Science of Reading Certificate

Why Choose This Program?

Flexible: Learn on your schedule with convenient, applicable courses.

Affordable: Invest in your future without financial strain.

Impactful: Gain advanced skills in reading instruction that impact your classroom and community. 

Program Courses

EDU 633 Principles of Structured Literacy (3 credits)
Based on the elements of structured literacy, including phonology, sound-symbol association, syllables, morphology, syntax and semantics. Examination of research-based reading instruction, intervention and assessment.

EDU 639 Assessment & Diagnosis of Reading/ Language Difficulties (3 credits)
Provides advanced-level examination of reading assessment instruments. Examines appropriate application, data interpretation and instructional implication for diagnosing pupils with reading difficulties.

EDU 640 Differentiation and Remediation of Reading/Language Difficulties (3 credits)
Focuses on strengthening the knowledge and skills required to instruct readers with diverse abilities, needs and backgrounds. Emphasizes the use of assessment and progress-monitoring tools to develop appropriate learning interventions and strategies.