Wilson Language Training (WLT) Programs
Drexel University School of Education
Wilson Language Training® (WLT) Programs
Drexel University is a Wilson®️ Accredited Training Partner and proud provider of Fundations®️, Wilson Just Words®️, and the Wilson Reading System®️ (WRS) curricula.
Available Courses
WRS Introductory Course
This 3-day course is an overview of the Wilson Reading System® and is a prerequisite for WRS Level I Certification. This professional learning is for individuals interested in gaining WRS Level I Certification either working in schools or even tutoring centers.
Dates and Times:
- November 8-10, 2023 Wilson Intro Course 9:00-3:00 pm ET (Severino) virtual
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WRS Level I Certification (includes practicum)
The WRS Level I Certification course is designed to prepare teachers to effectively implement WRS Steps 1-6 with students who are reading and spelling below grade level as well as those diagnosed with a language-based learning disability, such as dyslexia. The coursework is completed online. There are five online observations with a Wilson® Certified Trainer in addition to the coursework.
- Start Date: October 15, 2023 (must have completed WRS Intro Course by 9/25/23)
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WRS Advanced Strategies for MSL Group Instruction Course
This 3-day course is for those already WRS Level I Certified and looking to provide WRS instruction in groups. This is a prerequisite course to enroll in the WRS Group Mastery Practicum.
Dates and Times
- October 16-18, 2023 9:00-3:00 pm ET (Frisco) virtual
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WRS Group Mastery Practicum
This practicum requires successful delivery of a minimum of 50 lessons with an approved group of three to four students reaching WRS Substep 3.1 or higher, and submission of at least three video recorded lessons for observation and feedback. You must have your WRS Level I Certification, a Bachelor's Degree in Education (or a related field), and be currently enrolled in (or have already completed) WRS Advanced Strategies for Multisensory Structured Language Group Instruction Course.
Dates and Times
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WRS Level II Certification Course: Steps 7-12 Practicum
Individuals who have completed Wilson Reading System® (WRS) Level I Certification may seek WRS Level II Certification. This advanced WRS coursework provides in-depth strategies to expand knowledge and practice of the Wilson Reading System. The WRS Steps 7-12 Practicum requires successful delivery of a minimum of 50 full WRS lessons with an approved student, and submission of at least three video lessons for review and feedback which will take place during the 2022-2023 school year.
- Price: $1,350 per person
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Just Words® Virtual Launch Workshop
This one-day course is for teachers who will be implementing Just Words® for students in grades 4-12 or adults that do not require intensive intervention.
- Price: $279 per person
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Fundations®️ Workshops (Levels K, 1, 2, 3)
Fundations®️ Virtual Launch Workshops (instructor-led) provide the practice and guidance needed to effectively begin teaching the Fundations® curriculum at that level.
- Price: $279 for individuals and $2,500 for districts
- If you are a district leader and are interested in offering Fundations®️ Workshops either in person or virtually, please contact Dr. Lori Severino, Wilson®️ Credentialed Trainer and Partner Administrator at las492@drexel.edu.
Dates and Times:
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