Designed to move students on an upward slant, building skills, boosting confidence, and creating steady, measurable progress in literacy.
Learning Tracks
Time Commitment
16-hour introductory course
Prerequisites
None
Earn Graduate Credit Hours
2 graduate credit hours can be earned from Dominican University in River Forest, IL. (Additional fees will apply.)
Who is this for?
Classroom Teachers, Interventionists, Special Educators, Tutors and Caregivers supporting developing or struggling readers through core instruction and targeted interventions.
Get Certified as a Structured Literacy Teacher
$1700 Investment
Learning Tracks
Time Commitment
24 hours (eight 3 hour seminars)
Prerequisites
Completed Structured Literacy Foundations Course
Certification
Structured Literacy Classroom Teacher Certificate (valid for one year)
Who is this for?
From Foundations to Certification: Move beyond the basics. This course prepares Foundations graduates for Structured Literacy Classroom Teacher certification and provides the full eligibility required to secure CERI credentials.
Learning Tracks
Time Commitment
Year-long practicum, working with 2 students for 60 hours each, and four observation sessions with coaching
Prerequisites
Completed Structured Literacy Foundations & enrolled in or completed Advanced Training
Earn Graduate Credit Hours
One additional credit hour earned through Dominican University when combined with Advanced Training Coursework.
Certification
Structured Literacy and Dyslexia Specialist Certification (valid for three years)
Who is this for?
Learners who are enrolled in or have completed Advanced Training coursework and are pursuing Dyslexia Specialist certification with the support of a coach who offers practical guidance and ensures fidelity of implementation of the Slant System.
Keep your expertise sharp and your certification active. Our Continuing Education learning track is designed for Slant System™ Classroom Teachers and Dyslexia Specialists who want to deepen their impact and stay at the forefront of literacy instruction.
By partnering with Slant System™ for district training, you’re not just investing in educator development—you’re transforming the future of literacy education in your schools, empowering educators, and ultimately, improving student success across the district.
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