Alternate Route Application: Structured Literacy/Dyslexia Specialist | The Center for Effective Reading Instruction

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In order to receive certification as a Structured Literacy/Dyslexia Specialist, 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 and IDA Accredited Provider. Section max file upload size 20MB.

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In order to receive certification as a Structured Literacy/Dyslexia Specialist, 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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Alternate Route Documentation: Structured Literacy/Dyslexia Specialist

Colleague Support Letters*

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.

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Three Student Case Studies*

Three student case studies, 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 studies should be no more than 10 pages each. Note: • At least one student must require intervention with single syllable word reading. • At least one student must require intervention with multi-syllable word reading. • At least one student must require vocabulary, comprehension, or written response instruction. • At least one student must be in elementary school. • At least one student must be in middle/high school (or, may be an adult). Section max file upload size 20MB.

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Letter of Support from a Parent*

One letter of support from a parent of a student (or the student themselves, if of the age of consent) that describes your relationship to the student, describes the frequency and duration of your work with the student, and speaks to the measurable and observable impact your work had on the student. Section max file upload size 20MB.

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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.

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1 Year Certification
Fee: $300
$150 application fee plus a one time $150 review fee.

3 Year Certification
Fee: $600
$450 application fee plus a one time $150 review fee.

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