2024-2025 Professional Development
The Professional Development series provides continuing education credit for teachers and interested professionals. The courses are designed to provide tools for teaching students with learning differences and ADHD but are beneficial for all students.
Orton-Gillingham Multisensory Training for Teachers
The Subscriber Level
Presented by Kristin Lane, Fellow/OGA, this is a three-part course offered to parents and other professionals to familiarize them with the Orton-Gillingham approach to teaching. This course is an excellent introduction for those who are considering further training in the Orton-Gillingham approach.
Various dates, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Cost: $75. Register here.
Orton-Gillingham Multisensory Training for Teachers
The Classroom Educator Level
Presented by Kristin Lane, Fellow/OGA, this seminar follows the Classroom Educator curriculum guidelines established by the Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practitioners and Educators which include classroom instruction, selected readings, and supervised teaching. Following this coursework, those interested in pursuing the Classroom Educator credential with the Orton-Gillingham Academy must complete 50 hours of supervised teaching. This practicum may be arranged through The Rankin Institute or individually with the instructing fellow at an additional cost.
Monday-Friday, June 23-27, 2025, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Credit: 3.0 CEUs. Coursework Cost: $1,250 (includes handouts and June Orton Book). Register here.
Orton-Gillingham Multisensory Training for Teachers
The Associate Level
Presented by Joanie Gerken, ATFC/OGA, this seminar follows the Associate curriculum guidelines established by the Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practitioners and Educators which includes classroom instruction, selected readings, and supervised teaching. Following this coursework, those interested in pursuing the Associate credential with the Orton-Gillingham Academy must complete 100 hours of supervised teaching. This practicum may be arranged through The Rankin Institute or individually with the instructing fellow at an additional cost.
Monday-Friday, July 7-18, 2025, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Credit: 7.0 CEUs. Coursework Cost: $2,000 (includes handouts and June Orton Book). Register here.
Orton-Gillingham Online Teacher Training Course
2024 Certified Level
The Certified member of the Academy demonstrates the knowledge and skill to provide instruction as an independent Orton-Gillingham practitioner.
Objectives:
1. The Certified member demonstrates orally, in writing, and through practice with students, an understanding of the principles of the Approach.
2. The Certified member understands the nature and needs of the learner.
3. The Certified member can teach the structure of the English language.
4. The Certified member can interpret diagnostic evaluations, administer relevant academic and diagnostic tests, and design specific therapeutic interventions using the Approach.
5. The Certified member can write case histories and progress reports.
6. The Certified member demonstrates competence in case management.
This online training course is available to Associate members of the Orton-Gillingham Academy. The course combines synchronous and asynchronous learning, with content material presented through independent study followed by virtual in-class discussions. The live virtual classes will be held on Mondays for two hours, with three to four hours of independent work assigned for the next class meeting. Some of the independent work hours include a Book Club to study Louisa Moats’ Speech to Print in depth with a Fellow in Training. There will also be three Saturday morning classes. Videos, study guides, activities, and quizzes will be assigned as part of both the synchronous and asynchronous learning activities. The live sessions will be recorded and added to our Google Certified Class Site. While class attendance is mandatory, please let Joanie or Natalie know before the live Zoom class if you are unable to attend the scheduled class. They will let you know how to make up the missed class.
Instructors:
Joan Gerken, Certified Accredited Training Fellow/OGA
Natalie Felix, Fellow/ OGA
Kristin Lane, Fellow/OGA
Jocelyn Gasaway, Fellow/OGA
Christi Kubeck, FIT/OGA
Schedule: Saturday classes via Zoom 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m.: October 12, January 25, March 8 (16.5 S) Monday two-hour classes via Zoom 4:30-6:30 p.m.: November 4, February 24, April 28, May 19 (8 S). Monday Book Club via Zoom Eight 1.5 hour sessions 5-6:30 p.m.: October 21, November 18, December 9, January 13, February 10, March 10, April 7, May 12. (12 S). Practicum Participation - Monday meetings in 2025-2026 TBD: August- May 1.5 hours Monday each month (15 S) 5-6:30 p.m. Coursework Cost: $3,000 for coursework and practicum. For more information about registration, please contact Laura Boggess, Program Coordinator, at lboggess@thefletcherschool.org or (704) 365-4658 x 1119.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations initiated by registrants for Professional Development Training must be received in writing at least ten (10) business days prior to the first session of the course to be eligible for a refund. A $50 cancellation fee will be charged. Cancellations received after this deadline will not be eligible for a refund.