Why Study OG for Intervention & remediation?
Because it is the GOLD Standard!
Orton-Gillingham is considered the 'gold standard' for remediation of dyslexia and language-based learning disabilities. This approach, developed so long ago, has stood the test of time as being able to meet the individual needs of learners. As an approach, not a program, its hallmark is individualized lessons designed to match the learning profile of the student. This requires an extensive knowledge base on the part of the teacher as well as a set of planning and teaching skills to support the student as they learn and grow. Its principles of 'direct, explicit, multisensory, sequential, diagnostic, prescriptive' (ortonacademy.org) instruction are the teaching strategies needed for student who need extra support.
Dyslexic students need teaching that meets their needs. OG has shown through time over and over again that it does just that. We need more people trained in methods that will support dyslexics in their ability to be successful at literacy. OG training is now more important than ever!
Associate Training
The Associate Level is intended for practitioners working with struggling readers of all ages, including those with dyslexia, in 1:1 or group settings. The OGA Principles embody the fundamental components of the OG Approach and learning how to apply them in each part of the lesson is a central task of the Associate Level Practitioner. Training is a minimum of 70 hours coursework on the following topics: Reading Acquisition, Word Study & Spelling, Handwriting, Written Expression, Dyslexia & Nature / Needs of Dyslexic Learner, OG Approach History & Principles, Assessment, Lesson Planning.
Associate Training is comprised of Part 1 and Part 2, where each part is 35 hours. It is customary to take Associate Part 1 and Associate Part 2 with the same Fellow. It is not possible by-pass Part 1 and start with Part 2. As well, Classroom Educator training hours cannot be applied to Associate training.
After fulfilling all requirements, each participant will receive a certificate of completion for the training hours.
Trainees may continue their OG learning by choosing the following:
-Associate Level Practicum: The Practicum is 100 hours of supervised teaching, including the submission of ten observations. This involves in-depth review, with feedback, of lesson plans, teaching strategy, and mentoring. It is arranged, at an additional fee, subsequent to the successful completion of the coursework. Trainees may then submit an application to OGA for membership at the Associate Level.
Associate Training Dates
Important Training Details:
-Time Zone: EST.
-Live teaching via Zoom.
Summer 2025
Associate Part 1
-July 21, 22, 23, 24 (Mon-Thurs)- 8:00am-4:30pm EST.
-Includes an additional three hours of asynchronous tasks.
Associate Part 2
-Aug 11, 12, 13, 14 (Mon-Thurs)- 8:00am-4:30pm EST.
-Includes an additional three hours of asynchronous tasks.
Application & Registration
To apply for this session:
- Fill out the Application (link below).
- Email completed Application.
- Send non-refundable deposit of $100 CAD through e-transfer.
- Your application will be reviewed and you will notified regarding its acceptance.
*Note: Further details for application and registration are explained in the 'Application'. Please read them carefully to ensure a complete application.
Training Investment: $1,125 CAD + HST per Part