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Certified Slingerland Instructor of Teachers 

Certified Slingerland Instructors of Teachers (CSITs) have completed the full course of classes on how to train educators in the Slingerland Approach. Requirements include:

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  • Certification at the Teacher level

  • Intern 1*

  • Intern 2*

  • Intern Extended Practicum

 

Aspects of training, such as fidelity to the Slingerland® Approach, are assessed throughout the prerequisite Intern classes prior to applying for certification.

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*Each Comprehensive class is eligible for 6 PCE credits through The University of San Diego

IMSLEC Criteria
Teacher Level

Before applying for certification, candidates for the Instructor of Teachers level must complete all coursework and meet IMSLEC requirements. The chart below confirms alignment between IMSLEC Standards and Slingerland Standards for certification at the Teacher level.

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Applying for Certification

Certification at the Instructor of Teachers level requires a practical final exam to ensure familiarity and effectiveness in training educators to implement the Slingerland® Approach. The practical final exam consists of four parts.

Exam Studies

Practical Exam
Components

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Written Coaching Reflection

A written reflection on coaching the candidate led during their time as an Intern

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Panel Interview

Candidates prepare and respond in-person to a panel of Certification Committee members and Front Office staff

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Lecture Notes and Materials

Submission of lecture notes and materials for one (1) Slingerland Signature Lecture

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Committee Review

Certification Committee members evaluate material submissions and panel responses

Maintaining CSIT Certification

To maintain certification, every three years a CSIT must:

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1. Submit record of 30 hours of IMSELC CEUs

2. Maintain a Current SLI Subscription

2. Provide Current Background Check

3. Attend at least one (1) Slingerland Spring Meeting every three years

4. Pay the certification fee

5. Be confirmed by the Faculty Senate

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Beginning Sept, 2024, CSITs seeking to maintain their certification must also submit lecture materials for review to ensure calibration with SLI expectations.

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