Training at a Glance
Whether you’re delivering daily classroom instruction or leading small-group intervention, Edwards Orton-Gillingham offers a clear and supported path for deepening your knowledge of structured literacy. Each course is grounded in the Science of Reading and aligned to national certification standards.
Explore the overview below to find the training level that’s right for you.
Course Comparison Overview
Level 1
Structured Literacy for Classroom Instruction
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- OGA Classroom Educator Level Training
- IDA/CERI Structured Literacy Classroom Teacher Training
- Course Hours
40 hours
- Focus
Evidence-based reading instruction for Grades K–3 including phonics, decoding, fluency, and comprehension (Tier 1).
- Who It's For
Classroom educators, Parents, Literacy Advocates
- Certification Pathways
- Level 1 EOG Certification
- Classroom Educator Certification (Orton-Gillingham Academy)
- Structured Literacy Classroom Teacher Certificate (IDA/CERI)
- Formats
Self-Paced, Remote (Livestream), In-Person
- Graduate Credit
2 credits (Adams State University)*
Level 2
Structured Literacy for Intervention
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- OGA Classroom Associate Level Training
- IDA/CERI Structured Literacy Dyslexia Interventionist Training
- Course Hours
70 hours
- Focus
Intervention-focused instruction for small-group and 1:1 settings (Tier 2 and 3).
- Who It's For
Special educators, interventionists, speech-language pathologists, reading specialists
- Certification Pathways
- Level 2 EOG Certification
- Associate Level Certification (Orton-Gillingham Academy)
- Structured Literacy Dyslexia Interventionist (CERI)
- Structured Literacy Classroom Teacher Certificate (CERI)
- Formats
Remote (Livestream), In-Person
Level 3
Advanced Structured Literacy and Leadership
Learn More- Aligned With
- OGA Certified Level Training
- IDA/CERI Structured Literacy Dyslexia Specialist Training
- Course Hours
100 hours
- Focus
Clinical teaching, trainer preparation, and advanced diagnostic-prescriptive instruction.
- Who It's For
Level 2 Certified Practitioners
- Certification Pathways
- Level 3 EOG Certification
- Certified Level Certification (Orton-Gillingham Academy)
- Structured Literacy Specialist (CERI)
- Structured Literacy Classroom Teacher Certificate (CERI)
- Formats
Remote (Livestream), In-Person
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Bring EOG Training to Your School or District
Looking to train your school or district staff in the Science of Reading, Structured Literacy, and evidence-based instruction? Edwards Orton-Gillingham offers customized professional development for schools and networks.
Contact us to schedule on-site training or join a session at a local EOG training hub.
On-going Courses
EOG Level 1 Summer ’26 Cohort 1 – Zoom
Level 1: Foundational Literacy Skills Training
The Level 1 Summer 2026 cohort will receive a comprehensive introduction to the Orton-Gillingham Approach with live expert instruction, hands-on practice, and immediate classroom application strategies.Grounded in the Science of Reading, this training emphasizes the critical components of structured literacy, including phonological awareness, sound-symbol relationships, the six syllable types, decoding and word recognition, phoneme-grapheme mapping, high frequency words, spelling, vocabulary, and reading fluency.
Participants will learn how to deliver multisensory, explicit, and sequential instruction that is diagnostic and responsive to student needs. Through a blend of seminar-style instruction, hands-on practice, and ready-to-implement strategies, educators leave prepared to support early literacy development in both whole-group and intervention settings.
This course meets the foundational training needs of classroom teachers, interventionists, and special educators and is aligned with the instructional shifts required by dyslexia legislation and early literacy mandates.
Upon successful completion of all days of this course, participants are eligible for 30 NYS CTLE credits and 2 graduate credits* through our partnership with Adams State University.
*Additional fee paid to ASU.
Includes Level 1 Training Material Bundle
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST
- July 27 – 31, 2026
EOG Level 1 Summer ’26 Cohort 2 – Zoom
Level 1: Foundational Literacy Skills Training
The Level 1 Summer 2026 cohort will receive a comprehensive introduction to the Orton-Gillingham Approach with live expert instruction, hands-on practice, and immediate classroom application strategies.Grounded in the Science of Reading, this training emphasizes the critical components of structured literacy, including phonological awareness, sound-symbol relationships, the six syllable types, decoding and word recognition, phoneme-grapheme mapping, high frequency words, spelling, vocabulary, and reading fluency.
Participants will learn how to deliver multisensory, explicit, and sequential instruction that is diagnostic and responsive to student needs. Through a blend of seminar-style instruction, hands-on practice, and ready-to-implement strategies, educators leave prepared to support early literacy development in both whole-group and intervention settings.
This course meets the foundational training needs of classroom teachers, interventionists, and special educators and is aligned with the instructional shifts required by dyslexia legislation and early literacy mandates.
Upon successful completion of all days of this course, participants are eligible for 30 NYS CTLE credits and 2 graduate credits* through our partnership with Adams State University.
*Additional fee paid to ASU.
Includes Level 1 Training Material Bundle
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST
- August 31 – September 4, 2026
EOG Level 1 September ’26 Cohort – Zoom
Level 1: Foundational Literacy Skills Training
The Level 1 Fall 2026 cohort will receive a comprehensive introduction to the Orton-Gillingham Approach with live expert instruction, hands-on practice, and immediate classroom application strategies.Grounded in the Science of Reading, this training emphasizes the critical components of structured literacy, including phonological awareness, sound-symbol relationships, the six syllable types, decoding and word recognition, phoneme-grapheme mapping, high frequency words, spelling, vocabulary, and reading fluency.
Participants will learn how to deliver multisensory, explicit, and sequential instruction that is diagnostic and responsive to student needs. Through a blend of seminar-style instruction, hands-on practice, and ready-to-implement strategies, educators leave prepared to support early literacy development in both whole-group and intervention settings.
This course meets the foundational training needs of classroom teachers, interventionists, and special educators and is aligned with the instructional shifts required by dyslexia legislation and early literacy mandates.
Upon successful completion of all days of this course, participants are eligible for 30 NYS CTLE credits and 2 graduate credits* through our partnership with Adams State University.
*Additional fee paid to ASU.
Includes Level 1 Training Material Bundle
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST
- Thursday, September 10, 2026
- Friday, September 11, 2026
- Thursday, September 17, 2026
- Friday, September 18, 2026
- Friday, September 25, 2026
EOG Level 1 Fall ’26 Cohort – Zoom
Level 1: Foundational Literacy Skills Training
The Level 1 Fall 2026 cohort will receive a comprehensive introduction to the Orton-Gillingham Approach with live expert instruction, hands-on practice, and immediate classroom application strategies.Grounded in the Science of Reading, this training emphasizes the critical components of structured literacy, including phonological awareness, sound-symbol relationships, the six syllable types, decoding and word recognition, phoneme-grapheme mapping, high frequency words, spelling, vocabulary, and reading fluency.
Participants will learn how to deliver multisensory, explicit, and sequential instruction that is diagnostic and responsive to student needs. Through a blend of seminar-style instruction, hands-on practice, and ready-to-implement strategies, educators leave prepared to support early literacy development in both whole-group and intervention settings.
This course meets the foundational training needs of classroom teachers, interventionists, and special educators and is aligned with the instructional shifts required by dyslexia legislation and early literacy mandates.
Upon successful completion of all days of this course, participants are eligible for 30 NYS CTLE credits and 2 graduate credits* through our partnership with Adams State University.
*Additional fee paid to ASU.
Includes Level 1 Training Material Bundle
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST
- Friday, October 16, 2026
- Friday, October 23, 2026
- Friday, October 30, 2026
- Friday, November 6, 2026
- Friday, November 13, 2026
Need Help Choosing the Right Course?
Still unsure where to begin? Contact our team, we’re happy to help you select the training level that fits your goals, experience, and instructional setting.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the benefits of the self-paced Level 1 training?
The self-paced course provides flexibility for educators while maintaining the rigor of live training. It includes interactive modules, video instruction, and practice activities aligned with the International Dyslexia Association’s Knowledge and Practice Standards.
- Is a certificate provided upon completion of the self-paced course?
Yes. Participants receive a certificate of completion that may be applied toward Structured Literacy Certification through the Center for Effective Reading Instruction (CERI).
- What is the EOG Training Refresher?
The refresher is an on-demand course for educators who have completed Edwards Orton-Gillingham training. It revisits key concepts, routines, and lesson structures to maintain fidelity of practice. It does not provide a certificate.
- Why choose a self-paced format?
Self-paced training allows educators to balance professional development with teaching schedules while accessing high-quality Orton-Gillingham–aligned instruction.
*Important Notes
- All practicum pathways are subject to acceptance and include an additional certification fee.
- Practicum enrollment is limited. Current waitlist extends to Fall 2027 for Level 1 and Fall 2028 for Levels 2 and 3.
- Graduate credit is offered through Adams State University for an additional fee. Credits cannot be combined across course levels.
- Certification through CERI requires passing the KPEERI exam. *Additional fee applies.