NILD EDUCATIONAL THERAPY LEVEL II COURSE

This course will build upon prior knowledge and equip the educational therapist to more effectively implement NILD techniques. Specifically, upon successful completion of this course, the educational therapist will be able to:

1. Demonstrate the ability to question students effectively
2. Demonstrate a beginning understanding of mediated learning
3. Interpret test results with emphasis upon prescribing an appropriate individualized program
4. Demonstrate proficiency in Level I techniques and a working knowledge of Level II techniques
5. Develop skills of pacing, transitions and bridging
6. Continue to improve understanding of cognitive functions

Registration closes two weeks prior to the online start date.

• Successful completion of Level I within the last three (3) years
• Successful completion of the Woodcock-Johnson IV training
• Minimum one year experience with one student – minimum 100 contact hours
• Completion of all job-embedded coaching sessions
• Record a 30-40 minute session with an actual NILD student demonstrating their implementation of only the five core techniques
• Submit this video to your current mentor/level I instructor/coach for review
• Submit a completed (and signed by NILD-approved Mentor) NILD Core Technique Checklist
• Proof of attendance to at least one (1) NILD regional conference in the last year
• Proof of attendance to at least two (2) NILD or related field webinars
• Course textbooks and materials are required (see syllabus [in the FAQ section] for more information)
• Pre-course assignments: None

How much are NILD courses?

The tuition cost is $2,550 plus materials. However, if you are taking the course for graduate credit or are part of a Master’s degree program, there is an additional $195 due to NILD in addition to fees paid directly to the university.

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Where can I find the syllabus mentioned?

Please click the pertinent link below.

Level II Non-grad credit

Level II Grad-credit Regent

Level II Grad-credit SEU

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How much do I have to pay the university?

Generally, graduate credit at either university is roughly $275; however, there are also technology and library fees that may be charged. These are determined by and paid directly to the university.

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What happens after I have completed my Level I course?

If you complete the course successfully, you will be considered an Intern Educational Therapist and will engage in nine months of job-embedded coaching. There will be monthly coaching sessions at which your attendance is required. You must also submit a technique demonstration video into your Level I course for review and approval. You will be permitted to work with students and will need to complete 100 student contact hours prior to moving on to Level II.

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What happens after I have completed my Level II course?

If you complete the course successfully, you will be considered an Intern Educational Therapist. You will be permitted to work with students and will need to complete 100 student contact hours prior to moving on to Level III.

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What happens after I complete my Level III course?

Once you successfully complete level III, you will be considered a full NILD Educational Therapist. You will be invited to certify as a Professionally Certified Educational Therapist (PCET). There are two letters of recommendation required and a $50 fee to attain this certification.

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What do you mean by student contact hours?

You must spend at least 100 hours providing NILD therapy with students. You can attain this with one therapy student or with multiple.

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Do I have to maintain licensure from year to year? What about my PCET certificate?

Yes. NILD is a professional training and licensing organization. To protect the efficacy of our techniques and ensure that all students worldwide are receiving a consistent and high-quality experience, all therapists MUST maintain a current license from year to year. This applies to Standard Licensure (for intern and full educational therapists) AND PCETs.

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What if I let my license lapse or expire?

We are sorry but you are not permitted to practice NILD Educational Therapy or use NILD materials unless you have a current license.

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What if I don’t have any students?

Call or email us. We’re certainly willing to assist where possible. You may also want to consider an Affiliate License which will permit you to operate in that gray space while you are trying to get more students.

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Still have questions?

Please contact us at 757-423-8646 or info@nild.org.

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