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All courses are taught  by Sarah Rideout, OGA Fellow. Small cohorts, real support, and instruction you can use the moment you walk back into the classroom.

Continuing Education
Refresher Course
Online
Self-Paced
Dates
Asynchronous
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Cost: $250
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Associate Level Coursework
Online
8:30-3:30 am EST
Monday-Friday
Dates
July 6 - 10, 2026
July 20 - 24, 2026
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Standard Rate: $1,600

Beyond the Course - work with Sarah direclty

Not every educator needs a full certification course. If you're looking for something more tailored, Sarah offers three ways to work together one-on-one or with your school/program.

Have More Questions About the Different Types of Trainings?

What is the difference between Classroom Educator and Associate?

The Classroom Educator level is a 35 hour training that focuses on the fundamental principles of the OG approach. Participants will engage in understanding the characteristics of the dyslexic learner as well as learn about specific strategies, procedures, and lesson planning for teaching those whom reading and spelling does not come easy. This training primarily prepares participants to provide and adapt literacy instruction for the whole class or for small groups needing supplemental support  in a general education setting. Students with greater deficits in reading will need more intensive instruction delivered by a practitioner trained at the Associate level or above. The Classroom Educator course is a stand alone course. CE coursework hours do no apply toward Associate Level training.

The Associate level is a 70 hour course that also covers all fundamental principles, strategies, and procedures of the OG approach. Additionally, in this course, participants are able to take a deeper dive into systematic and explicit instruction with vocabulary, comprehension, fluency, morphology, and more. This training is intended for practitioners working with struggling readers of all ages, including those with dyslexia, in individual or group settings. The Associate practitioner is not certified to provide OGA training or supervision.

What is the cost of an OG training?

Classroom Educator: $800
Associate Level: $1,600

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Am I certified after I complete an OG training

Following the completion of an OG training, you will be awarded with a certificate of completion. However, in order to become a certified member of the OGA, you will need to complete the practicum.

What does the practicum entail?

The Classroom Educator practicum consists of a minimum of 50 hours (OG lessons) with a small group over a minimum of 8 consecutive months. Throughout your 50 lessons, you will complete 5 observations with the Fellow. Following the completion of your practicum, a formal application will be submitted to the OGA.

The Associate practicum consists of a minimum of100 hours (OG lessons) 1:1 over a minimum of 8 consecutive months. Throughout your 100 lessons, you will complete 10 observations with the Fellow. Additional tasks are required. For example, required readings, a student profile (similar to a case study), and the submission of 3 lessons to the OGA. Following the completion of your practicum, a formal application will be submitted to the OGA.

How much does the practicum cost?

Classroom Educator: $200 per observation x 5 observations
Associate Level: $250 per observation x10 observations

I need a quote for the training and the practicum, how much is the total cost?

Classroom Educator: $800 for coursework $200 per observation x 5 observations = $1,800.
Associate Level: $1,600 for coursework and $250 per observation x10 observations = $4,100.

Still have questions? Sarah would love to hear from you.

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