The MS in Reading degree is intended to help graduate students learn about teaching literacy, especially how to engage children and young adults in becoming literate. For students holding initial NY State Initial Teaching Certification and seeking NY State Professional Teacher Certification, please visit the NYSED Master's Degree requirement website at http://www.highered.nysed.gov/tcert/certificate/relatedmasters.html for regulations concerning appropriate degrees. Literacy volunteers, international students, parents, private school providers, after school program coordinators, counselors in prison settings, and so forth who do not hold teacher certification may also apply for this graduate degree, keeping in mind it does not make you eligible for teacher certification. While all students will take certain required courses, there is flexibility built into the program structure to encourage individual interests. This program is available fully online.
Program of Study (30 Credits)