Dyslexia Therapist Training Program: Year 1 (Intro)
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- Austin (Main Campus)
- 120 CPE Credits
- $3,500
The Dyslexia Center of Austin, in partnership with Region 13 ESC, offers a comprehensive two-year, in-person Dyslexia Therapist Training Program for educators seeking to become Certified Academic Language Therapists (CALT), CALT-Candidates (CALT-C), or Texas Licensed Dyslexia Therapists (LDT).
This graduate-level program uses Take Flight: A Comprehensive Intervention for Students with Dyslexia, a Tier III structured literacy curriculum developed by Scottish Rite for Children, designed for students ages seven and up. Participants receive intensive training in multisensory structured language education, including language structure, dyslexia and related disorders, assessment, data interpretation, instructional planning, and ethical practice.
The program is accredited by the International Multisensory Structured Language Education Council (IMSLEC), meets Texas licensure requirements, and aligns with standards set by the Academic Language Therapy Association (ALTA). Through coursework, supervised practice, and implementation of Take Flight, participants build the knowledge and skills needed to deliver effective, compliant dyslexia intervention and advocacy.
Who Should Apply
This program is designed for educators and professionals who are committed to providing high-quality dyslexia intervention and structured literacy instruction, including:
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Classroom teachers, interventionists, and dyslexia specialists
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Special education teachers and related service providers
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Instructional coaches and reading specialists
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Individuals seeking certification as a Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT), CALT-Candidate (CALT-C), or Texas Licensed Dyslexia Therapist (LDT)
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Professionals who hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and are able to commit to a two-year, in-person training program
This training is ideal for those who want a deep, research-based understanding of dyslexia and the skills to deliver intensive, effective intervention using a structured language approach.