WRS Level II Certification & Advanced Strategies
Wilson Language Training Programs from Drexel University
WRS Advanced Strategies for MSL Group Instruction Course
This three-day (15-hour) course provides strategies, modeling, and practice as participants learn about the critical aspects of WRS small-group instruction, including how to optimally deliver WRS Lesson Blocks 1, 2, and 3. Participants learn about advanced and differentiated instruction for students to further develop vocabulary, comprehension, and fluency skills. This course prepares participants to implement WRS in a small-group setting, teaches how to properly monitor student progress, and provides the pre-requisite for the WRS Group Mastery Practicum. Before participating, individuals must have completed 3 WRS Level I observations or WRS Level I Certification. They must also possess a bachelor’s degree in education or a related field.
DATES & TIMES
July 28-30, 2026 | 9:00 am - 3:30 pm EST
Held over 3 consecutive days via Zoom
ACT 48
Eligible for 15 PA Act 48 hours.
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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 & TIMES
Beginning August 31, 2026
Virtual startup session: Aug 31 @ 4:00 pm EST
ACT 48
Eligible for 90 PA Act 48 hours.
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WRS Steps 7-12 Practicum
In the Wilson Reading System (WRS) Steps 7–12 Practicum, participants focus on advanced word study and application of reading and writing skills with progressively more challenging levels of text. The practicum requires successful delivery of a minimum of 50 lessons with an approved student, and submission of at least three video-recorded lessons for observation and feedback. Before participating, individuals must have their WRS Level I Certification, possess a bachelor’s degree in education or a related field, and be enrolled in or have completed the corresponding advanced coursework (WRS Advanced Word Study: Online Course Steps 7–12).
ACT 48
Eligible for 90 PA Act 48 hours.
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WRS Level II Certification Extension
Participants who need additional time to complete a WRS Level II Practicum may request an extension. Participants may choose a 3-month, 6-month, or 12-month extension for Level II. Participants are permitted a single extension only. A $50 fee is required to cover administrative processing and continued access to practicum oversight.
EXTENSION TERMS
3, 6, or 12 Months (Single extension only)
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