Dyslexia Advocate Program - EDC-X714E
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Course Description
Credit Validation for Dyslexia Training Institute Participants Only
Participants will learn how to become effective advocates for parents/caregivers of students with dyslexia. This will include: developing an understanding of the Individuals with Disabilities and Education Act (IDEA); FAPE; developing effective IEPs or 504s; how to request and receive appropriate services and interventions; appropriate accommodations; letter writing, dispute processes and resolutions, as they all relate to a student with dyslexia. Participants will complete a case study.
Learner Outcomes
- Define dyslexia to effectively explain it to parents/caregivers and school personnel
- Recognize the role of an advocate and when to refer parents/caregivers to an attorney
- Evaluate IDEA law as it relates to dyslexia
- Locate the state's Ed Code as it relates to Special Education
- Review and understand assessment and evaluations
- Evaluate and develop IEPs or 504 Plans for a student with dyslexia
- Understand the steps to dispute resolution
Course Details
Number of Units: 3.0 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 – Academic Credit Information
The University of San Diego partners with this program to offer graduate-level academic units/credit. To receive units, participants must first register and complete coursework through the external program provider.
Courses offered through the USD's Credit Validation Program are accepted by many school districts and universities throughout the United States. It is the responsibility of the participant to verify district and/or university policies regarding transcript requirements, deadlines, and the applicability of units/credits.
The units provided are graduate-level professional development semester units intended solely for purposes such as salary advancement and credential renewal. These units are not applicable toward a master’s degree or higher degree program at the University of San Diego.
Participants who intend to apply these units toward a degree program at another institution are responsible for confirming that institution’s acceptance of the units prior to enrollment.
Directions to Enroll for Credit
1. Enroll in this course:
- Home Page: Dyslexia Training Institute
- Sign up to enroll: The Dyslexia Advocate Certificate Program
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
- Online Credit Validation Courses for Educators : Courses - Choose One or More