The Sally Borden Program at Friends Academy, 2025

The 70-hour Orton-Gillingham Associate Level course follows the curriculum set forth by the Orton-Gillingham Academy. Participants include administrators and educators working in a classroom, small group, or one-on-one setting. Parents are welcome to join.

Practicum: Participants have the option to continue their formal Orton-Gillingham practice with the Associate Level practicum for an additional cost. The practicum is 100 hours over at least 8 consecutive months, and 10 virtual observations with a student one-on-one. Participants pay for observations as they are completed. Upon completion of the practicum, participants are eligible to apply for Associate Level certification with the Orton-Gillingham Academy.

Prerequisite: Bachelor’s Degree
Fellows: Dawn Nieman, ATF/OGA, Maryann Chatfield, F/OGA