Program is Ideal For
Someone with a bachelor's and master's degree and New York state teaching certification who wants to add certification in literacy.
What to Expect
- Complete the program in as few as three semesters. Schedule: days and times.
- Engage in 60 hours of field work across three courses. You will complete hours during supervised experiences, as well as campus-based practicum in our Marie Callahan Reading Clinic. School placement may be at your place of employment.
- Complete coursework to become eligible for New York State certification in Literacy for all grades, PK-Grade 12.
Curriculum
15 credit hours: Up to six credit hours may be transferred in with program director approval if taken within the past five years and if appropriate to the certification program.
- LTED 600 - Foundations of Literacy
- LTED 604 - Literacy Methods Across the Curriculum
- LTED 643 - Introduction to Literacy Assessment, Evaluation & Instruction
- LTED 644 - Advanced Literacy Assessment, Evaluation & Instruction
- LTED 645 - Campus-Based Practicum
Certification tests to be completed during the program:
- Content Specialty Test (CST) - Literacy
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Application Process
Requirements
- Certification: You must hold a teaching certification in New York State
- For the literacy post-master's certification, complete the Certificate Application.
Application requirements include:
- A completed online application
- Professional statement as described in the application
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended
- Copy of verification of teacher certification from the TEACH website
- Two letters of recommendation
- Résumé
Application Deadline
- Fall term: rolling through Aug. 15
- Spring term: rolling through Jan. 1
Tuition and Fees
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