STEVENSON UNIVERSITY · UNITED STATES
Online Graduate Certificate in Literacy Education
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At a glance
6 mo
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Level
- 515Per Credit Tuition
- 0Fees
- 15Credits to Complete
- OnlineAttendance Mode
- Fall 1Next Start Term
- MSDE AccreditedAccreditation
Stevenson University Online's Graduate Certificate in Literacy Education is designed for teachers seeking to enhance their skills in literacy instruction. This program integrates digital technologies and print resources to foster awareness, respect, and appreciation for diversity in society. Graduates will be equipped to evaluate literacy performance using fair assessment tools and design comprehensive curricula to meet diverse learner needs. The coursework is entirely online, making it convenient for working professionals. The certificate program consists of 15 credit hours and fulfills the Maryland State Department of Education's (MSDE) coursework requirements for adding a Reading Teacher endorsement to a professional teaching certificate. The program emphasizes personalized attention from experienced faculty and provides specialized skills for growing industries within education.
Curriculum
Students must complete the following 15 credit hours of coursework:
- Core Courses
- Foundations of LiteracyLTED 603
- Literacy AssessmentLTED 611
- Culturally Responsive LiteracyLTED 621
- Digital Literacy and MediaLTED 623
- Literacy CapstoneLTED 701
Careers
This certificate program equips teachers with specialized skills to enhance their literacy instruction and advance their careers. Graduates are eligible to meet the Maryland State Department of Education's requirements for a Reading Teacher endorsement.
- Reading Teacher
- Literacy Specialist
Entry requirements
Bachelor's degreeFrom a regionally accredited institution.
Official college transcriptsFrom all previous academic work. For international transcripts, a course-by-course evaluation from a NACES member is required.
GPAMinimum of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in past academic work.
The Literacy Education certificate is available to school system employees and requires a minimum of 10 students to run a cohort. Potential students are encouraged to contact their Human Resources department or Stevenson University Online's Enrollment Counselor team to confirm employer partnerships and discuss educational pathways.
Fees
Tuition (international)—
Tuition (home)$515 per credit hour. Total program cost for 15 credits is $7,725.
Living—
The stated tuition is per credit hour, with no additional fees.
How to apply
1. Complete the Online ApplicationSubmit a completed online application form.
2. Submit Academic CredentialsProvide official transcripts from all previously attended regionally accredited institutions. If your previous institution is outside the United States, you must submit an official course-by-course transcript evaluation from a NACES member organization.
3. Personal StatementSubmit a personal statement as part of your application.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE).