Course 1: The Structure of Written English

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4 CEUs
Credit Validation

Course Description

Credit Validation for Lexercise Participants Only

This self-paced professional course provides a detailed exploration of the interconnected microstructure of the English language, from speech to print. Participants will learn key concepts, terminology, and strategies for applying linguistic analysis across six language domains: Phonetics and Phonology, Orthography, Morphology, Syntax, Semantics, and Discourse.

Course Details

Number of CEUs: 4.0 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

Continuing Education Hours: 40 hours

Please Note: If you would like to purchase fewer CEUs than the amount listed or purchase CEUs in 0.5-unit increments, please contact [email protected] for assistance. 0.5 - 3.5 CEUs are available to purchase with our team. 

Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for Lexercise Participants.

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IMPORTANT: YOU MUST ENROLL WITH THE PARTNERED ORGANIZATION AND PAY ALL REQUIRED FEES BEFORE PURCHASING CEUs THROUGH USD.

ºÚÁÏרÇø – Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

The ºÚÁÏרÇø partners with this program to offer Continuing Education Units (CEUs) through the Credit Validation Program. To earn CEUs, participants must register for and successfully complete the coursework through the external program provider.

CEUs provide documentation of completed professional development and may be used to meet continuing education, professional development, credential, certification, or workplace requirements. Participants are responsible for confirming that CEUs meet the requirements of their employer, school district, credentialing organization, or other institution before enrolling.

Directions to Enroll for CEUs

Step 1: Register with the Partner Organization (Lexercise)

Complete your registration directly with the partner organization. Follow their instructions to begin the course and pay any required enrollment fees. Some courses, specifically DoDEA courses, may require participants to purchase units before the course ends; please check the enrollment window for details.

Please Note: USD does not provide course materials, manage instruction, or assign grades. All coursework is evaluated by the program’s instructor or coordinator.

Step 2: Complete the Course

Participate fully in the course through the partner organization and complete all required assignments, activities, and assessments.

Step 3: Register for CEUs

After confirming your registration with the partner organization and completing your program, return to the USD website.

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  • You will be prompted to either log into your USD Student Account or create one, and then pay for your CEUs.

If this course displays Request Information, it means the course is either not yet open for enrollment or enrollment has already closed. Please check the enrollment dates or contact the organization directly to ask about late enrollment or future course offerings.

Step 4: Submit your Certificate of Completion

After completing this course, you are required to submit your Certificate of Completion, which will be provided by the program. Please be sure to purchase your CEUs first, then email your certificate to [email protected], including the course number in your message.

Step 5: Receive Your CEU Confirmation of Completion Letter

Once your certificate has been reviewed and your CEU completion has been processed, your Confirmation of Completion Letter will be available through your USD Student Account.

This letter documents the CEU hours you earned and can be downloaded, printed, and provided to your school district, employer/HR department, credentialing organization, or other institution as proof of completion.

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If you would like to purchase USD Graduate-Level Extension Credit (GLEC) instead of CEUs, which provides university credit and an official ºÚÁÏרÇø transcript, click here to view the GLEC option.

Course Options

Course Date Units Price
CEU-X700 – 2021 Participants 01 Jan 202131 Dec 2021 4 CEUs $260

Course 1: The Structure of Written English

01 Jan 202131 Dec 2021
4 CEUs
$260
Credit Validation
Online Self-Paced

Audience: Parents, educators, school and district administrators, and aspiring literacy therapists

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, minus a $25 processing fee, if the refund is requested within 30 days of the enrollment date. Refunds will not be issued once a grade has been assigned or after the 30-day period has passed.

Enrollment Open Through: May/31/2027 11:59 PM

Review step #4 for instructions on how to submit your Certificate of Completion.

Please Note: If you would like to purchase fewer CEUs than the amount listed or purchase CEUs in 0.5-unit increments, please contact [email protected] for assistance.

CEU-X700 – 2022 Participants 01 Jan 202231 Dec 2022 4 CEUs $260

Course 1: The Structure of Written English

01 Jan 202231 Dec 2022
4 CEUs
$260
Credit Validation
Online Self-Paced

Audience: Parents, educators, school and district administrators, and aspiring literacy therapists

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, minus a $25 processing fee, if the refund is requested within 30 days of the enrollment date. Refunds will not be issued once a grade has been assigned or after the 30-day period has passed.

Enrollment Open Through: May/31/2027 11:59 PM

Review step #4 for instructions on how to submit your Certificate of Completion.

Please Note: If you would like to purchase fewer CEUs than the amount listed or purchase CEUs in 0.5-unit increments, please contact [email protected] for assistance.

What You Will Learn

  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of linguistic analysis as it relates to word reading, spelling, word choice, and sentence formulation errors
  • Apply linguistic analysis techniques to explain the basis for specific errors in word reading, spelling, word choice, and sentence formulation
  • Demonstrate proficiency in using semantic and syntactic analysis to identify and explain errors in word choice and sentence formulation
  • Analyze the structure of written English “from speech to print” by utilizing linguistic units across phonology, orthography, morphology, syntax, semantics, and discourse
  • Explore the relationships between linguistic analysis and reading and writing impairments, including the impact of phonological, orthographic, and morphological processes
  • Utilize acquired knowledge and skills to analyze and address reading and writing impairments related to written language development

Instructors

Professional development courses offered by the ºÚÁÏרÇøâ€™s Division of Professional & Continuing Education are taught by faculty that possess a depth and breadth of academic and real-world professional experience.

Why USD?

The Professional and Continuing Education program nurtures key partnerships on the local, national, and international level. The goal is to better serve working professionals who seek to enhance or build their careers and help achieve their highest value and potential. Contact us today to learn more.

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Credit Validation

The ºÚÁÏרÇøâ€™s Division of Professional and Continuing Education offers graduate-level extension credit for work completed in trainings, workshops, conferences, induction, credentials, and other professional development programs not offered directly by USD. Complete one of the above and a member of our division will help you earn credit for your hard work and dedication to continuing your education.

Key Benefits of Credit Validation Courses

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Earn credit for your previous work in trainings, workshops, and conferences through a simple process.

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Save money by earning credit for work you completed and get one step closer to salary advancement.

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