100 hours of required practicum is required with a minimum of 10 supervised observations after the completion of the coursework. The practicum fee is included in the course fee. The Practicum begins once the course is complete which includes 100 hours of Supervised practicum over a minimum of 8 months and 10 formal observations will be reviewed and discussed with the trainee Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree Fellow: Jennifer Tavello, F/OGA
| associate | connecticut online |
Blueprint Shoreline Reading Specialists C| Betsy Kessler | Associate, Classroom Educator | Ongoing – Available for onsite, in-person training Classroom Educator Associate Blueprint Shoreline Reading Specialists are available to conduct onsite, in-person trainings. Please contact Betsy Kessler for more information. | Connecticut, In-Person | The 30 hour Classroom Educator course is designed to teach classroom teachers, special education teachers, reading teachers, speech and language pathologists as well as interested faculty and administration about dyslexia. The curriculum includes understanding and diagnosing dyslexia, the educational approach to treating dyslexia, and materials and lesson plan ideas for teaching students with dyslexia. The Associate level course builds on the Classroom Educator course and prepares practitioners to work one-on-one with students with dyslexia. This coursework delves deeper into topics such as vocabulary, morphology, advanced lesson planning, dyslexic brain, testing, and student learning profiles. Practicum: A practicum is required for Academy membership and can be arranged by request. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | associate classroom-educator | connecticut in-person |
Kim Nau, F/OGA C| Kim Nau | Associate, Classroom Educator | 2024 Classroom Educator
Cost: $1,000 + optional practicum Virtual
| New York, Online | The Classroom Educator (CE) course is designed for those interested in learning about the OG approach for group settings. Trainees will learn about the foundations of the OG approach, neurobiology of dyslexia, reading acquisition, the structure of the English language, phonology, spelling rules, syllable types, and syllable division patterns. These hours are also applicable towards Associate Level coursework. Practicum: The practicum is for those who want to attain the Classroom Educator level certification from the Orton-Gillingham Academy (OGA). It consists of 50 hours of a supervised practicum with 2 or more students in a group setting. There are at least 5 observations which are conducted over 8 consecutive months at a cost of $100 for each observation with constructive feedback. The OGA does not offer certification without a practicum. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree Fellow: Kim Nau, F/OGA | associate classroom-educator | new-york online |
Kim Nau, F/OGA C| Kim Nau
| Associate | 2024 Associate Level (part 2)
Cost: $1,000 + optional practicum Online
| New York, Online | This is the second 30 hours of the Associate level coursework following the OGA curriculum. *For teachers who hold a teaching license from New York state, this course also provides 30 CTLE credits. Practicum: The practicum is for those who want to attain the Associate Level A certification from the Orton-Gillingham Academy (OGA). The Associate Level A practicum consists of a minimum of 100-hours working 1:1 with a student (10 observations conducted over 8 consecutive months) at a cost of $150 for each video observation with constructive feedback. The practicum is “pay as you go”, so each observation can be paid individually to off-set the up-front cost of the practicum. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree and Associate Part 1 Fellow: Kim Nau, F/OGA | associate | new-york online |
Manhattanville College and PNW BOCES C| Tracy McCarthy | Classroom Educator | 2024 Online
9:00 am – 4:00 pm EST | New York, Online | This 30-hour course satisfied the coursework for the Classroom Educator Level. All hours are synchronous, and participants should plan to be in attendance for all 30 hours. If an emergency occurs and a participant needs to miss an hour or two of class, they may watch the recording prior to the next day of coursework. Graduate Credits: If you would like to take the course for graduate credit, here is the link: https://connect.mville.edu/apply/ Practicum: Practicum will also be offered through Manhattanville/PW Boces. It is a separate registration from this course and may be taken for 6 graduate credits during the 2024-2025 school year. You may reach out to Tracy McCarthy if you are interested in securing a spot for practicum. Additional information about the course and coursework Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | classroom-educator | new-york online |
Columbus Tutoring Services C| Rayna Weiner, FIT/OGA | Associate | 2024 Associate A In-Person Dates:
$2,400 after 3/16/24 Location: Clintonville Academy | In-Person, Ohio | This 60+ hour course provides the knowledge base for individuals to use the Orton-Gillingham Approach in a classroom, group, or 1:1 setting. The Associate Training Course covers the OGA curriculum. It does not include a practicum, which is required for Academy membership. The practicum `can be arranged on request after the coursework is completed. This course offers GTRE credits for an extra fee. Practicum: Practicum is offered for an additional fee. The OG Practicum for 1:1 tutoring to be contracted individually with the instructor for an additional cost. Completion of coursework and practicum prepare the trainee to apply for Associate Certification with the Orton-Gillingham Academy. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree Fellow: Cyndi Schultz, ATF/OGA, Rayna Weiner, FIT/OGA | associate | in-person ohio |
Kim Nau, F/OGA C|Kim Nau
| Associate, Classroom Educator | 2024 Classroom Educator Weekends:
Cost: $1,000 + optional practicum ($100 per observation) | New York, Online | The Classroom Educator (CE) course is designed for those interested in learning about the OG approach for group settings. Trainees will learn about the foundations of the OG approach, neurobiology of dyslexia, reading acquisition, the structure of the English language, phonology, spelling rules, syllable types, and syllable division patterns. These hours are also applicable towards Associate Level coursework. Practicum: The practicum is for those who want to attain the Classroom Educator level certification from the Orton-Gillingham Academy (OGA). It consists of 50 hours of a supervised practicum with 2 or more students in a group setting. There are at least 5 observations which are conducted over 8 consecutive months at a cost of $100 for each observation with constructive feedback. The OGA does not offer certification without a practicum. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree Fellow: Kim Nau, F/OGA | associate classroom-educator | new-york online |
Jennings Miller, F/OGA C| Jennings Miller, F/OGA | Certified, Workshops | 2023 – 2024 Virtual December 2023 – November 2024 Mondays: 7:30 pm -9:30 pm EST + Additional Asynchronous Work | Georgia, Online | The coursework follows the OGA Curriculum at the Certified level. This course can also be used a workshop or for professional development if not seeking Certified level membership in the Academy. Practicum: Practicum and mentorship is offered at the the Fellow’s discretion due to limited available spaces. Prerequisite: Completion of the Associate level coursework and practicum. Fellow: Jennings Miller, F/OGA | certified workshops | georgia online |
Jennifer Tavello, F/OGA C| Jennifer Tavello | Classroom Educator | 2024 Online, 30 synchronous hours April 25, 26, 29, 30, May 1 8:30 am – 3:00 pm Cost: $1,500 (includes practicum) | Connecticut, Online | The coursework and practicum meets the OGA requirements for Classroom Educator level. This certification provides the participant with skills and principles of the Orton-Gillingham Approach to provide and modify literacy instruction in the classroom or small groups. Practicum: The fee for this course includes the practicum. The practicum is required for OG Academy membership at the Classroom Educator level. The practicum entails 50 hours of teaching a group of students over a minimum of 8 months. Includes 5 observations by Fellow or qualified supervisor with written and verbal feedback. Additional information about the course and coursework Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree Fellow: Jennifer Tavello, F/OGA | classroom-educator | connecticut online |
R.I.E Training LLC C| Sarah Rideout, F/OGA
| Classroom Educator | 2024
Classroom Educator Options:
8:30 am – 3:30 pm EST
$850
| Florida, Online | This Classroom Educator course introduces individuals to the principles and instructional practices of the Orton-Gillingham Approach. Providing the knowledge base to implement OG during classroom instruction or small group intervention, participants will learn skills to carry out a structured, systematic, multisensory phonics based approach. Course content follows the OGA curriculum and explores the reading brain, beginning and advanced spelling generalizations, procedures and strategies beneficial for 95% of students, planning and executing lesson plans, and much more! Practicum: For an additional fee, a supervised practicum with mentorship (5 observations over 50 hours) can be requested after the completion of coursework to fulfill the requirements for OGA certification at the OGCE level. Cost is a flat rate of $200 per observation. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree Fellow: Sarah Rideout, F/OGA | classroom-educator | florida online |
Orton Gillingham Reading Specialists C| Abbe Pedersen | Associate | 2024 – 2025 Online Associate A, Part 1
Cost $3,280 plus materials (~$50) CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION
| Minnesota, Online | The 60 hours of coursework and the 100 hour practicum meet the Academy standards at the Associate level. Optional 5 graduate credits available. Practicum: At least 100 hours of which 60 hours are directly supervised. 2 students which we can provide for you. One at 5 pm Central Time and one at 6 pm Central Time beginning October 2, 2024 on Mondays and Wednesdays. Part 2 is 25 hours to complete the 60 hours. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree
| associate | minnesota online |
Lori Shikuma, F/OGA C| Lori Shikuma
| Associate | 2024 Associate A Online Dates:
Fee: $1,600 (includes Training Manual, phonogram card decks, workbook, and online resource bank) | Hawaii, Online | The coursework meets the OGA Associate Standards. Practicum: A practicum is required for OGA certification. The practicum can be arranged on request after the coursework is completed. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree
| associate | hawaii online |
Lori Shikuma, F/OGA C| Lori Shikuma
| Classroom Educator | 2024 Classroom Educator Online Dates:
Times
Fee: $900 (includes Training Manual, phonogram card decks, workbook, and online resource bank) CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION
| Hawaii, Online | This 33 hour coursework covers the OGA Classroom Educator curriculum. It does not include a practicum, which is required for Academy membership. Classroom Educator Level is intended for educators teaching in a general education setting. The Classroom Educator practitioner is certified by OGA to provide and adapt literacy instruction for the whole class or for small groups needing supplemental support. The coursework provides educators with the basic content knowledge of research-based explicit language instruction as well as the delivery of instruction aligned with Orton-Gillingham Principles. Practicum: A practicum is required for OGA certification. The practicum can be arranged on request after the coursework is completed. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | classroom-educator | hawaii online |
Key Learning Center C| Catherine McKenzie, MSM Certified Teacher | Workshops | 2024 Marilyn Zecher Multisensory Math June 24 – June 28 | In-Person, North Carolina | Based on the Orton-Gillingham approach, Multisensory Mathematics applies the research-based Concrete- Representational-Abstract (CRA) approach to teaching mathematics as advocated by the National Math Panel and the NCTM. Concepts and skills are taught systematically from simple to complex with review and reinforcement to develop mastery. New information is taught through visual, auditory, and tactile kinesthetic modalities to ensure students form a deep conceptual understanding of mathematical operations and language. Practicum: Multisensory Math Level 1 can be followed by a practicum that leads to MSM Certification. Instructor: Catherine McKenzie, MSM Certified Trainer | workshops | in-person north-carolina |
Camperdown Academy Teacher Training Program C| Suzanna Greer | Classroom Educator |
Ongoing | In-Person, South Carolina | The coursework and practicum follow the guidelines of the Orton-Gillingham Academy Curriculum at the Classroom Educator level. Practicum: Scheduled independently for an additional fee. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | classroom-educator | in-person south-carolina |
R.I.E Training LLC C| Sarah Rideout, F/OGA | Associate | 2024 Associate A Virtual/Online Part 1: July 8 – 12 Part 2: July 22 – 26 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM EST Registration: $1,500 For registration email Sarah Rideout at: sr.rietraining@gmail.com | Florida, Online | This course meets the standards for Associate level coursework for the OGA. This comprehensive training introduces individuals to the principles and instructional practices of the Orton-Gillingham approach. Providing the knowledge base to implement OG in a variety of settings, trainees will learn about research-based language instruction best suited for teaching reading and spelling. Course content follows the OGA curriculum and explores syllable types and division patterns, spelling rules and generalizations, morphology, planning and executing lesson plans, and much more! Practicum: For an additional fee, a supervised practicum with mentorship (10 observations over 100 hours) can be requested after the completion of coursework to fulfill the requirements for OGA certification at the Associate level. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree
| associate | florida online |
Stern Center for Language and Learning Registration Contact: Course Information Contact: | Certified, Workshops | 2024-2025 Orton-Gillingham Diagnostic Assessment Workshop Series
2024 Aug 5 | 8:30 AM–3:30 PM ET 2025 | Online, Vermont | Assessment is a critical component of designing effective instruction. Effective literacy instruction demands that educators have a deep understanding of the developmental progression of reading skills and know how to link assessment to instruction. This workshop series provides participants with a detailed Orton-Gillingham (OG) scope and sequence for grades K–2. This course counts toward OGA Certified Level training. Fellow: Peggy Price, F/OGA, Amy Ducey, FIT/OGA | certified workshops | online vermont |
Therapeutic Language Consulting at Horizon Academy C| Gabi Gillory-Welsh, FIT/OGA | Associate, Online | 2024 Associate A
Virtual/In Person Cost: $3,000 (includes 10 practicum observations) + $150 for materials | In-Person, Kansas, Online | Orton-Gillingham Training – Associate Level A. This 60 hour course covers all the basic curricular components designed to transfer to a 1:1 teaching. The comprehensive training focuses on the multisensory principles of teaching as well as current research-based language instruction designed to integrate reading with spelling and writing. The class content includes phonological awareness, the history, and structure of the English language, phonology, syllable types and division patterns, introduction to morphology, spelling rules, and generalizations, and the neurological underpinnings of dyslexia. Trainees further gain practice interpreting testing, and planning/delivering individualized diagnostic and prescriptive lessons. Practicum: 100 hours supervised practicum teaching 1-1 (Option A) once the coursework is completed. 10 video observations must be sent, along with completed lesson plan and all student work to training Fellow to view and respond. Follow-up meetings are scheduled to discuss video lessons. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree
| associate online | in-person kansas online |
Blosser Center for Dyslexia Resources C| Jennifer Robinson
| Associate | Ongoing Associate A Virtual – Synchronous Cost: $2,400
| Online, Oregon | The Orton-Gillingham Associate Training coursework (64 hours) follows the standards and curricula set forth by the Orton-Gillingham Academy. The online coursework is conducted live via Zoom. This instruction provides trainees with the basics of the Orton-Gillingham Approach and will allow them to work 1:1 using the Orton-Gillingham Approach under the mentorship of a Fellow. All coursework materials are sent electronically. Upon successful completion of the course, trainees will be eligible to complete their practicum and then apply to the OGA for Associate level certification Practicum: 100 hours supervised practicum over 8 consecutive months, with 10 remote observations performed by the Fellow. Observations: Scheduled individually for an additional fee Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree, fluency in the English Language, experience working with children
| associate | online oregon |
Achieve with OG, LLC C| Colleen Zink, FIT/OGA | Associate | 2024 Associate A In-Person
9:00 am – 4:30 pm $1,600 Location | In-Person, Kansas | This 60-hour course provides the knowledge base for individuals to use the Orton-Gillingham Approach. The Associate Training Course covers the OGA curriculum. It does not include a practicum, which is required for Academy membership. The practicum can be arranged on request after the coursework is completed. This course offers GTRE credits for an extra fee. Practicum: Practicum is offered for an additional fee. Completion of coursework and practicum prepare the trainee to apply for Associate Certification with the Orton-Gillingham Academy. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | associate | in-person kansas |
Therapeutic Language Consulting C| Janet George, ATF/OGA
| Associate | 2024 Associate A Virtual June 10 – June 21 Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 3:30 pm EST Cost: $3,000 (includes 100 hours of practicum and 10 practicum observations) For more information and registration, email Janet George.
| Indiana, Online | Orton-Gillingham Training – Associate Level A. This 60 hour course covers all the basic curricular components designed to transfer to a 1:1 teaching. The comprehensive training focuses on the multisensory principles of teaching as well as current research-based language instruction designed to integrate reading with spelling and writing. The class content includes phonological awareness, the history, and structure of the English language, phonology, syllable types and division patterns, introduction to morphology, spelling rules, and generalizations, and the neurological underpinnings of dyslexia. Trainees further gain practice interpreting testing, and planning/delivering individualized diagnostic and prescriptive lessons. Practicum: A 100 hours of required practicum is required with a minimum of 10 supervised observations after the completion of the coursework. The practicum fee is included in the course fee. The Practicum begins once the course is complete which includes 100 hours of Supervised practicum over a minimum of 8 months and 10 formal observations will be reviewed and discussed with the trainee. Trainees will be invited to a private FB group with allows for weekly participation in ongoing learning opportunities. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree, Completion of the OGA Subscriber Course | associate | indiana online |
Key Learning Center C| Carrie Erb, Executive Director. A/OGA | Certified | 2024 – 2025 Bridge from Basic to Advanced Course In-Person and Live Online Course CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION
| In-Person, North Carolina, Online | A follow-up to the OG Associate Course, and/or Part One of OG Certified, this course is for those who are ready to work with higher-level language concepts. Key’s Level III sequence is presented with a focus on strategies for remediation of the older student. A review of syllabication and spelling generalizations is the bridge from phonology to advanced language skills. The morphological layer of English (prefixes, roots, and suffixes) and a sequence for morpheme instruction are introduced as well as an introduction to syntax and writing strategy instruction. Practicum: Practicum will begin once Certified part 2 is offered in the summer of 2024. Prerequisites: Bridge may be taken as a stand-alone course after Associate or as Part One of Certified. Fellow: Concha Wyatt, F/OGA | certified | in-person north-carolina online |
Fraser Academy C| Colleen Chow, ATF/OGA | Associate | Ongoing Associate A | Canada, In-Person | The Associate level coursework and practicum meeets OGA standards. The training consists of high-quality training in structured, multisensory language instruction that extends from basic phonics, reading, writing and spelling to higher level word attack and writing skills. This approach also gives participants the opportunity to learn the structure of written English through systematic and multisensory teaching techniques. Practicum: The practicum is scheduled on an individual basis for an extra fee. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree, Classroom Educator Coursework | associate | canada in-person |
Fraser Academy C| Colleen Chow, ATF/OGA
| Certified | Ongoing | Canada, Online | This coursework follows the OGA curriculum for the Certified level, Part 1 (50 hours) Practicum: The practicum is scheduled on an individual basis for an extra fee. Prerequisite: Associate level membership in OGA
| certified | canada online |
Orton-Gillingham of the North Shore, LLC C| Kerri McDonald-Schaub, ATF/OGA | Associate | Ongoing | Massachusetts, Online | After completing the Introduction to OG: The First 30 Hours, you may elect to continue on with the OG Associate Level course and practicum which provides teachers with the opportunity to apply the principles of OG instruction in a 1:1 setting. The participant will attend an additional 30-hour course and design and teach 100 lessons under the supervision of Kerri McDonald-Schaub, an OGA Accredited Training Fellow. Graduate Credits: 5 graduate credits available through Fitchburg State University for an additional fee. Practicum: The practicum requires a minimum commitment of 10 consecutive months during which the participant will receive 10 formal observations. For more information, contact Kerri at ognorthshore@gmail.com. This course begins in September 2023. Space is limited. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree Fellow: Kerri McDonald-Schaub, ATF/OGA | associate | massachusetts online |
The Hamilton Institute at Wheeler C| Margot Miller
| Associate | 2024 Associate A Online First 5 Days:
9:00 am – 3:30 pm, EST daily Course cost is $2,600, All coursework and practicum observations will be provided via Zoom. | Online, Rhode Island | This 70-hour online synchronous and asynchronous course will teach reading, spelling, and writing skills using the Orton-Gillingham Approach, a structured alphabetic-phonetic system that engages visual, auditory, and kinesthetic pathways to develop the neural pathways for learning. All coursework and practicum follows the curriculum set forth by the Orton-Gillingham Academy. Associate level training is ideal for all teachers, but especially those educators working with Tier 2 students (e.g., reading and ELL teachers), as well as Tier 3 instructors (i.e., special educators and speech pathologists). The Associate Level course and practicum prepares teachers to apply the principles of the O-G Approach in a 1:1 or small group setting. Individuals seeking Associate Level certification through the Orton-Gillingham Academy may apply to the Academy after the successful completion of the 70-hour course and 100-hour practicum. Six graduate credits are available for this course for an additional fee. The practicum is mandatory for this course. Graduate Credits: Trainees will be eligible to earn 6 graduate credits for the coursework and practicum. Graduate credits cannot be earned without the practicum. For Rhode Island Educators: As of March 8, 2023, Orton-Gillingham Nation is an approved provider under Rhode Island’s Right to Read Act for the Associate Level training. This means that this course leads to endorsement in the area of Literacy/Dyslexia. Rhode Island educators will be able to add a Literacy/Dyslexia endorsement to a valid Rhode Island Certificate. This recognizes an educator’s specialty area expertise as well as indicates an educator has met the proficiency requirements of the Right to Read Act legislation. Individuals seeking Associate Level certification through the Orton-Gillingham Academy may apply to the Academy after the successful completion of the 70-hour course and 100-hour practicum. Six graduate credits are available for this course for an additional fee. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree Fellow: Deb Morris, ATF/OGA | associate | online rhode-island |
The Sally Borden Program at Friends Academy C| Shelbi Randenberg | Associate | 2024 Associate A or B Part 1 Options, Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm EST
Part 2 Options, Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm EST:
Associate B can be arranged Training Cost: $1,650 Virtual – All hours are synchronous. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION
| Massachusetts, Online | The Sally Borden Program at Friends Academy is sponsoring an Orton-Gillingham Institute, which provides a training course for educators and parents. The 60-hour training prepares its participants for the Associate level at the Academy. The courses are designed for teachers who work with students with dyslexia or language-based learning differences. During this training, participants will learn about dyslexia and reading difficulties as well as the following fundamental elements of the Orton-Gillingham Approach: introduction to phonology, basic phonics, morphology and words derived from Anglo-Saxon, Latin, and Greek, strategies for multi-sensory instruction, formal and informal testing and how to use that information for tutorials, OG lesson planning, writing and grammar skills and handwriting instruction, and mock tutoring sessions. Practicum: For an additional fee, the practicum is arranged on an individual basis after completing the coursework. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | associate | massachusetts online |
Vanessa Silver, F/OGA C| Vanessa Silver, F/OGA
| Classroom Educator | 2024 Classroom Educator, Online
| California, Online | This Classroom Educator course introduces individuals to the principles and instructional practices of the Orton-Gillingham Approach. Participants will learn skills to carry out a structured, systematic, multisensory, phonics-based approach by providing the knowledge base to implement OG during classroom instruction or small group intervention. Course content aligns with the Orton-Gillingham Academy curriculum. It explores the reading brain, phonology, beginning and advanced spelling generalizations, multisensory/multimodal strategies, basic morphology, planning and executing lesson plans, and more. Practicum: The OG Classroom Educator practicum can be contracted individually with the instructor at an additional cost. Completing the coursework and practicum prepares the trainee to apply for Classroom Educator certification with the Orton-Gillingham Academy. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | classroom-educator | california online |
Kildonan Teacher Training Institute C| Kathleen Loftus Stewart, F/OGA | Associate | 2024 Dates TBA Location:
| Connecticut | Orton-Gillingham Training – Associate Level. This 70 hour course covers all the basic curricular components designed to transfer to a 1:1 teaching. The comprehensive training focuses on the multisensory principles of teaching as well as current research-based language instruction designed to integrate reading with spelling and writing. The class content includes phonological awareness, the history, and structure of the English language, phonology, syllable types and division patterns, introduction to morphology, spelling rules, and generalizations, and the neurological underpinnings of dyslexia. Trainees further gain practice interpreting testing, and planning/delivering individualized diagnostic and prescriptive lessons. Practicum: A 100 hour practicum follows and can be arranged upon request. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | associate | connecticut |
The Sally Borden Program at Friends Academy C| Shelbi Randenberg | Classroom Educator | 2024 Classroom Educator Course Options:
9:00 am – 4:00 pm EST Training Cost: $1,150 Virtual – All hours are synchronous. | Massachusetts, Online | The Sally Borden Program at Friends Academy is sponsoring an Orton-Gillingham Institute, which provides a training course for educators and parents. The 30-hour training prepares its participants for the Classroom Educator level at the Orton-Gillingham Academy. Practicum: For an additional fee, the practicum is arranged on an individual basis after completing the coursework. Contact Dawn Nieman: niemanville@gmail.com Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree
| classroom-educator | massachusetts online |
Greengate School at Randolph C| Jennings Miller, F/OGA | Associate | Ongoing | Alabama, Online | The Associate coursework (65 + hours) provides the rationale for using the OG Approach with individuals with dyslexia. Components of the course include the brain basis of reading and the essential components of evidence-based reading instruction. It provides a diagnostic-prescriptive approach to assessment, instructional sequences, and lesson planning and delivery for the individual learner. If you live in the Huntsville area and are interested in part time or full time work as a dyslexia therapist at The Greengate School for Dyslexia, the cost of the coursework and all practicum is included in employment. Contact Dr. Hargett for more information about employment at Greengate. No prior experience is necessary. Practicum: Practicum is offered. Contact Jennings Miller to arrange the practicum. Prerequisite A Bachelor’s Degree is required. Fellow: Jennings Miller, F/OGA | associate | alabama online |
Dyslexia Institute for Language and Learning C| Pledger Fedora, Ph.D., F/OGA | Associate | Ongoing | New Jersey, Online | This 60 hour course provides trainees with the basics of the Orton-Gillingham Approach and is intended to provide trainees with the skills that will allow them to work either 1:1 or in a small group using Orton-Gillingham Approach. The course follows the curriculum and guidelines of the Orton-Gillingham Academy. Upon completion, trainees will be able to work with students in a classroom, small group, or 1:1 setting. Associate Option B upon request. Practicum: 100 hours with 10 observations. Scheduled individually for an additional fee. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree Fellow: Pledger Fedora, Ph.D., F/OGA | associate | new-jersey online |
Edison Teaching and Learning Center C| Elizabeth Johnson, F/OGA | Associate | Ongoing | Online, Oregon | The Associate coursework (60 hours) provides the rationale for using the OG Approach with individuals with dyslexia. Components of the course include the brain basis of reading and the essential components of evidence-based reading instruction. It provides a diagnostic-prescriptive approach to assessment, instructional sequences, and lesson planning and delivery for the individual learner. The Part B components include adaptations for classroom instruction. An Associate member is qualified to provide 1:1 and small group instruction under the mentorship of an Academy Fellow (Tier 3). Practicum Requirements: 100 hours supervised practicum teaching 1-1 with 10 observations Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree and the completion of Classroom Educator Coursework | associate | online oregon |
Edison Teaching and Learning Center C| Elizabeth Johnson, F/OGA | Classroom Educator | Ongoing | Online, Oregon | The Orton-Gillingham Classroom Educator coursework (30 hours) provides the participant with skills and the principles of the Orton-Gillingham Approach to provide and modify literacy instruction in the classroom or small groups (Tier 1 and Tier 2). Practicum: 50 hours supervised practicum over 8 consecutive months, minimum, which includes 5 observations of the trainee teaching complete lessons in a group (of at least 2 students) or classroom. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | classroom-educator | online oregon |
Alphabet City Tutors C| Katie Takayanagi, F/OGA | Associate | 2023 – 2024 Associate A & B Virtual – Synchronous Dates:
Practicum Seminar Saturdays: 9:30 am – 1:30 pm
Cost: $4,500 includes coursework and practicum | New York, Online | This course satisfies requirements for both Associate Option A and Option B, as all participants will complete 70 hours of coursework and practicum Practicum: 100 hours Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | associate | new-york online |
Orton Gillingham Reading Specialists C| Abbe Pedersen | Associate | 2024 Online Associate A, Part 1:
9:00 am – 2:30 pm CT, (Mondays – Thursdays) Online – Virtual – Synchronous $3,280 plus materials (~$250) (Includes Practicum)
| Minnesota, Online | The 60 hours of coursework and the 100 hour practicum meet the Academy standards at the Associate level. Practicum: At least 100 hours which includes 60-70 hours of direct supervision. We can provide the students. 20 hours with each of 3 students: one at 9 am Central Time, one at 10 am Central Time, one at 11 am Central Time. Mondays through Thursdays July 15 – August 15, 2024. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | associate | minnesota online |
Low Country Orton-Gillingham Training C| Catherine Hagberg | Associate | Ongoing | In-Person, Online, South Carolina | The Associate level course meets the criteria of the OGA standards. Practicum: A supervised practicum with mentorship (10 observations over 100 hours) is offered to fulfill the requirements for OGA certification at the Associate level. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree Fellow: Sheila Costello, ATF/OGA, Catherine Hagberg, FIT/OGA, Susan Nyman, FIT/OGA, | associate | in-person online south-carolina |
Grace Sharma, ATF/OGA C| Grace Sharma, ATF/OGA
| Associate, Classroom Educator | 2024 Classroom Educator & Associate Level Dates:
8:00 am – 3:00 pm PST | California, Online | The Classroom Educator Course is 30 hours and the Associate course is 60 hours. The courses provide the knowledge base for individuals to use the Orton-Gillingham Approach in a classroom, group, or 1:1 setting. The Classroom Educator and the Associate Training Courses cover the OGA curriculum. It does not include a practicum, which is required for Academy membership. The practicum can be arranged on request after the coursework is completed. 3 GTRE credits available for an additional fee. Practicum: Participants have the option to complete subsequent practicums (for an additional fee) to work towards certification through OGA. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree
Fellows: Grace Sharma, ATF/OGA, Keely Rincon, FIT/OGA
| associate classroom-educator | california online |
Janet Jones, ATF/OGA C| Janet Jones | Classroom Educator | Ongoing Virtual, synchronous Date Options:
For more Information & Registration: https://bluemooseliteracy.com/current-courses/ Cost: $900 Included Materials: Drill Deck, Course Binder, access to over 1,000 digital instructional materials. | Online, South Carolina | This Orton-Gillingham Classroom Educator course provides participants with the knowledge and skills to implement a linguistic phonics-based approach during regular classroom instruction or small group intervention (Tiers 1 and 2). This approach is appropriate for all beginning readers and essential for those who struggle. Practicum Requirements: This course does not include the practicum, which is required for Academy membership. It includes 50 hours of supervised practicum teaching a group of students over a minimum of 8 months. Includes 5 observations by Fellow or qualified supervisor. Practicum spots will be available for an additional fee. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | classroom-educator | online south-carolina |
Camperdown Academy Teacher Training Program C| Suzanna Greer | Associate | 2024 Associate B In-Person Dates:
8:30 am – 4:30 pm Tuition: $1,250 + $300 for required materials | In-Person, South Carolina | The coursework and practicum follow the guidelines of the Orton-Gillingham Academy Curriculum at the Associate level. Practicum: Scheduled independently for an additional fee. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | associate | in-person south-carolina |
The Oregon Dyslexia Institute C| Lynn Lamping, F/OGA | Associate | 2024 Dates:
8:00 am – 3:30 pm PST $2,400 Location: George Fox University – Stevens Building Room 207 | In-Person, Online, Oregon | All coursework and practicum follow the OGA curriculum at the Associate level. Practicum: Available for an extra fee. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | associate | in-person online oregon |
Nancy Redding, F/OGA C| Nancy Redding, F/OGA | Associate, Classroom Educator | 2024 Classroom Educator: In-Person
Associates Level: June 10-14 (in-person) Location: For more information, see attached flyer and registration. | California, In-Person, Online | This course covers the OGA curriculum for Classroom Educator Level (40 hours) for teachers employed at a school, or Associates Level (65 hours) for people desiring to do individual tutoring. This course introduces individuals to the principles of the Orton-Gillingham approach, and provides the knowledge base for individuals to use OG in a variety of settings. It does not include a practicum which is required for Academy membership. Practicum can be arranged on request after the coursework is completed. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | associate classroom-educator | california in-person online |
Nancy Redding, F/OGA C| Nancy Redding, F/OGA | Classroom Educator | 2024 In-Person Classroom Educator:
Location: Westmark School | California, In-Person | This course covers the OGA curriculum for Classroom Educator Level (35 hours). This course introduces individuals to the principles of the Orton-Gillingham approach and provides the knowledge base for individuals to use OG in a variety of settings. It does not include a practicum which is required for Academy membership. The practicum can be arranged on request after the coursework is completed. Practicum can be arranged on request after the coursework is completed. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | classroom-educator | california in-person |
Therapeutic Language Consulting C| Janet George, ATF/OGA | Fellow | Ongoing Monthy evenings from 7:00 pm – 9 pm and by appointment. Cost: $1,500 90 hours of synchronous coursework | Indiana, Online | Fellow-in-Training (FIT) prepares the participant to become an independent Fellow practitioner qualified to train and supervise others in the Orton-Gillingham Approach as well as provide instruction for the learner with dyslexia (Tier 3). It is important to recognize that the 3 year requirement is the minimum number of years. Practicum: 300 hours of supervised practicum over a minimum of 3 academic years beyond the 300 hours at Certified for a total of 600 hours. The practicum includes participation in a minimum of 3 complete trainings over the 3 year period including Associate and Certified trainings. Prerequisites: Master’s Degree in any area of study from an accredited institution and Certified level membership in the Academy. Experience teaching students of various ages and learning profiles. Evidence of continuing professional growth and development in the field of dyslexia beyond Certified level. Fellow: Janet George, ATF/OGA | fellow | indiana online |
Janet George, ATFC/OGA C| Janet George, ATF/OGA | Certified | 2023 – 2024 Saturday classes once a month beginning September 9th – May 2024 8:30 am – 3:30 pm Cost: $3,500 (includes 200 hour practicum) 90% synchronous and 10% asynchronous Contact Janet George for registration information. | Indiana, Online | Certified Level: The Certified level coursework is designed to prepare the Certified member to have the knowledge and skill to provide instruction as an independent OG practitioner. This course includes the rationale for using the OG Approach with individuals with dyslexia at the advanced levels, including using a diagnostic-prescriptive approach, instructional sequences that span basic phonics to advanced linguistics concepts, lesson planning and delivery for the individual learner at any age and level, and assessment for all levels of learner. Training follows the seminal work of Rome/Osman. Minimum coursework hours: 100 hours beyond the 60 hours Associate for a total of 160 hours. Practicum Requirement: The 200 hour required practicum must fulfill the requirements set forth by the OGA Standards of Practice. The 200 hours supervised practicum teaching is beyond the 100 hours of Associate for a total of 300 hours. Includes 10 observations by a Fellow/FIT/ or qualified supervisor. The practicum is with 2 different students: 1 at the lower level of language and 1 at the higher level of language instruction. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in any area of study and Associate level membership in the Academy. | certified | indiana online |
Janet George, ATF/OGA C| Janet George, ATF/OGA | Classroom Educator | Ongoing Cost: $1,000 All coursework (30 hours) is synchronous.
| Indiana, Online | The Orton-Gillingham Classroom Educator coursework provides the participant with skills and the principles of the Orton-Gillingham Approach to provide and modify literacy instruction in the classroom or small groups (Tier 1 and 2). Minimum coursework hours: 30 hours Practicum Requirements: 50 hours supervised practicum teaching a group of students over a minimum of 8 months is required. Includes 5 observations by Fellow or qualified supervisor. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in any area of study | classroom-educator | indiana online |
Sunglow Literacy Consulting C| Jan Ellis-Clements, Ph.D., Fellow/OGA | Classroom Educator | Ongoing Please contact Jan Ellis-Clements to register. Virtual CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION Sunglow will also work with school districts to design a schedule that supports a strong fit for employees and their needs in professional development.
| In-Person, Online, Vermont | The requirements of this course meet the standards set by the Orton-Gillingham Academy. Course: 30 hours of course work instructed by a Fellow/OGA based on the Academy’s required curriculum at the Associate level, 50 hours in a supervised practicum teaching one-to-one under the direction of a Fellow/OGA and 5 observations. Prerequisities: Classroom Educator level requires a Bachelor’s degree
| classroom-educator | in-person online vermont |
Sunglow Literacy Consulting C| Jan Ellis-Clements, Ph.D., Fellow/OGA | Associate | Ongoing Associate Level Options A/B Virtual Please contact Jan Ellis-Clements to register. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION Sunglow will also work with school districts to design a schedule that supports a strong fit for employees and their needs in professional development.
| In-Person, Online, Vermont | The requirements of this course meet the standards of the Orton-Gillingham Academy at Associate Level Option B. Course: 60 hours of course work on using Orton-Gillingham with individuals and an additional 10 hours instruction working with small groups instructed by a Fellow/OGA based on the Academy’s required curriculum at the Associate level, 100 hours in a supervised practicum teaching one-to-one and in small groups under the direction of a Fellow/OGA ( 50 hours working with individuals; 50 hours working with small groups), and 5 observations of individual tutoring; 5 with small groups. Course time: 70 hours (60 on instruction with individuals, 10 small groups) Practicum: 100 hours ( 50 hours individual, 50 small groups) Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree Fellow: Jan Ellis-Clements, Ph.D., Fellow/OGA
| associate | in-person online vermont |
Sunglow Literacy Consulting C| Jan Ellis-Clements, Ph.D., Fellow/OGA | Certified | Ongoing Virtual or In-Person Contact Jan Ellis-Clements to register. | In-Person, Online, Vermont | The requirements for the Certified level meet the standards set forth by the Orton-Gillingham Academy. Coursework: 100 hours minimum (in addition to 60 hours at Associate for a total of 160 hours), by a Fellow, or by a FIT as designated by the Fellow Practicum Observations: 10 Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in any area of study, Fellow: Jan Ellis-Clements, Ph.D., Fellow/OGA | certified | in-person online vermont |
The Bridge Academy C| Ann Marie Harshaw, F/OGA | Classroom Educator | 2024 July 8 – July 21 Cost: $1,000 | New Jersey, Online | This course offers the required 35 hours of coursework at the Classroom Education level and 35 hours toward the 70 hours of Associate level coursework approved by the Orton-Gillingham Academy. An additional 50 hours of practicum at the Classroom Educator level and 100 hours practicum at the Associate level is supervised by a Fellow/OGA and must be completed before applying to the Academy. This can be arranged with the instructor after the coursework is completed. Practicum Requirement: The practicum must be completed over a minimum of eight months with a small group of two or more students. The practicum consists of five observations. Trainees must find their own group to work with. Contact Ann Marie Harshaw for more information. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | classroom-educator | new-jersey online |
Georgia Educational Training Agency C| Brenda Fitzgerald | Associate | 2024 Associate B
8:30 am – 4:00 pm Cost: $1,200.00 + $100.00 book fee due first day of class Location: | Georgia, In-Person | Orton-Gillingham Multisensory 70 hour Training Course. This course will provide an overview of the development of written language, recent relevant research information, and techniques to incorporate knowledge of phonology, morphology, semantics, syllabication, and syntax into multisensory teaching of reading, writing, and spelling. The course will follow guidelines set by the Orton-Gillingham Academy for Associate Level certification. These guidelines also require a practicum Practicum: For those who intend to seek certification, a practicum may be arranged on an individual basis. Completion only of the course work without the practicum will qualify a person for Subscriber membership in the Academy. Prerequisite: Bachelors Degree | associate | georgia in-person |
Georgia Educational Training Agency C| Brenda Fitzgerald | Associate | 2024 Associate B
Location: Cost: $1,200 + $100 book fee due first day of class | Georgia, In-Person | Orton-Gillingham Multisensory 70 hour Training Course. This course will provide an overview of the development of written language, recent relevant research information, and techniques to incorporate knowledge of phonology, morphology, semantics, syllabication, and syntax into multisensory teaching of reading, writing, and spelling. The course will follow guidelines set by the Orton-Gillingham Academy for Associate Level certification. Practicum Requirements: These guidelines also require a practicum, and for those who intend to seek certification, a practicum may be arranged on an individual basis for an additional cost. Completion only of the course work without the practicum will qualify a person for Subscriber membership in the Academy. Prerequisite: Bachelors Degree | associate | georgia in-person |
Learn Literacy C| Cheryl Urbanczyk, FIT/OGA | Associate, Classroom Educator | Ongoing Check website for details | Canada | Coursework and practicum are designed following the Academy curriculum thus fulfilling all requirements and expectations need for the application. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | associate classroom-educator | canada |
Lori Shikuma, F/OGA C| Lori Shikuma | Classroom Educator | 2024 In-Person Saturdays:
8:30 am – 2:30 pm Cost: $900 ($800 for HIDA members) CLICK HERE FOR FLYER AND REGISTRATION. Location: Le Jardin Academy | Hawaii, In-Person | This coursework covers the OGA Classroom Educator curriculum. It does not include a practicum, which is required for Academy membership. Classroom Educator Level is intended for educators teaching in a general education setting. The Classroom Educator practitioner is certified by OGA to provide and adapt literacy instruction for the whole class or for small groups needing supplemental support.
Practicum: A practicum is required for OGA certification. The practicum can be arranged on request after the coursework is completed for an additional cost. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | classroom-educator | hawaii in-person |
Mahattanville College and PNW BOCES C| Tracy McCarthy | Associate | 2024 Associate A
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR ASSOCIATE LEVEL Location: Virtual Cost: $1,100 | New York, Online | Associate Level Training expands knowledge of all topics covered in Classroom Educator. Topics include intermediate phonics and morphology; Latin prefixes, roots, and suffixes; vocabulary, fluency, and writing simple and complex sentences and paragraphs, and learning to read, interpret and use assessment results to plan instruction. There will be mock tutoring with evaluation and critique. Participants will hone their ability to differentiate instruction for students who need challenge and those who struggle. Successful completion of Classroom Educator Coursework is a pre-requisite for this course. Practicum: The Associate Level practicum is offered in the beginning of the fall. Registration is a separate from the course. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree and Classroom Educator level | associate | new-york online |
Manhattanville College and PNW BOCES C| Tracy McCarthy
| Classroom Educator | 2024 Classroom Educator Online July 29 – August 2 CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER FOR CLASSROOM EDUCATOR | New York, Online | This 30-hour course satisfied the coursework for the Classroom Educator Level. All hours are synchronous, and participants should plan to be in attendance for all 30 hours. If an emergency occurs and a participant needs to miss an hour or two of class, they may watch the recording prior to the next day of coursework. Graduate Credits: If you would like to take the course for graduate credit, here is the link: https://connect.mville.edu/apply/ Practicum: Practicum will also be offered through Manhattanville/PW Boces. It is a separate registration from this course and may be taken for 6 graduate credits during the 2024-2025 school year. You may reach out to Tracy McCarthy if you are interested in securing a spot for practicum. Additional information about the course and coursework Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree
| classroom-educator | new-york online |
OG Answers LLC C| Diane Mayer | Associate | 2024 Associate A In-Person
8:00 am -4:00 pm $1,600 (includes over $100 in materials) Location | Colorado, In-Person | This 60-hour course provides the knowledge base for individuals to use the Orton-Gillingham Approach in a classroom, group, or 1:1 setting. The Associate Training Course covers the OGA curriculum. It does not include a practicum, which is required for Academy membership. The practicum can be arranged on request after the coursework is completed. This course offers GTRE credits through CU Boulder for an extra fee. Practicum: Practicum is offered for an additional fee. Subsequent Associate Practicum for 1:1 tutoring to be contracted individually with the instructor for an additional cost. Completion of coursework and practicum prepare the trainee to apply for Associate Certification with the Orton-Gillingham Academy Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | associate | colorado in-person |
Blueprint Shoreline Reading Specialists C| Betsy Kessler | Associate | 2024 Online via Zoom March 14-15 and March 21-22 Cost $1,600 (additional fee of $40 to mail materials)
| Connecticut, Online | The Associate level course builds on the Classroom Educator course and prepares practitioners to work one-on-one with students with dyslexia. This coursework delves deeper into topics such as vocabulary, morphology, advanced lesson planning, dyslexic brain, testing, and student learning profiles. Practicum: A practicum is required for Academy membership and can be arranged by request. Prerequisite: Course 1, OG Associate 30 hour coursework, Bachelor’s Degree | associate | connecticut online |
The Oregon Dyslexia Institute C|Lynn Lamping, F/OGA | Fellow | Ongoing | Oregon | Coursework and practicum follows the OGA curriculum. Prerequisite: Masters Degree | fellow | oregon |
The Oregon Dyslexia Institute C| Lynn Lamping, F/OGA | Certified | 2024 Dates:
8:00 am – 4:00 pm PST $1,500
| Online, Oregon | The coursework and practicum follow the OGA curriculum at the Certified level. Approved for 3 college credits Practicum: Available for an extra fee. Prerequisite: Bachelors Degree | certified | online oregon |
The Oregon Dyslexia Institute C| Lynn Lamping, F/OGA | Classroom Educator | 2024 June 17 – June 21 8:00 am – 3:30 pm PST $1,200 Location: George Fox University – Stevens Building Room 207 CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION
| In-Person, Online, Oregon | All coursework and practicum follow the OGA curriculum at the Classroom Educator. Practicum: Available for additional fee. Prerequisite: Bachelors Degree | classroom-educator | in-person online oregon |
Northwest Dyslexia Resources C| Cathy Wyrick, ATF/OGA | Fellow | Ongoing | Oregon | Fellow coursework and practicum meets the standards of the OGA. Prerequisite: Masters Degree | fellow | oregon |
Northwest Dyslexia Resources C| Cathy Wyrick, ATF/OGA
| Certified | Ongoing | Oregon | Certified coursework and practicum follows the OGA curriculum. Prerequisite: Bachelors Degree | certified | oregon |
Northwest Dyslexia Resources C| Cathy Wyrick, ATF/OGA
| Associate | 2023-2024 Associate I: June 24 – 30 (30 hours of coursework, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm) and Cost: $4,000 (includes practicum) CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION & REGISTRATION Space is limited. | In-Person, Oregon | Associate coursework meets the standards of the OGA and leads to certification. This course is a mixture of lecture, practice/activities and discussions of required readings. The school year classes include in-depth discussions of issues with practicum students. It includes a manual (Sounds to Words); phonogram and rule cards; and a book of decodable text. Sounds to Words has at least one page of information/practice for each phonogram, rule and generalization. The manual provides an easy reference for procedures practiced in class. Materials are designed to move slowly enough for the most impacted students to succeed. Practicum: Practicum is a requirement of this course. It is done throughout the 2023/24 school year. The second set of classes run through the school year in order to coordinate with the practicum. Practicum observations may be in person or by Zoom. Prerequisite: Bachelors Degree | associate | in-person oregon |
Dyslexia Resource Trust in partnership with The Schenck School C| Loretta Edmond
T| 404-252-2591 | Workshops | Ongoing | Georgia | BEYOND THE BASICS Beyond the Basics will review the Orton-Gillingham Approach and the concepts learned in the Classroom Educator Class. Some morphology (prefixes and suffixes) and accenting will be covered. In addition, elements of contextual reading – vocabulary, fluency, and reading comprehension – will be incorporated. Participants will be taught how to administer informal assessment measures and design lesson plans. Prerequisite: Classroom Educator (within the last two years). Fellow: Janet Street, F/OGA | workshops | georgia |
Dyslexia Resource Trust in partnership with The Schenck School C| Loretta Edmond
T| 404-252-2591 | Workshops | Ongoing | Georgia | EARLY LITERACY This workshop focuses on early literacy instruction. Preschool teachers will learn how to create a solid foundation for reading success and identify students with red flags for reading difficulty. Concepts covered will include some basic research around reading acquisition, phonological and phonemic awareness, oral language, letter naming, sequencing, handwriting, and the sound-symbol concepts of phonics. Prerequisite: None Fellow: Janet Street F/OGA | workshops | georgia |
Stern Center for Language and Learning Registration Contact: Course Information Contact: | Certified, Workshops | 2024 Certified Level Coursework & Workshops
* For anyone looking for an “OG Jumpstart” to review and sharpen OG teaching skills. | Online, Vermont | For Certified level, participants must be a member of the Academy at the Associate level. Fellow: Peggy Price, F/OGA | certified workshops | online vermont |
Orton Gillingham Reading Specialists C| Abbe Pedersen | Associate | 2024 – 2025 Associate A, Part 2 Dates: September 14, 2024 – February 6, 2025 22 Synchronous Online, and 3 asynchronous Cost: $2,480 | Minnesota, Online | The 60 hours of coursework and the 100 hour practicum meet the Academy standards at the Associate level. Optional 6 graduate credits available. Practicum: 60 hours directly supervised. 2 students which we can provide for you. One at 5 pm Central Time and one at 6 pm Central Time beginning October 3, 2024 on Tuesdays and Thursdays. This is in addition to the 60 hours of practicum for Part 1 for a total of 120 hours. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree, Associate Part 1 | associate | minnesota online |
Orton-Gillingham Instruction Learning Centre C| Laurie Leason, ATF/OGA | Classroom Educator | Date: Please contact Laurie to arrange your live, online instruction via Zoom. | Online | This online class consists of 30 hours of coursework conducted live via Zoom. This instruction prepares Classroom teachers to use the OG approach in the classroom setting and allows teachers to use direct instruction to bring a multisensory, structured, and linguistic phonics-based approach into the mainstream classroom. The curriculum will include: dyslexia and reading disorders; the rationale of the OG Approach; handwriting; phonological awareness, phonics, syllable division patterns, and spelling; elements of multisensory instruction, diagnostic-prescriptive teaching, and lesson planning; and preparing the application to the OGA for certification at the Classroom Educator membership level. All coursework materials are sent electronically. Upon successful completion of the course, trainees will be eligible to complete their practicum and then apply to the OGA for Classroom Educator level certification. 50 hours practicum available online or recorded lessons for an additional cost. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | classroom-educator | online |
The Reading and Learning Clinic of Manitoba C| Dr. Valdine Bjornson, EdD, FIT/OGA | Classroom Educator | Ongoing
| Canada, In-Person, Online | This 30-hour course offers training for: teachers to use the Orton-Gillingham approach in a classroom setting, specialized tutoring intervention practice, the first step towards a Classroom Educator or Associate Level Orton-Gillingham accreditation (OGA) (with additional lesson plans, observations, and coursework required) During this training, attendees will learn about: Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | classroom-educator | canada in-person online |
Orton-Gillingham Instruction Learning Centre C| Laurie Leason, ATF/OGA | Associate | Date: Please contact Laurie to arrange your live, online instruction via Zoom.
| New York, Online | This online class consists of 64 hours of coursework conducted live via Zoom. Course topics include: Administration of informal diagnostic assessments, creating OG lesson plans, neurological underpinnings of dyslexia and the needs of dyslexic learners, phonological awareness, sound to symbol relationships, reliable spelling patterns, syllable structure, morphemic statue, diagnostic and prescriptive teaching, research based multisensory, direct and systemic instruction, handwriting instruction, vocabulary instruction, basic comprehension skills, developing individualized lessons and preparing the application to the OGA for certification at the Associate level. All coursework materials are sent electronically.
Upon successful completion of the course, trainees will be eligible to complete their practicum and then apply to the OGA for Associate level certification.
100 hours practicum available online or recorded lessons for an additional cost.
Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | associate | new-york online |
ReadSource in partnership with The Schenck School C| Loretta Edmond
T| 404-252-2591 | Certified, Workshops | Ongoing | Georgia | WRITING WORKSHOP Writing, like reading, is a broad term. Under the writing umbrella, we find many important and critical areas for student success. This workshop will focus on the ways we use words to compose sentences and paragraphs. At the sentence level, attendees will work with the parts of a sentence and various sentence structures. Moving from sentences to paragraphs, attendees will focus on generating ideas, organizing thoughts, drafting content, and the editing process. Prerequisite: There is no prerequisite for our workshops but having coursework at the Classroom Educator Level or Associate Level is highly preferred. This is a 10 hour course that satisfies some of the coursework requirement at the Certified Level of certification with the Orton-Gillingham Academy. Fellow: Janet Street, F/OGA | certified workshops | georgia |
ReadSource in partnership with The Schenck School C| Loretta Edmond
| Associate, Workshops | Ongoing Course availability: Offered throughout the school year and in the summers. Days and times vary.
| Georgia | LESSON PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION This workshop is geared toward practitioners working in one-on-one tutoring settings. In the Lesson Planning and Implementation workshop, attendees will use informal evaluations to determine where to begin with a student. They will also understand an OG sequence of skills, how they build upon each other, and learn the essential components of an OG lesson plan and the reciprocal nature of reading and spelling. Attendees will practice how to drill various phonogram decks and use metacognitive strategies to improve working memory in students. During the final day, attendees will design and write specific lesson plans with word lists/phrases/sentences at basic and advanced levels. Prerequisite: This is a 15-hour course. In conjunction with the Associate coursework, this course will satisfy the 70 hours of coursework requirement at the Associate Level (Option B) of certification with Orton-Gillingham Academy. Fellow: Janet Street, F/OGA | associate workshops | georgia |
ReadSource in partnership with The Schenck School C| Loretta Edmond
| Certified, Workshops | Ongoing CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION
| Georgia | READING COMPREHENSION & VOCABULARY This workshop will outline techniques for teachers to improve their students’ reading comprehension skills. The Reading Rope is a visual metaphor developed by Dr. Hollis Scarborough in 2001 to illustrate the various strands that must be intertwined for skilled reading to occur which includes skills necessary for word recognition and language comprehension. This workshop will focus on the language comprehension strand of the Reading Rope, and how it contributes to overall reading comprehension. Participants will understand the importance of building background knowledge, effective vocabulary instruction, and critical thinking skills (metacognition) to increase reading comprehension of nonfiction texts. This is a 15-hour course that satisfies a portion of the coursework requirement at the Certified Level of certification with the Orton-Gillingham Academy. Prerequisite: None but some Orton-Gillingham coursework is preferred. Fellow: Janet Street, F/OGA | certified workshops | georgia |
ReadSource in partnership with The Schenck School C| Loretta Edmond
| Certified, Workshops | Ongoing | Georgia | PHONOLOGY & MORPHOLOGY When closely examined, the English language reveals levels of influences from its origins, conquering countries, and the absorption of cultures along the way. This class will look at distinct time periods in which English underwent changes as well as the impact these changes had on pronunciation, vocabulary, and spelling. The course will focus on the elements and characteristics of each the layer with specific instruction on morphology beginning with Anglo-Saxon affixes through basic Latin roots and affixes. We will also explore the impact of suffixes on pronunciation, meaning, and usage. Attendees will be provided with tools and instructional procedures for teaching morphology to students in lower and upper elementary grades in one-on-one and group settings. This is a 15 hour course that satisfies some of the coursework requirement at the Certified Level of certification with the Orton-Gillingham Academy. Prerequisite: There is no prerequisite for our workshops but having coursework at the Classroom Educator Level or Associate Level is highly preferred. Fellow: Janet Street, F/OGA | certified workshops | georgia |
ReadSource in partnership with The Schenck School C| Loretta Edmond | Certified, Workshops | Ongoing
| Georgia | INTERPRETING PSYCHO-EDUCATIONAL EVALUATION This workshop focuses on gaining a better understanding of psychological testing. The class will help participants better understand the underlying processing issues of students with dyslexia by examining testing instructions such as the WISC-V and various achievement tests. The knowledge in this class will help the attendees learn how to describe students to other professionals and be more diagnostic and prescriptive in their instruction. This is a 15-hour course that satisfies some of the coursework requirements at the Certified Level of certification with the Orton-Gillingham Academy. Prerequisite: None but some Orton-Gillingham coursework is preferred. Fellow: Janet Street, F/OGA | certified workshops | georgia |
ReadSource in partnership with The Schenck School C| Loretta Edmond
| Certified, Workshops | Ongoing | Georgia | GRAMMAR WORKSHOP The Grammar workshop is intended for elementary and early middle school teachers who will be teaching grammar and writing concepts. Concepts covered will include parts of speech, sentence construction, diagramming and more! The emphasis will be on making grammar fun! This is a 10 hour course that satisfies some of the coursework requirement at the Certified Level of certification with the Orton-Gillingham Academy. Prerequisite: There is no prerequisite for this class. Fellow: Janet Street, F/OGA | certified workshops | georgia |
ReadSource in partnership with The Schenck School C | Loretta Edmond | Associate | Ongoing | Georgia | ASSOCIATE COURSE The Orton-Gillingham Associate Level Class is a comprehensive, nine-month class or two weeks during the summer months. The class advances an attendee’s understanding of the specific procedures of the OG Approach and the underlying principles in teaching reading, spelling and vocabulary to dyslexic students. Teachers learn how to instruct struggling readers in ways that unlock the code of reading and spelling. The course is geared for anyone searching for ways to teach dyslexic students, both as a one-on-one tutor or in the classroom. This is a 60-hour course that satisfies the coursework requirement at the Associate Level (Option A) of certification with the Orton-Gillingham Academy. Practicum: Contact ReadSource for more information. Prerequisites: Bachelor’s Degree. Fellows: Janet Street, F/OGA | associate | georgia |
ReadSource in partnership with The Schenck School C| Loretta Edmond
| Classroom Educator | 2024 Online Wednesdays CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION
| Georgia, Online | CLASSROOM EDUCATOR Classroom Educator focuses on the principles and fundamentals of the Orton-Gillingham Approach. This class will provide understanding of dyslexia, characteristics of the dyslexic learner, specific procedures for teaching these students primarily in reading and spelling, and adminstration of informal assessments. Specific areas covered will include phonemic awareness, all phonograms, syllable types, syllable division, short vowel rules, suffix rules, basic prefixes and suffixes, and plural rules. This is a 30 hour course that satisfies the coursework requirement at the Classroom Educator Level of certification with the Orton-Gillingham Academy. Practicum: Contact ReadSource for more information. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | classroom-educator | georgia online |
The Reading and Learning Clinical of Manitoba C| Dr. Valdine Bjornson, EdD, FIT/OGA | Associate | Ongoing
| Canada, In-Person, Online | This 60-hour course offers training for: Learning Disability or Reading/Spelling Difficulty. Teachers will learn to work win a 1:1 setting using diagnostic and prescriptive strategies to allow for maximum student growth. The course includes all topics from the Classroom Educator level as well as:
Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | associate | canada in-person online |
Stern Center for Language and Learning E| proflearning@sterncenter.org Registration Contact: SJ Laskspur Course Information Contact:
| Associate | 2024 Summer CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
| Online, Vermont | The Orton-Gillingham (OG) Approach is the underlying foundation of all multisensory structured language instruction. You will learn both the structure of the English language and how to teach it sequentially and systemically to struggling readers including students with dyslexia. This course meets the requirements for the Orton-Gillingham Academy’s Associate Level certification. Practicum available for an additional cost. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | associate | online vermont |
Deb Morris, ATF/OGA, Orton-Gillingham Nation C| Deb Morris, ATF/OGA C| Katie Takayanagi, Fellow/OGA C| Jenny Singer Harris | Certified | 2024 Certified Online Starts July 23 – July 24; remaining dates TBD $2,400 (Coursework); $3,000 for practicum ($300/observation)
To Register email the Fellows or FIT.
| Online | Coursework and practicum follow the standards and curricula set forth by the Academy at the Certified level. Course is taught by three instructors who are Fellows or FITs of the OGA. Observations may be with any instructor or combination of instructors. Coursework is 100 hours:
Practicum: Practicum participants must have a background check (as required by the OGA) for participation in practicum. Background check resource can be provided upon request. Prerequisite: Associate level membership in the Academy Fellow: Deb Morris, ATF/OGA, Katie Takayanagi, ATF/OGA, Jenny Singer Harris, FIT/OGA
| certified | online |
Priority PD: Priority Professional Development in Reading C| Jean Schedler, Ph.D., Fellow/OGA
| Classroom Educator | 2023-2024 Classroom Educator July 18, 2023 to June 30, 2024 The course will be taught virtually via synchronous Zoom sessions. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
| Maryland, Online | This training follows the Classroom Educator curriculum and guidelines set forth by the Orton-Gillingham Academy. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | classroom-educator | maryland online |
Garside Institute for Teacher Training at The Carroll School C| Ann French | Associate | 2024 – 2025 TBA
| In-Person, Massachusetts | This course fulfills the Academy’s 60-hour coursework requirement for Associate Level Certification. The additional 30 hours of coursework include supplementary Orton-Gillingham theory and practice, and seminars on assessment giving an overview of the new WISC-V, as well as other curriculum-based assessment tools. Trainees will teach reading and spelling skills using the Orton-Gillingham approach, a structured alphabetic-phonetic system that employs visual, auditory, tactile, and kinesthetic pathways to learning. Reading and spelling are treated as interacting disciplines. Using the Orton-Gillingham approach, trainees will learn to individualize tutoring sessions with students. Throughout the course, trainees will attend a weekly two-hour coursework seminar. Practicum: 260 hours of supervised practicum Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | associate | in-person massachusetts |
Blueprint Shoreline Reading Specialists C| Betsy Kessler
| Classroom Educator | 2024 June 17-21 In-person in Madison, CT Cost: $1,600 (additional fee of $40 to mail materials) Registration: email Betsy Kessler at blueprintshoreline@gmail.com | Connecticut, In-Person | This initial 30-hour course meets the requirements for the Classroom Educator certification through the Orton-Gillingham Academy (OGA). The CE course is designed to teach classroom teachers, special education teachers, reading teachers, speech and language pathologists as well as interested faculty and administration about dyslexia. The curriculum includes understanding and diagnosing dyslexia, the educational approach to treating dyslexia, and materials and lesson plan ideas for teaching students with dyslexia. Practicum: A practicum is required for Academy membership and can be arranged by request. Prerequisite: Bachelors Degree | classroom-educator | connecticut in-person |
Kim Bell, M.A., Fellow/OGA C| Kim Bell
| Certified | Ongoing | North Carolina | This training program follows the Certified curriculum of the Orton-Gillingham Academy (OGA). The training focuses on multisensory principles of teaching as well as current research-based language instruction designed to integrate reading with spelling and writing for the middle to high school age student. In addition to class hours, the course includes a student teaching component, follow-up observations, and consultation throughout the following year. The course fee includes textbooks, a training binder, a screening evaluation binder, and morpheme card decks.
For those wishing to apply for membership in the Academy at the Certified level, a practicum is required. Participation in a practicum can be arranged for an additional fee after the participant successfully completes all training requirements.
Prerequisite: Associate Level, Certified Level Part 1
Fellow: Kim Bell Fellow/OGA
| certified | north-carolina |
Kim Bell, M.A., Fellow/OGA C| Kim Bell | Associate | Ongoing | North Carolina | This training follows the Associate curriculum and guidelines set forth by the Orton-Gillingham Academy. The training includes student teaching which allows teachers to practice skills with a student while being observed and critiqued. In addition to coursework hours the training includes follow-up observations and consultation throughout the following year. The instructional content is specifically designed to address the needs of the elementary-aged student who exhibits reading and language learning difficulties. The course fee includes four textbooks, a training binder, a screening evaluation binder, and a phono card deck.
For those wishing to apply for membership in the Academy at the Associate level, a practicum is required. Participation in a practicum can be arranged for an additional fee after the participant successfully completes all training requirements.
Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree
Fellow: Kim Bell, F/OGA
| associate | north-carolina |
The Bridge Academy C| Ann Marie Harshaw, F/OGA | Associate | 2024 Associate A & B July 8 – July 12 (Monday – Friday) AND July 22 – July 26 (Monday – Friday) 8:00 am – 3:30 pm EST | New Jersey, Online | This 70 hour course is designed for those who want to work with students one-to-one. The course covers the Orton-Gillingham Approach, dyslexia, phonemic awareness, phonology and morphology, assessment, syllable types and division rules, vocabulary, spelling, reading comprehension and fluency, the history of the English language and much more. Trainees will receive a pre-made binder, sound cards, and other resources. Practicum: The practicum must be completed over a minimum of eight months with one student. The trainee must find their own student. The practicum consists of ten observations. Contact Ann Marie Harshaw for more information. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | associate | new-jersey online |
The Fletcher School C| Laura Hutchison, Rankin Institute Program Coordinator | Associate, Classroom Educator | Ongoing in the Summers
| North Carolina | This seminar follows the Associate curriculum guidelines established by the OGA which includes classroom instruction, selected readings, and supervised teaching. Following this coursework, those interested in pursuing the Associate level credential with OGA must complete 100 hours of supervised teaching. This practicum may be arranged though The Rankin Institute or individually with the instruction Fellow. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degere | associate classroom-educator | north-carolina |
Stern Center for Language and Learning Registration Contact: Course Information Contact: | Classroom Educator | 2024 Summer | Online, Vermont | Introduction to the Orton-Gillingham Approach – Classroom Educator Level The Orton-Gillingham Approach is the underlying foundation of all multisensory, structured language instruction. Orton-Gillingham (OG) is biologically and linguistically sound, diagnostic and prescriptive, and structured yet flexible to the needs of each student. If you work with struggling readers, you will learn both the structure of the English language and how to teach it sequentially. In this 5-day course, participants will gain a basic understanding of the OG Approach and how to develop an OG lesson. Participants will learn about the reading brain and dyslexia, phonology, spelling patterns, the history of the English language, and morphology. Practicum available for an additional cost. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | classroom-educator | online vermont |
Fraser Academy C| Colleen Chow, ATF/OGA | Classroom Educator | Ongoing Classroom Educator Winter (2024)
| Canada, In-Person | This course covers the OGA Classroom Educator curriculum coursework (40 hours) and is intended for educators working at a school in a classroom or small group setting. It does not include practicum which is required to attain membership with OGA. It is also the prerequisite for the Associate course for those wishing to work 1:1 with students. Practicum: The practicum is scheduled on an indiviual basis for an extra fee. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree and the OGA Subscriber Course | classroom-educator | canada in-person |
The Southport School C| Erin Colon | Workshops | Connecticut | Collaborative Professional Development Southport School teachers and collaborators, this workshop series will share strategies for working with students with learning differences at home and in the classroom. Parents, teachers, and administrators are invited to learn more about how we can work as a community to impact the nearly 1 in 5 students with learning and attention issues, including the 1 in 10 with dyslexia, in our schools. Fellow: Theresa Collins, F/OGA | workshops | connecticut | |
The Southport CoLab C| Theresa Collins | Associate | Ongoing | Connecticut, Online | The Associate Level coursework is designed to hone the trainee’s ability to provide diagnostic and prescriptive instruction in a one-to-one remedial setting. In addition, it exposes the trainee to higher levels of language instruction than can be provided in the initial Classroom Educator course. This Associate Part II includes but is not limited to morphology; assessment, both formal and informal; vocabulary, comprehension, and fluency; and the writing process. Additional emphasis will be on developing lesson plans and student profiles in preparation for the trainee’s application to the OGA at the Associate Level. Practicum: This course does NOT include the practicum, which is required for Academy membership at the Associate level. The practicum can be arranged for an additional fee. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree, Successful completion of Classroom Educator Coursework | associate | connecticut online |
Stephen Gaynor School C| Ann Edwards, Accredited Training Fellow/OGA | Classroom Educator | Ongoing | New York | A five-day training program introducing participants to the Orton-Gillingham multisensory reading approach and how it is used in the classroom. The course follows the curriculum and guidelines of the Orton-Gillingham Academy. Orton-Gillingham is an instructional approach intended primarily for use with persons who have difficulty with reading, spelling, and writing of the sort associated with dyslexia. This course is approved for 30 CTLE credit hours. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | classroom-educator | new-york |
Green River Literacy and Learning Center C| Laurie Cousseau | Associate | Ongoing Note: Available for off-site training domestically and internationally
| Massachusetts, Various Locations | Note: The Classroom Educator module can be applied towards the Associate Level. This 60 hour course is designed for both a 1:1 remedial or small group setting. This comprehensive training focuses upon the multisensory principles of teaching as well as evidence-based reading instruction. The course content involves a deep dive into: the neurological underpinnings of dyslexia, the history and structure of the English Language, phonological and phonemic awareness, speech sounds/articulation, phonics including spelling generalizations, syllable types and division patterns, an introduction to morphology, and practice designing and delivering diagnostic and prescriptive lesson.This course fulfills the curricula and standards set forth by the OGA at the Associate level. A 100 hour practicum follows and can be arranged upon request. Graduate Credit available. Prerequisite: Bachelors Degree | associate | massachusetts various-locations |
Kildonan Teacher Training Institute C| Kathleen Loftus Stewart, F/OGA | Certified | Ongoing | Connecticut, Online | Certified Level – Course I Certified Level – Course II Certified Level I course includes the following topics: -Knowledge of dyslexia and reading disabilities Certified Level — Course II Certified Level II course includes the following topics: -The stages of words attack and the O.G. lesson plan Prerequisites: Bachelor’s Degree; Member of the Academy at the Associate level | certified | connecticut online |
Liisa Freure, M.Ed., OCT, F/OGA T| 416.433.9580
| Certified | Ongoing
| Canada | Orton-Gillingham Training – Certified level. 100 hour course plus an additional 200 hour practicum fulfills the requirements of the Academy at the Certified level. Contact Liisa Freure for upcoming training opportunities. Prerequisite: Bachelors Degree | certified | canada |
Orton-Gillingham Academy | Subscriber | Ongoing | Online | The cost of the course is $49, and payable to OGA through Paypal. You do not need a Paypal account to use Paypal. Yearly Subscriber membership dues are $50, payable to OGA through Paypal after completion of coursework. A 10 hour on-line Subscriber Course offering an overview of the Orton-Gillingham Approach. The course follows the Academys Subscriber curriculum. Those who complete the course will be eligible to join the Academy upon completion of an application and payment of the Subscriber dues. It is our mission to teach the widest possible audience what dyslexia is and what its treatment should be. This course was developed by Fellows of the Academy. | subscriber | online |
The Claremont School C| Evelyn Reiss, F/OGA | Workshops | Ongoing | Canada | Claremont School provides a number of workshops and lectures, on a variety of dyslexia-related topics including, Dyslexia and Brain-based Research, Orton-Gillingham Linguistic Therapy, Orton-Gillingham Math and Writing Curricula at Claremont and the Emotional and Social Aspects of Learning Disabilities. Fellow: Evelyn Reiss, B.Sc., B.Ed., M.A. | workshops | canada |
The Bridge Academy C| Ann Marie Harshaw, F/OGA | Certified | 2024 Certified Level Part 1 Course July 15 – July 17 AND August 1 – August 3 8:00 am – 5:00 pm EST Fee: $1,500 | New Jersey, Online | Certified Course Part 1: The 50 hour course will be over six days plus two extra hours of homework. This course follows the Academy’s curriculum at the Certified level, and is for those individuals who have completed the Associate level practicum, applied to the Academy for certification at the Associate level, and can provide a letter from their Supervising Fellow attesting to completion of the Associate level coursework. Certified Course Part 1 and 2 can be taken in any order. Practicum: Trainees will need find their own students to work with. The practicum is an additional fee. Contact Ann Marie Harshaw at aharshaw@banj.org for more information. Prerequisite: Associate Level membership in OGA
| certified | new-jersey online |
Dyslexia Institute of Minnesota/The Reading Center T| 507.288.5271 | Certified | Ongoing Online CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION.
| Minnesota, Online | Orton-Gillingham Training Class – Certified Level. “Advanced Training Institute with Practicum.” Comprehensive class covering the general history of the English language, advanced structure of the English language along with roots and affixes as they relate to reading and spelling, grammar, written expression, preparation of lesson plans, and practicum. Graduate credits available. Prerequisite: Bachelors Degree | certified | minnesota online |
David Katz, F/OGA T| 732.548.3451 | Certified | Ongoing | New Jersey, New York | Orton-Gillingham Training – Certified Level. This program of instruction follows the curricula and guidelines of the Academy. It involves 100 hours of coursework and a practicum of 200 hours. Required course work and practicum are designed to meet all Academy curricular and practice criteria used in reviewing applications for Certified membership. Course work to be conducted in Brooklyn. Practicum locations to be arranged. Prerequisites: Bachelors Degree and Associate Level Membership | certified | new-jersey new-york |
Amy Bailin Consulting, Inc. C| Amy Bailin, F/OGA | Certified | Ongoing | New York | Partial Certified Course/Individualized practicum for Associate and Certified Levels. For trainees who were unable to enroll or complete practice at Associate or Certified levels. Additional coursework required; to be determined at interview. Prerequisite: Completion of coursework at appropriate level, personal interview, recommendation of Fellow | certified | new-york |
Ann Edwards, Accredited Training Fellow/OGA T| 917.669.0560 | Certified | Ongoing | New York | Orton-Gillingham Training – Complete Certified Level. Coursework and practicum designed to meet all the Academy standards at the Certified Level following the curriculum and guidelines of Academy. Prerequisite: Bachelors Degree, Associate Level Membership | certified | new-york |
Camp Spring Creek C| Susie van der Vorst | Certified | Certified Level 1 Ongoing in the Summer and Fall | North Carolina | Certified Level Training, Part I and Part II. This program contains a continuation of curricular material designed to meet the criteria used by the Academy in reviewing applications for Certified membership. It includes: study of advanced morphology, advanced word structure, grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, study skills, systematic and sequential written expression, creating criterion referenced tests, understanding of psychological, sociological, educational factors affecting older children; educational evaluation and informal screening. Participants who wish to apply to the Academy at the Certified Level must enroll in a total 200 hour practicum (100 hours per level of instruction). Parts I and II, combined with the practicum, are designed to meet the criteria used by the Academy in its review of applicants for membership at the Certified level. Prerequisites: Bachelors Degree Fellow: Susie van der Vorst, F/OGA | certified | north-carolina |
Triad Academy at Summit School T| 336.722.2777 | Certified | Ongoing | North Carolina | This program contains curricular material that partially meets requirements prescribed for Certified membership in the Orton-Gillingham Academy. This includes psychological, sociological, educational factors affecting older children; educational evaluation and informal screening; age appropriate teaching technique and assistive technologies, advanced morphology; history and structure of the English language; study skills, reading comprehension; grammar; vocabulary, and written expression. Prerequisite: Bachelors Degree | certified | north-carolina |
Blosser Center for Dyslexia Resources C| Danielle Schneider | Certified | Ongoing | Oregon | Orton-Gillingham Training-Certified Level. This ongoing program is comprised of 145 hours of coursework and 300 hours of practicum. It follows the curriculum guidelines of the Academy and is designed to meet all the Academys standards at the Certified level. The program spans a two-year period. Five college credits may be earned in connection with this program. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | certified | oregon |
Marcia P. Mann, F/OGA T| 843.363.2242 | Certified | Ongoing | South Carolina | Orton-Gillingham Training Certified Level. Coursework and practicum follow the curricula guidelines of the Academy. Please call for further information. Prerequisite: Bachelors Degree; Academy certification at the Associate Level | certified | south-carolina |
Kildonan Teacher Training Institute C| Kathleen Loftus Stewart, F/OGA
| Fellow | Ongoing | Connecticut | Orton-Gillingham Training – Fellow Level A three-year course which includes co-teaching, careful supervision of course planning, additional instruction and mentoring to fulfill Academy criteria; required readings; 300 hours of supervised practicum. Prerequisite: Master’s degree; Certified level membership | fellow | connecticut |
Marcia P. Mann, F/OGA T| 843.363.2242 | Fellow | Ongoing | South Carolina | Orton-Gillingham Training – Fellow Level. Three year course designed to fulfill Academy requirements at the Fellow level which includes 300 hours of practicum, co-teaching, supervision, observation and structuring and implementing the O-G syllabus. Please call for further information. Prerequisite: Masters Degree; Academy certification at the Certified Level | fellow | south-carolina |
Camp Spring Creek Training and Outreach Center C| Susie van der Vorst, F/OGA | Subscriber, Workshops | Ongoing | North Carolina | Subscriber Course: This is a 10-12 hour overview of the Orton-Gillingham approach for parents, teachers, administrators, psychologists, speech-language pathologists, and those in related fields. This program fulfills all requirements for Subscriber level membership in the the Academy. Tuition includes the Academys membership fee for one year. Guest speakers will be speaking on an array of topics throughout the year Fellow: Susie van der Vorst, F/OGA | subscriber workshops | north-carolina |
Key Learning Center C| Carrie Erb, Executive Director, A/OGA | Associate | 2024-2025 Associate In-Person: June 2024 or Live Online: July 2024 – April 2025 CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
| In-Person, North Carolina, Online | Coursework and Training meet the Academy’s standards at the Associate level. Key Learning Center’s Orton-Gillingham Associate Course is offered in two formats, in-person and live online. Course begins in summer, 2024. Please see brochure for complete details. Coursework meets the OGA Associate standards followed by a practicum that can be at the OGA Associate or OGA Classroom Educator level. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree and Key’s Foundations course | associate | in-person north-carolina online |
Blosser Center for Dyslexia Resources C| Jennifer Robinson | Classroom Educator | Ongoing Virtual – Synchronous Cost: $1,200 | Online, Oregon | The Orton-Gillingham Classroom Educator Training coursework (40 hours) follows the standards and curricula set forth by the Orton-Gillingham Academy. The online coursework is conducted live via Zoom. This instruction prepares Classroom teachers to use the OG Approach in the classroom setting and allows teachers to use direct instruction to bring a multisensory, structured, and linguistic phonics-based approach into the mainstream classroom. All coursework materials are sent electronically. Upon successful completion of the course, trainees will be eligible to complete their practicum and then apply to the OGA for Classroom Educator level certification. Practicum: 50 hours supervised practicum over 8 consecutive months, with 5 remote observations performed by the Fellow. Observations: Scheduled individually for an additional fee Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree, fluency in the English Language, experience working with children | classroom-educator | online oregon |
Camperdown Academy Teacher Training Program C| Christine Smith, FIT/OGA | Certified | Ongoing | In-Person, South Carolina | The OG Certified Level training includes 100 contact hours of coursework and 200 hours of supervised practicum. The practicum must span two years. At Camperdown Academy, the coursework also spans two years as it is divided into two intensive workshops: Course 1 and Course 2. The courses may be taken in any order; they are not sequential. Qualified trainees may also receive three hours of graduate credit for each course. Participation in this course requires a Bachelor’s degree, successful completion of the Associate Level Training, and documentation of at least four observations by a Fellow. The course objectives conform to the Orton-Gillingham Academy’s guidelines. Practicum: If you are interested in pursuing Certified Level membership in the Academy, the two-year practicum will incur a separate fee. The cost of observations will be determined by the Fellow when they are scheduled. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree, successful completion of the Associate Level coursework, and documentation from at least four OG practicum observations along with the recommendation of your practicum supervisor. Fellow: Suzanna Greer, F/OGA, Christine Smith, FIT/OGA | certified | in-person south-carolina |
Camp Spring Creek C| Susie van der Vorst, F/OGA | Associate | Ongoing | North Carolina | Associate Level Training This course contains more than the required curricula for the Associate Level of the Orton-Gillingham Academy, including: characteristics of dyslexia, functions of the brain, psychological, sociological, educational factors; phonology, educational evaluation and informal screening; age appropriate teaching technique, history and structure of the English language. We have had experienced OGA members glean valuable information from even this course. Participants are strongly encouraged to complete a subsequent 100-hour practicum and application for Associate Membership in the Academy. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | associate | north-carolina |
Laurie E. Cuddy, F/OGA T| 541.535.3477 | Associate | Ongoing | Oregon | Orton-Gillingham Associate Level Training. Course and practicum based on the Academys standards. Topics: dyslexia, phonology and morphology, the motor component and writing process, lesson planning, the effectiveness and the Orton-Gillingham approach, and the Academys structure requirements. Prerequisite: Bachelors Degree | associate | oregon |
Sandhills School T| 803.695.1400 | Associate | Ongoing | South Carolina | Orton-Gillingham Training – Complete Associate Level Training. Sixty hours required course work plus practicum are designed to meet all Academy curricular and practice criteria used in reviewing applications for Associate membership. Prerequisite: Bachelors Degree | associate | south-carolina |
Riverside School C| Cynthia Davis, F/OGA | Associate | 2024 – In Person Associate A Wednesdays & Saturdays
Fee: $1,700 Link to full course information
| In-Person, Virginia | The Orton-Gillingham Approach to Teaching Reading and Spelling through Riverside School’s 60-hour Associate Class for Winter 2022 meets the OGA standards. We are looking to form a diverse class of curious and motivated learners who can prioritize the rigorous demands of the class and whose primary goal is to gain knowledge and skill for teaching those with dyslexia. This class does not certify you, but it provides all 60 hours of coursework required for Associate Level OGA certification. At the end of the course, individuals interested in pursuing Associate Level Certification with the Academy and who need the 100-hour practicum are welcome to interview for our limited Associate Practicum spots which lead to certification. Practicum: After completing all 60 hours of coursework, individuals interested in pursuing Associate Level Certification with the Academy may contact Cynthia Davis, Riverside School’s Fellow of Record, for her availability to supervise the 100-hour, 8 to 12-month Associate Practicum required for certification. Normally the cost of this practicum is covered by tutoring fees paid by the family of the practicum student. Prerequisite: Bachelor’sDegree | associate | in-person virginia |
The Claremont School C| Evelyn Reiss, B.Sc., B.Ed., M.A., F/OGA | Certified | Ongoing | Canada | Orton-Gillingham Training – Certified Level. The coursework and practicum are designed to meet the criteria used by the Academy in its review of applicants for Certified Level membership. Prerequisite: Associate Level training and Bachelor’s Degree | certified | canada |
Dyslexia Institute of Minnesota/The Reading Center C|Barbara Zelinske | Associate | Ongoing In-person and Online Training CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION.
| Minnesota, Online | Orton-Gillingham Training Class – Associate Level. Basic Training Institute with Practicum. Comprehensive class covering the general history and structure of the English language along with phonological awareness, sound/symbol relationships for reading and spelling, syllable types and divisions, spelling rules and generalizations, plurals, possessives, preparation of lesson plans and practicum. Graduate credits available. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | associate | minnesota online |
Dyslexia Institute for Language and Learning C| Pledger Fedora, Ph.D., F/OGA | Classroom Educator | Ongoing | New Jersey, Online | The 30-hour Classroom Educator course introduces participants to the Orton-Gillingham approach and how it is used in the classroom. The course meets the Academy standards for the Classroom Educator level. Upon completion, trainees will be able to work with students in a classroom or small group setting using the Orton-Gillingham Approach. Practicum: 50 hours supervised practicum teaching a group of students over a minimum of 8 months. Includes 5 observations. Scheduled individually for an additional fee. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | classroom-educator | new-jersey online |
Ann Edwards, Accredited Training Fellow/OGA Office| 917.699.0560 | Associate | Ongoing | New York | Orton-Gillingham Training -Complete Associate Level. Coursework and practicum designed to meet requirements prescribed for Associate Level membership in the Orton-Gillingham Academy. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | associate | new-york |
The Southport CoLab at The Southport School C| Theresa Collins, ATF/OGA
| Classroom Educator | Ongoing | Connecticut, Online | This 36 hour course meets the requirements for Classroom Educator designation with the OGA. It is the first step in preparing teachers to use the OG Approach in the classroom setting and allows teachers to use direct instruction to bring a multisensory, structured, and linguistic phonics-based approach into the mainstream classroom. Practicum: Practicum may be arranged for a separate fee. A practicum, which is required for Academy membership at the Classroom Educator Level, can be arranged by contacting Theresa Collins. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | classroom-educator | connecticut online |
Liisa Freure, M.Ed., OCT, F/OGA T| 416.433.9580 | Associate | Ongoing
| Canada | Orton-Gillingham Training – Associate Level. This 64 hour course plus an additional 100 hour practicum fulfills the requirements of the Academy at the Associate Level. Prerequisite: Bachelors Degree | associate | canada |
Multi-Sensory Language Training Center or LDA-South Fraser Chap. #201 C| June B. Green, F/OGA | Associate | Ongoing | Canada | Orton-Gillingham Multisensory Language Training. Basic Orton-Gillingham. This program is comprised of 70 hours of coursework and a practicum of 125 hours and is designed to meet all Academy standards at the Associate level. Prerequisite: Bachelors Degree | associate | canada |
The Claremont School C| Evelyn Reiss, B.Sc., B.Ed., M.A., F/OGA | Associate | Ongoing | Canada | Associate Level Training 60 hour course following the curriculum and guidelines of the Academy. It includes careful supervision of lesson planning, ongoing instruction and mentoring to fulfill Academy criteria, required readings and supervised practicum. Prerequisite: Bachelor Degree | associate | canada |
Center for Assessment and Remedial Education (CARE) C| Mahjabeen Sadik, F/OGA | Associate | Ongoing Also available in Toronto. Contact Mahjabeen Sadik for more information. | Canada | Orton-Gillingham Teacher Training Course: 60 hours of course work and 100 hours of practicum designed to fulfill all requirements set by the Orton-Gillingham Academy for certification at the Associate level. Prerequisite: Bachelors Degree | associate | canada |
Center for Assessment and Remedial Education (CARE) C| Mahjabeen Sadik | Associate | Ongoing | Pakistan | Orton-Gillingham Teacher Training Course: 60 hours of course work and 100 hours of practicum designed to fulfill all requirements set by the Orton-Gillingham Academy for certification at the Associate level. Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree | associate | pakistan |