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.

Price: $599 per person

Dates and Times:

June 20-22, 2023 Wilson Intro Course 9:00-3:00 pm ET (Severino) virtual

July 18-20, 2023 Wilson Intro Course 9:00-3:00 pm ET (Frisco) virtual

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.

Price: $2,600 per person
You must also purchase the WRS Introductory Set (Steps 1-6), 4th Edition available here: https://store.wilsonlanguage.com/-wrs-introductory-set-steps-1-6-4th-edition-
Start date: July 17, 2023 (must have completed WRS intro course by 7/10/23)

Start Date: August 16, 2023 (must have completed WRS intro course by 8/9/23)

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.

Price: $599 per person

Dates and Times

August 1-3, 2023 9:00 am - 3:00 pm ET

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
Start date: August 21, 2023

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: $259 per person
Registration is currently closed. Please check back for future workshops.

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: $275 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:

May 3, 2023 9:00-2:30 pm ET Fundations K virtual training (Severino)
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May 11, 2023 9:00-2:30 pm ET Fundations 1 virtual training (Severino)
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May 19, 2023 9:00-2:30 pm ET Fundations 2 virtual training (Severino)
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May 23, 9:00-2:30 pm ET Fundations 3 virtual training (Severino)
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