Carolyn,

That's great news but whether or not you have to be certified depends on several factors.  I suggest that you contact your state Department of Education and ask them.  If students will receive some sort of diploma or certification, then then assumption is that you are not only accredited but that the center is as well.  If you are just offering tutoring classes, then that is another matter all together.

Pamela Rogers, Ph.D.,
Dean of Academics
National American University
Wells Branch and Mopac
13801 N. Mopac, Ste. 300
Austin, Texas 78727
Office: 512-651-4780
progers at national.edu
www.national.edu

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From: learningdisabilities-bounces at nifl.gov [mailto:learningdisabilities-bounces at nifl.gov] On Behalf Of Writers for Christ
Sent: Sunday, November 23, 2008 7:23 AM
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Subject: [LearningDisabilities 2577] Questions about literacy centers

Hello,

I and another person are planning to open up a literacy center.  I wanted to ask if we needed to be certified teachers to start our literacy center.  Also, how does one go about starting one?  Where does one get materials, textbooks, etc?  All advice is appreciated.  Thanks.

Carolyn



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