100% Online Program option available
The Graduate Certificate in Literacy Partnership is for anyone wanting to support children and youth of all ages learning to read and write. The certificate is designed for those with diverse backgrounds – everyone from parents, to para-educators, to librarians will benefit from this program. No special expertise or background is needed to pursue the certificate, just an interest in learning how to teach and support those who are developing their literacy skills and attitudes.
The Graduate Certificate in Literacy Partnership program can be completed 100% online or with face-to-face options. Students have the ability to build a program that best suits their learning preferences and schedules by selecting online or face-to-face classes.
Official Certificate Name: Graduate Certificate in Literacy Partnership
Certificate Type: Graduate Certificate
What can I do with this certificate?
You can become a better teacher and advocate for students of all ages who are developing their reading and writing skills and attitudes. Earning this certificate will provide a strong foundation of knowledge about how students of all ages learn to read and write and continue developing their literacy skills throughout their school years.
Certificate Requirements and Advising Resources
Admission Requirements
Applicants are required to have earned at least a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university or a degree from a non-U.S. institution of higher education that is judged equivalent to a U.S. baccalaureate degree by the International Admissions office and have an undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 (based on a 4-point scale) computed for all undergraduate credits from the applicant’s most recent baccalaureate degree.
A prospective student may apply at any time and should follow the general graduate application procedure for degree-seeking students (see Graduate Admission Regulations). Admission to the program is based on:
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended.
- An application letter that is no more than two (2) pages: Identify your personal and professional goals. Describe your academic and professional experiences related to this degree program. Be sure to explicitly identify teaching certifications and experiences (if any). Detail your purpose in pursuing this program, and why you think it is a good fit for your personal and professional goals.
- A resume that provides contact information for at least one professional reference.
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