Alabama

A comprehensive overview of Alabama’s enacted legislation, regulations, certification requirements, and state-provided resources related to dyslexia education.

Legislations and
Regulations Teacher Certification
Requirements Resources for Families
and Educators

Brief Summary

Alabama’s dyslexia laws ensure early identification, evidence-based intervention, and ongoing support for students with dyslexia. Teachers must complete mandatory dyslexia training, and specialized certification is available for dyslexia therapists. Families are kept informed through regular updates, and schools are held accountable for meeting literacy benchmarks.

Alabama Legislations and Regulations

HB388 - Alabama Literacy Act (2019)

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Summary

Requires evidence-based reading programs, teacher development, and assessments for K-3 students in Alabama. Parents are notified of reading deficiencies, and individualized improvement plans are developed. Summer reading camps are provided for struggling readers.

How This Affects Families and Educators

Ensures educators use science of reading methods, provide ongoing support, and communicate progress to families. Families are notified of deficiencies and involved in improvement plans.

Teacher Certification and Professional Development Requirements

Dyslexia Therapist Endorsement: Alabama offers a certification for educators trained in dyslexia-focused instruction.
Dyslexia Awareness Training: Mandatory for all educators, including training on dyslexia screening, classroom accommodations, and academic strategies.
Ongoing Professional Development: Aligned with the Alabama Literacy Act, emphasizing evidence-based literacy strategies.