Academic Language Therapist Training in Springfield, MO

Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT) Training Program

Become a highly trained reading specialist through our Academic Language Therapist training program in Springfield, MO. The Springfield Center for Dyslexia & Learning offers a comprehensive, two-year pathway to becoming a Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT).

This program is ideal for educators, tutors, and professionals seeking advanced training in dyslexia intervention and structured literacy instruction.

Orton-Gillingham-Based Dyslexia Training

Our training uses Take Flight: A Comprehensive Intervention for Students with Dyslexia, a nationally recognized curriculum developed by the Luke Waites Center for Dyslexia and Learning Disorders at Scottish Rite Hospital for Children.

Trainees learn to deliver multisensory, structured literacy instruction using the Orton-Gillingham approach, the gold standard for teaching students with dyslexia.

What You’ll Learn

This CALT training program prepares you to effectively teach struggling readers by targeting the five essential components of reading identified by the National Reading Panel:

  • Phonemic Awareness
  • Phonics
  • Fluency
  • Vocabulary
  • Reading Comprehension

You’ll gain the skills to provide evidence-based reading intervention that improves literacy outcomes for students with dyslexia.

Program Structure & Support

Our dyslexia therapist training program includes:

  • 120 hours of structured instruction
  • Ongoing mentorship and coaching throughout the training cycle
  • Hands-on experience implementing Take Flight lessons
  • Materials provided for working with one student or a small group

This combination of coursework and practical application ensures you’re confident and classroom-ready.

2026 Take Flight Training Schedule

Introductory Training (Part 1)

  • Dates: June 8–19, 2026 (Monday–Friday)
  • Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Workshops: Second Thursday of each month
  • Cost: $3,700

Advanced Training (Part 2)

  • Dates: June 22 – July 2, 2026 (Monday–Friday)
  • Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Workshops: First Thursday of each month
  • Cost: $2,700

Why Become a Certified Academic Language Therapist?

With the growing need for dyslexia specialists and reading interventionists, CALT certification positions you as an expert in structured literacy.

Graduates of this program are equipped to:

  • Provide effective dyslexia therapy
  • Support struggling readers in schools and private practice
  • Deliver evidence-based literacy instruction
  • Make a lasting impact on student success

Research-Based Dyslexia Training You Can Trust

The Take Flight program is grounded in extensive clinical research and aligns with the findings of the National Reading Panel. It is widely used across the U.S. and internationally as a proven method for improving reading skills in students with dyslexia.

Learn more about the research and evidence behind the Take Flight program.

Enroll in CALT Training in Springfield, MO

Take the next step in your professional journey with Academic Language Therapist training in Springfield, Missouri.

Contact us today to learn more or reserve your spot in our upcoming training cohort.