Reading Writing Literacy Certificate of Graduate Study
This interdisciplinary certificate is designed for K-12 teachers seeking to increase knowledge in literacy instruction.
Why choose Rowan's reading writing literacy program?
This interdisciplinary certificate is designed for K-12 teachers seeking to increase knowledge in literacy instruction.
It offers a strong pedagogical and theoretical core, including courses from the Colleges of Education and Communication and can apply toward advanced degrees in either College. The Reading/Writing Literacy Certificate of Graduate Study program also trains practitioners in the area of Reading/Writing Literacy and prepares teachers for National Board Certification.
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Studying reading writing literacy at Rowan
What you'll learn
Required Courses: 15 S.H.
| Course Number | Title | S.H. (Credits) |
| READ 30515 | Literacy Foundations: Theory, Equity & Practice | 3 |
| READ 30520 | Adolescent Literacies | 3 |
| READ 30530 | Teaching Reading to Exceptional Children | 3 |
| READ 30536 | Reading and Writing Processes | 3 |
| MAWR 01549 | Issues in Composition Studies | 3 |
| MAWR 01556 | Assessment of Writing | 3 |
| MAWR 01618 | Special Topics in Writing | 3 |
| READ 30552 | Selected Topics In Reading | 3 |
Note: The courses listed above are not official and are subject to change. For an official list of available courses please visit the Rowan University Academic Catalog.
Admission requirements
The following is a list of items required to begin the application process for the program. There may be additional action or materials required for admission to the program. Upon receipt of the materials below, a representative from the Rowan Global Admissions Processing Office will contact you with confirmation or will indicate any missing items.
- Completed Application Form
- No application fee required
- Bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learning
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
- Current professional resume that clearly indicates the number of years you have been teaching
- Typewritten statement of professional objectives
- Provide reasons for pursuing the program. Describe how you might use this program to advance your career (educational goals beyond the master's level, if applicable, are also relevant).
- Two letters of recommendation
- Letters of recommendation should be from professional administrators and include information, which attests to applicant's ability to pursue a graduate degree
- Standard NJ instructional certification
- The applicant must provide proof of appropriate certification as well as a letter of employment confirming the specific dates (not just years) during which the applicant has taught or served the educational community under the appropriate certificate.
Tuition and aid
At Rowan University, we pride ourselves on being vigilant and frugal about tuition. We work hard to provide quality education while seeking to reduce the barrier that college costs can present students.
We know paying for tuition can be a challenge. That is why Rowan provides students with the financial resources needed to put their education first by offering grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.
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