Alternate Route Application: Structured Literacy/Dyslexia Interventionist

In order to receive certification as a Structured Literacy/Dyslexia Interventionist, you must provide a personal statement of no more than 5 typewritten pages that addresses your equivalent qualifications, with an emphasis on documenting equivalent knowledge and skill to that of certification candidates prepared through an IDA Accredited Provider. Section max file upload size 20MB.

In order to receive certification as a Structured Literacy/Dyslexia Interventionist, you must hold a bachelor's degree. Your degree can be in a field other than education. Please upload a copy of your degree or transcript showing completion of your degree. Section max file upload size 25MB.

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Two letters of support from colleagues in the field who hold the same, or equivalent level, of certification. Letters should speak to (a) your competencies with regard to serving the needs of students from a Structured Literacy perspective, with reference to and alignment with the KPS, as appropriate; and (b) their knowledge of your demonstrated ability to meaningfully impact student learning outcomes. Section max file upload size 20MB.

One student (developing reader emphasizing single syllable word reading) case study, complete with background information, dates served, pre-post assessment data, priority scope and sequence established for the student that considers pre-assessment data and background information, discussion of progress/lack of progress, and recommendations in response to post-assessment data. Case study should be no more than 10 pages. Section max file upload size 20MB.

By checking 'I agree', I give permission for CERI to share my contact information with my local IDA branch

I affirm that all of the information provided on this application is true and accurate and fully responsive to the questions asked. I have read and agree to abide by the code of ethics of the Center For Effective Reading instruction that are found within the Knowledge and Practice Standards. I agree to abide by all standards required to maintain my certification, including payment of annual fees and participation in continuing professional development activities. I understand that, once certified, my certification status may be made available to the public.

Please type your name exactly as you would like it to appear on your Certification. (Please do not include designations or abbreviations from other organizations as these will be omitted on your certificate.)