WILSON READING SYSTEM® (WRS) LEVEL II CERTIFICATION
This advanced coursework provides in-depth strategies to implement multisensory structured language instruction successfully in group settings and advanced levels of decoding and encoding.
There are 2 separate tracks to obtain WRS Level II certification which include an in-person workshop, an online course through Wilson Language Training® and two practicums. (All 4 parts must be completed to earn Level II Certification) One track focuses on how to implement multisensory structured language instruction successfully in group settings and the other track prepares you to work with individuals at advanced levels of decoding and encoding (WRS Steps 7-12). Read the Wilson Language Training® course descriptions for prerequisites and additional details.
Visit our Certification page for details. Materials are not included in course pricing. All materials can be purchased directly from Wilson Language Training®. (4th Edition Materials for Steps 1-6 are required.)
To Register for the WRS Advanced Strategies for MSL Group Instruction Course. Visit this page.
WRS GROUP MASTERY PRACTICUM
Cost: $1475/person
Prerequisites:
- WRS Level 1 Certification
- Bachelor's Degree in Education or a related field
- Completion of or enrollment in WRS Advanced Strategies for MSL Group Instruction Course
Course Duration: 75 (minimum) practicum instruction hours, 10 hours of required reading (typically completed in one school year). WRS 4th edition materials required.
This course offers 90 CEU credit hours for PA Act 48
There are no scheduled sessions at this time
Please see Wilson's update regarding the extension of the WRS Level II Practicum for the past school year: Update Here.
Complete the registration form and email it to clientsupport@aimpa.org to begin the registration process if no registration link is on this page.
WRS STEPS 7-12 PRACTICUM - NEW 4TH EDITION
Cost: $1475/person
- WRS Advanced Word Study Online Courses (Steps 7-12) - This online course must be taken simultaneously with the practicum. You must register directly through Wilson Language Training for the online course only which has a separate cost. This online course provides instruction in advanced concepts of decoding and spelling to effectively use multisensory techniques to teach more complicated rules of the English language. This course offers 55 CEU credit hours for PA Act 48.
- WRS Steps 7-12 Practicum This practicum is provided by AIM Academy. (WRS 4rd edition materials will be used) Participant must have an eligible student in the fall who has completed WRS Steps 1-6 3rd or 4th Edition. This course offers 90 CEU credit hours for PA Act 48.
Prerequisites:
- WRS Level 1 Certification
- Bachelor's Degree in Education or a related field
Registration for WRS Advanced Word Study Online Course (Steps 7-12) offered only through Wilson Language Training®. Additional cost is $1,000 paid directly to Wilson. Please download and complete the registration form and email to info@wilsonlanguage.com. NOTE: Wilson will not register you for the WRS Level II 7-12 Practicum unless you have registered and paid for the online course.
Course Duration: 75 (minimum) practicum instruction hours, 10 hours of required reading (typically completed in one school year)
Read the course descriptions from Wilson Language Training®.
There are no scheduled sessions at this time
Complete the registration form and email it to rphelps@aimpa.org to begin the registration process if no registration link is available on this page.
Wilson Language Training® and Wilson® Accredited Training Partners have received Accreditation Plus designation by the International Dyslexia Association® (IDA). This designation recognizes that Wilson Reading System® certifications align with the IDA’s Knowledge and Practice Standards for Teachers of Reading.