Reading/Language Arts
Online Certificate
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Overview
The Reading and Language Arts Graduate Certificate is designed to certify that participants have specialized knowledge and skills in teaching reading/language arts. Graduates of this certificate program have the knowledge and skills necessary to enhance their teaching of reading and language arts at any grade level or in any content area. All of the courses are designed with the classroom teacher in mind. All assignments and field experiences can be completed in the candidate’s classroom at any grade level or in any content area.
Cost
$406*
- Total per credit hour
18
- Credit hours
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Total tuition = $7,308*
*Cost per credit hour and total tuition is based on 2024-2025 academic year tuition rates and assuming all coursework is completed online in the 2024-2025 academic year. Cost per credit hour and total tuition will vary if studies span over one or more academic year.
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This certificate program is an exceptional opportunity for teachers who already have a graduate degree but want to experience further professional development in reading and language arts. The Reading and Language Arts Certificate consists of 18 graduate credit hours that are offered completely online. These courses can apply to the Master of Science in Reading, Classroom Reading Teacher or Reading Specialist emphasis. This program is open to candidates outside of Kansas and internationally. Non-native English speaking candidates must submit a passing TOEFL score at the time of application.
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