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Literacy Specialist Certification Only (Non-Degree) at Georgia State University

Georgia State University, United States

Programme overview

The online Literacy Specialist Certification Only (Non-Degree) program prepares aspiring literacy specialists with a deep understanding of current research aligned with the Science of Reading, focusing on how children develop reading and writing skills. This program emphasizes evidence-based best practices for literacy instruction, ensuring that teachers are equipped to adapt literacy strategies for diverse student populations, including exceptional and multilingual learners.

Faculty: College of Education & Human Development  |  Duration: 24 credit hours  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Fall: July 15 Spring: Does not admit Summer: Does not admit  |  Location: Atlanta, GA, United States

What you will study

The online Literacy Specialist Certification Only (Non-Degree) consists of 24 credit hours and course requirements are as follows: EDRD 8300: Theory and Curriculum Development in Inclusive Literacy Instruction (3) EDRD 8350: Inclusive Language and Literacy Instruction across Development (3) EDRD 8400: Instruction and Specialized Support for Written Language Development (3) EXC 7010 – Assessment and Structured Literacy Instruction in Word Reading for Students with Dyslexia and Other Reading Disabilities (3) EDRD 8450: Literacy Development and Instruction for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students (3) EXC 7420 – Assessment and Structured Literacy Instruction in Reading Fluency,...

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Application information

Entry requirements

When applying to the online Literacy Specialist Certification program, you must submit the following: Online application Application fee of $50 Goals statement (upload with the application) Resume (upload with the application) Two letters of recommendation (identify your recommender on the application) Proof of teaching certification in Georgia Official transcript(s): Undergraduate degree required for admission. Submit official transcripts with earned bachelor’s degree either electronically to [email protected] or by mailing directly to Georgia State University, Office of Graduate Admissions, P.O. Box 4018, Atlanta, GA 30302.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: Fall: July 15 Spring: Does not admit Summer: Does not admit

Duration: 24 credit hours

Apply through the official page: https://education.gsu.edu/admissions/graduate/

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