Graduate Certificate in Advance Reading and Literacy Instruction

ADMISSION TO THE CERTIFICATE IN ADVANCE READING AND LITERACY INSTRUCTION

In addition to admission requirements of the college of Graduate Studies, admission to the certificate program requires the following: 

  • A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university

  • A current Ohio educator license

  • Twelve (12) semester hours of undergraduate or graduate prerequisite coursework in the teaching of reading PRIOR to taking any Advanced Reading/Literacy courses

  • A 3 semester hour undergraduate or graduate course in phonics (This requirement is usually met in an undergraduate course prior to enrolling in the certificate program, but it can be met while completing the certificate coursework.)

The certificate program has selective admissions and may admit a limited number of students. Thus, meeting all formal criteria does not guarantee admission.

WHAT TO SUBMIT WITH YOUR APPLICATION

  • Official transcripts from all institutions of higher education

  • Copy of current teaching license(s)

  • Resume or curriculum vitae

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CERTIFICATE IN ADVANCED READING AND LITERACY INSTRUCTION

For the Certificate, students must complete the following program requirements: 

  • A minimum of 12 semester hours of approved graduate course work

  • An area of specialization in reading and literacy instruction that includes CI 6400/8400, 6410/8410, 6430/8430, 6440/8440

Courses may be included as part of a master's or doctoral degree program as approved by the student's faculty advisor. Master's level courses (5000/6000 level) may be included as part of a master's plan of study. Doctoral level courses (7000/8000 level) may be included as part of a doctoral plan of study.

All coursework and requirements of the certificate must be taken within a four-year period immediately preceding the date the degree is awarded.

Additional Requirements

Students should consult with their faculty advisor for detailed information.

Prior to Applying to Add Endorsement to the Ohio Educator License

Guide for Developing a Plan of Study

Below is a guide for developing a Plan of Study for the Certificate. Students should review their degree audit and work with their faculty advisor to identify specific courses to fulfill program requirements. 

A plan of study identifying the courses for the certificate is required after 6 credit hours. The certificate plan of study must include the following within the 12 semester hour minimum: 

  • 12 credits of specialization in reading and literacy instruction 

GUIDE FOR DEVELOPING A PLAN OF STUDY

Below is a guide for developing a Plan of Study for the Certificate in Advanced Reading and Literacy Instruction. Students should work with their faculty advisor to identify specific courses to fulfill program requirements. 

Specialization in Reading
CI 6400/8400Trends In Literacy Acquisition3
CI 6410/8410Content Area Literacy3
CI 6430/8430Diagnosis Of Reading Disability3
CI 6440/8440Remediation Practicum3