Reading Specialist Certificate

Upon completion of this 24 credit program, candidates are eligible for a K-12 Reading Specialist Certification. In order to obtain certification, graduates must pass the Praxis exam. The Reading Specialist Certification program conveniently offers courses online, hybrid, on campus, and during the summer months.This program can be completed in 18 months. Candidates will study writing theories, literacy theories, literacy assessment and intervention, and will have the opportunity to work in the Duquesne University Reading Clinic. Students who are pursuing the Reading Specialist Certificate have the option to further advance in their studies through the M.S.Ed. English Literacy Education program by taking 4 additional courses, which can provide additional financial aid opportunities!