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Course Description

Credit Validation for Dyslexia Training Institute Participants Only

This course will provide an overview of the Orton-Gillingham (O-G) approach. Participants will learn terminology used in the O-G approach and V/A/TK strategies, how and why the O-G approach is included in multisensory teaching/learning, phonemes of the English language, and the importance of clearly isolating each phoneme. An overview of the seven syllable types, using real and nonsense words, syllable division and word patterns will be outlined.

Learner Outcomes

  • Define and give examples of multisensory teaching/learning
  • Clarify terminology
  • Identify and demonstrate phonemes
  • Outline and select appropriate keywords
  • Describe and give examples of the seven syllable types
  • Explain and give examples of word patterns

Course Details

Number of Units: 2.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours

Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for educators participating in online course provided by Dyslexia Training Institute.

University of San Diego – Graduate-Level Extension Credit Information

The University of San Diego partners with this program to offer graduate-level extension credit(s) in semester hours through the Credit Validation Program. To earn units, participants must register for and successfully complete coursework through the external program provider.

Credits earned through USD’s Credit Validation Program are widely accepted by many school districts and universities across the United States for purposes such as license renewal, required professional development hours, short-term skill building, salary advancement, credentialing, and potential advanced degree pathways. These units do not apply toward a master’s or higher degree program at the University of San Diego; however, they may be transferable to advanced degree programs (e.g., MA, EdD, PhD) at other institutions that accept external graduate-level credits.


Participants are responsible for confirming acceptance, transcript requirements, deadlines, and applicability of units with their employing district or intended institution prior to enrollment.

Directions to Enroll for Credit 

1. Enroll in this course:

Please Note: USD does not provide course materials, manage instruction, or assign grades. All coursework is evaluated by the program’s instructor or coordinator.

2. Click “Add to Cart” located on the right of this page to purchase units. If this course displays “Request Information,” it means the course is either not yet open for enrollment or has already closed for enrollment.

Transcript Process: Final grades submitted by the program provider will initiate the transcript process. Grades should be submitted within 7 days of the official course end date or the course enrollment deadline—whichever comes last. Participants are responsible for ensuring their mailing address is accurate and up to date in their USD student account to avoid delays in transcript delivery.

Transcript Delivery Timeline:

  • U.S. addresses: 2–3 weeks
  • International addresses: 3–4 weeks

For detailed information regarding the University of San Diego Credit Validation Program, please consult our Participant Guide.

Applies Towards the Following Certificate(s), Professional Programs and Series

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Type
Online (fixed date)
Dates
Jul 27, 2026 to Aug 14, 2026
Course Format
Course Fee(s)
EDU CV credit (2 units) $158.00
Available for Extension Credit
2 units

Section Notes

Audience: K–12 educators (general education, special education, reading specialists), administrators, psychologists, counselors, and education professionals/private practitioners (academic language therapists, tutors, speech-language pathologists), parents, and lifelong learners.  

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, less a $25 fee, if requested within 30 days of enrollment date. There will be no refunds for Credit Validation courses after the allotted 30 days.

Enrollment Open Through: July 27, 2026 - August 5, 2026 (11:59pm PST)

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