ProLiteracy America grants trainer certification in basic literacy, English as a second language, or both. To become certified by ProLiteracy America, trainers must

• Obtain a local/state program endorsement.
• Sign a trainer ethics statement.
• Demonstrate satisfactory training skills through use of the Trainer Observation Tool.
• Demonstrate proficiency in adult education and literacy content by receiving a passing score on a content exam.
• Submit a processing fee. ($80 if the endorsing program is a ProLiteracy America group affiliate; $205 if the program is not an affiliate)

Trainers are allowed 18 months from the time of application to complete the certification requirements. Trainers are granted certification for a four-year term, at which time they may apply for recertification.

Click here to begin the trainer certification process.

Preparing for Certification
ProLiteracy provides diverse resources to assist trainers in meeting certification requirements. These include:

• A free on-line Trainer Tool Kit with materials related to training, adult basic education and literacy, and ESL.
• An online feature, "My Certification," that allows certification candidates to track their progress. For trainers not yet certified, this page indicates which certification requirements have been met. For certified trainers, this page tracks recertification requirements. It also provides a place for entering information about a trainer's professional development and training activities.
• Access to professional development opportunities at a discount.
• A listserv where trainers can ask questions, discuss ideas, and share resources.

Learn More

• Download the Overview of Trainer Certification (PDF) and Steps in Trainer Certification (PDF).
• Review Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
• Contact us. E-mail your questions to trainer@proliteracy.org or call Tammie Roberts, Certification Assistant, at (315)422-9121 Ext. 221.

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