The ALL Ohio IDA-Accredited Program is a comprehensive, four-course sequence designed to prepare licensed teachers with the deep knowledge and practical skills needed to teach reading and writing effectively and pass the Knowledge and Practice Examination of Effective Reading Instruction (KPEERI).
ALL Ohio IDA-Accredited Program:
The Pathway to Certification as a Structured Literacy Classroom Teacher
Step 1
Enroll in the ALL Ohio IDA-Accredited program using the form below.
Step 2
Once placed in a cohort, you will work with your instructor for the next year as you complete the 18 IDA-Accredited module coursework and prepare for the KPEERI exam.
Step 3
Join your instructor for quarterly Community of Practice sessions to collaborate with your cohort on the progress of your structured literacy certification journey.
Step 4
As you move into the third course of your program, you will be provided with information regarding the KPEERI exam, which is required to complete the certification process.
Step 5
Once you have completed the 18 IDA-Accredited modules and coursework, you will apply and take the KPEERI exam.
Step 6
After you pass the KPEERI exam you will submit your score to your instructor to finalize completion of the ALL Ohio program.
Step 7
Your instructor will review your final portfolio and release your certificate of completion of the ALL Ohio IDA Accredited program.
Final Step
You can now apply for your Structured Literacy Classroom Teacher certificate through the Center for Effective Reading instruction. Have a digital copy of your KPEERI results as well as your ALL Ohio IDA-Accredited program certificate to complete the application. Congratulations!
Foundations of Literacy
Builds essential foundational knowledge about how the brain learns to read, what skills students need for proficient reading, evidence-based instructional methods, and early identification of at-risk readers. The course emphasizes language as the foundation for literacy development and provides strategies to support language growth.
Time Estimated: 20 hours
Course Modules
- The Simple View of Reading
- What is Structured Literacy?
- Screening & Intervention
- Understanding Dyslexia
- Language & Literacy for ALL
- Every Teacher is a Language Teacher
Accelerating Literacy Learning I
Focuses on developing word recognition skills through a progression from phonological and phonemic awareness to basic phonics and advanced word study. Candidates gain in-depth expertise in teaching students to decode the English language systematically and effectively.
Time Estimated: 23 hours
Course Modules
- Teaching Phonological Awareness
- The Why of Teaching Phonics & Word Recognition
- The What of Teaching Phonics & Word Recognition
- The How of Introducing Phonics Patterns
- Teaching Advanced Word Recognition
- The How of Teaching High-Frequency Words
Accelerating Literacy Learning II
Addresses reading fluency and language comprehension skills. Beginning with accurate and automatic text reading, the course then explores the complex components of language comprehension and instructional strategies to build these critical skills.
Time Estimated: 15 hours
Course Modules
- Teaching for Reading Fluency
- Teaching Language Comprehension – Part 1
- Teaching Language Comprehension – Part 2
- Teaching Vocabulary
Accelerating Literacy Learning III
Examines both foundational and compositional writing skills, including the cognitive demands of writing, essential skills for proficiency, and effective instruction methods. Candidates explore the reading-writing connection and learn to use writing as a tool for deepening comprehension.
Time Estimated: 10 hours
Course Modules
- Teaching Foundational Writing Skills
- Teaching Compositional Writing Skills
Select a Track to Learn More
TRACK 1: Educator Preparation Programs
Track 1 is designed for teacher candidates who will complete the required 18 modules and additional assignments during their time in their institution’s Educator Preparation Program. Once candidates have completed the requirements to earn their bachelor’s degree, they will then be required to take the Knowledge and Practice Examination for Effective Reading Instruction (KPEERI) exam and receive a passing score before applying through The Center for Effective Reading Instruction (CERI) to earn the Structured Literacy Classroom Teacher certificate.
TRACK 2: Individual Pathway: New to ALL Ohio
Track 2 is designed for individuals with a minimum of a bachelor’s degree who are interested in earning a Structured Literacy Classroom Teacher certificate. This track consists of completion of 18 ALL Ohio modules, reflections, written assignments, and a passing score on the Knowledge and Practice Examination for Effective Reading Instruction (KPEERI) exam. Participants will be on a scheduled time frame to complete all requirements in one year. Once these requirements have been completed, the participant can apply through The Center for Effective Reading Instruction to earn the Structured Literacy Classroom Teacher certificate. Individuals interested in this track will be placed in a designated cohort for structured support throughout the accreditation journey. Cohort space will be limited to ensure quality instruction and assistance. Please complete the enrollment form, and you will be contacted with further information.
TRACK 3: Individual Pathway: Past ALL Ohio Experience
Track 3 is designed for individuals who may have completed one or more of the required 18 ALL Ohio modules for accreditation. Participants will be asked to submit a post-assessment certificate of the modules that have been completed from 2024 to the present day. Please know, you will be asked to complete additional reflections and written assignments that are aligned with completed module work to meet the requirements of the program. Participants will be on a scheduled time frame to complete all requirements in one year. Individuals interested in this track will be placed in a designated cohort for structured support throughout the accreditation journey. Cohort space will be limited to ensure quality instruction and assistance. Please complete the enrollment form, and you will be contacted with further information.
TRACK 4: EPP Faculty and Adjunct Professional Development
Track 4 is designed as a Science of Reading-aligned continuous professional learning opportunity. This track is ideal for EPP faculty teaching literacy courses, the onboarding of new faculty or adjuncts, or EPP leadership looking to expand their Science of Reading knowledge. Participants will be placed on a three-year time frame to complete the 18 ALL Ohio IDA-accredited modules, along with written reflections and post-module written assignments. If participants choose to continue on the IDA-accredited path, they may do so by taking and passing the Knowledge and Practice Examination for Effective Reading Instruction (KPEERI) exam and applying through The Center for Effective Reading Instruction to earn the Structured Literacy Classroom Teacher certificate. Please complete the enrollment form, and you will be contacted with further information.
Additional Track Information
Questions?
If you have further questions regarding these tracks, please contact Lindsey Roush at roushly@ucmail.uc.edu
Program Timelines
With three convenient start times, the program is designed to fit even the busiest schedules. Space is limited, so early application is encouraged for those ready to take the next step in advancing their teaching and supporting student success.
| Cohort | Application Period | Course 1 | Course 2 | Course 3 | Course 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Summer |
May 1–Jun 14, 2026 |
Jul 1–Sep 30, 2026 |
Oct 1–Dec 31, 2026 |
Jan 4–Mar 31, 2027 |
Apr 1–Jun 31, 2027 |
|
Fall |
Jul 1–Aug 16, 2026 |
Sep 1–Nov 30, 2026 |
Dec 1, 2026–Feb 28, 2027 |
Mar 1–May 31, 2027 |
Jun 1–Aug 31, 2027 |
|
Spring |
Nov 1–Dec 13, 2026 |
Jan 4–Mar 31, 2027 |
Apr 1–Jun 30, 2027 |
Jul 1–Sep 30, 2027 |
Oct 1–Dec 31, 2027 |
*Note: Timelines are designed for Tracks 2, 3, and 4.
Apply Now
Placement into cohorts will be made on a first-come, first-served basis based on application submission date. Please note that if a cohort has reached capacity, next-in-line participants will be placed on a waiting list for an upcoming cohort and will be notified by the program coordinator.
Registration Closed
The registration period has closed. Please review the program timelines table above to see the next open enrollment period.