DYSLEXIA THERAPIST TRAINING
We provide high-quality training for certified educators and therapists dedicated to supporting students with dyslexia. In collaboration with the curriculum of the Luke Waites Center for Dyslexia & Learning Disorders at Scottish Rite for Children, our training programs offer evidence-based strategies to help struggling readers succeed. Explore our upcoming opportunities to advance your expertise.
All therapist trainings will take place at the Dyslexia School of Houston Training Center and Lab School located at 9409 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 77024.
For questions and inquiries, please contact Chief Academic Officer, Regan Lee, CALT-QI at regan@dyslexiahouston.org.
Intro to Take Flight Training
Dates: July 7 – 25, 2025
Overview: Become a Certified Take Flight Dyslexia Therapist through Dyslexia School of Houston’s immersive two-year training program. Designed for certified teachers, this research-based course prepares educators to deliver structured, multisensory instruction to students with dyslexia.
The Take Flight curriculum, developed by the Luke Waites Center for Dyslexia & Learning Disorders at Scottish Rite for Children, is a proven intervention for students ages 7 and older. It builds on decades of success in dyslexia remediation and aligns with the five essential components of reading identified by the National Reading Panel.
Our training is accredited by the International Multisensory Structured Language Educational Council (IMSLEC) and qualifies participants to pursue certification as a Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT) through the Academic Language Therapy Association (ALTA). Educators will gain the tools, knowledge, and confidence to identify and support students with dyslexia using evidence-based practices.
Eligible candidates must meet the following qualifications:
- Possess a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Education or a related field
- Hold a valid Texas teaching certificate
- Have support from their school
- Be able to have 3 groups of students 4 or 5 days a week for 2 years (1 student can be considered “a group”)
Cost & Materials:
- Training Fee: $1,000.00 per year
- Take Flight First Year Kit: $802.23
- Year 1 Materials + Supplies: $400.00 (approx)
- Take Flight Second Year Kit: $240.35
- Year 2 Materials + Supplies: $34.50 (approx)
To request the formal application for the Dyslexia Therapist Course, please register below. *The application deadline has been extended to June 16, 2025.* Completed applications may be mailed or dropped off at the Dyslexia School of Houston Training Center & Lab School (9409 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 77024) or a scanned copy can be emailed to therapist.training@dyslexiahouston.org.
To be considered for the program, candidates will participate in a Zoom interview on June 17, 2025. Orientation for those accepted will be held in person at the Training Center and Lab School.
Instructions for ordering the Take Flight 1st Year Training kit + required materials will be provided during orientation.