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Online Reading Science Graduate Certificate

Be in demand: Reading Science = Educator Excellence + Learner Achievement

Engage with relevant scientific research implications for best practice and have opportunities to design and deliver impactful instruction and interventions grounded in the Science of Reading.

Program type:
Certificate - Graduate
Format:
Online
Est. time to complete:
1 year
Credit hours:
9

Why earn a Reading Science graduate certificate online?

Graduate Application Deadlines
Fall:
Aug. 1
Spring:
Dec. 1
Summer:
May 1

UND's part-time, flexible online graduate certificate in Reading Science provides you with the skills and tools you need to effectively understand the science behind reading skill development and optimal learning conditions. The Reading Science certificate will prepare you to be career ready nationwide and will also align with the North Dakota Reading Competencies.

UND's graduate certificate in Reading Science can be earned:

  1. As a stand alone certificate by completing the four designated courses.
  2. Stacked with the M.S. and M.Ed. in Reading Education graduate program.

Reading Science Graduate Certificate Online

  • Participate in field-based experiences within coursework. In fact, one course is devoted exclusively to clinical experiences.

  • Conduct current reading science research and instructional practice.

  • Learn from faculty with experiences as former teachers and specialized reading science training.

Careers with a Graduate Certificate in Reading Science

An online certificate in Reading Science will fill an array of unique roles by effectively implementing teaching the science behind reading skill development and optimal learning conditions.

This Reading Science graduate certificate will prepare you to become:

  • Reading Specialist: Be at the forefront of literacy education, employing evidence-based practices to assess, diagnose, and support students with varying reading abilities. Your expertise will be essential in developing and implementing effective reading programs tailored to individual needs and fostering a culture of literacy excellence within educational institutions.
  • Reading Interventionist: Dive into the realm of targeted support as a Reading Interventionist. Armed with a deep understanding of reading science, you will work closely with students facing challenges in reading, providing personalized interventions to enhance their skills. Your role will be pivotal in identifying and addressing specific areas of difficulty, ensuring that every student receives the support to thrive in their literacy journey.
  • Reading Coach: Empower educators and contribute to professional development as a Reading Coach. Your certificate in Reading Science will enable you to guide and mentor teachers in implementing evidence-based strategies for effective reading instruction.

Reading Science Graduate Certificate Online Courses

T&L 524. Reading in the Content Areas. 2 Credits.

How and why reading should be taught in the content areas (i.e. Social Studies, Science, Mathematics, etc.). Research studies in the field of content reading and a variety of instructional practices are reviewed.

T&L 530. Foundations of Reading Instruction. 3 Credits.

This course focuses on the relationship between reading theory, research, contemporary issues and instructional practice. Emphasis is placed on strategic systems related to effective reading, instructional approaches that support the development of these strategic systems and assessment as collecting evidence of effective reading behaviors. F,S.

T&L 534. Basic Reading Diagnosis and Remediation. 2 Credits.

Focuses on common causes of reading disability, methods of diagnosis, and corrective reading programs in the classroom. Corequisite: T&L 583.

T&L 583. Reading Clinic. 2 Credits.

Supervised clinic practicum in diagnosis of reading difficulties, report writing, and instruction. Includes school consultations. Corequisite: T&L 534.

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The entire graduate certificate program is fully online. You are never required to come to campus and classes can be taken anytime, anywhere.

Flexible Online Reading Science Graduate Certificate Classes

With asynchronous classes, you do not attend class at a set time. If you need to balance work, family, and other commitments, this flexible format allows you to learn anywhere at any time.

Depending on your instructor, you’ll learn online through:

  • Lesson modules
  • Streaming video content
  • Virtual libraries
  • Posted lectures
  • Online simulations

There will be times when you interact with your instructor and classmates through online discussion boards, polls, and chat rooms.

Your learning revolves around materials that can be accessed on your own time within a set time frame. However, this is not a self-paced course. You’ll have structure and deadlines.

Leaders in Online Education

Over a third of UND's student population is exclusively online; plus, more take a combination of online and on campus classes. You can feel reassured knowing you won't be alone in your online learning journey and you'll have resources and services tailored to your needs.

No matter how you customize your online experience, you’ll get the same top-quality education as any other on campus student.

  • Same degree: All online programs are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Your transcript and diploma are exactly the same as our on-campus students.
  • Same classes: You’ll take courses from UND professors, start and end the semesters at the same time and take the same classes as a student on campus.
  • Real interaction: You can ask questions, get feedback and regularly connect with your professors, peers and professionals in the field.
  • Your own academic advisor: As an invaluable go-to, they’re focused on you, your personal success and your future career.
  • Free online tutoring: We're here to help you one-on-one at no cost. Plus, get access to a variety of self-help online study resources.
  • Unlimited academic coaching: Need support to achieve your academic goals or feeling stumped by a tough course? We'll help with everything from stress and time management to improving your memory to achieve higher test scores.
  • Full online access: Dig into virtual research at UND's libraries. Improve your writing skills with online help from the UND Writing Center. Get online access to career services, veteran and military services, financial services and more.
  • 24/7 technical support: UND provides free computer, email and other technical support for all online students.
  • Networking opportunities: Our significant online student population means you’ll have a large pool of peers to connect with. UND has numerous online events and activities to keep you connected.

Best Online College

Our high alumni salaries and job placement rates, with affordable online tuition rates make UND a best-value university for online education. UND's breadth of online programs rivals all other nonprofit universities in the Upper Midwest making UND one of the best online schools in the region.

UND ranks among the best online colleges in the nation for:

  • Affordability
  • Student satisfaction (retention rate)
  • Academic quality (4-year graduate rate)
  • Student outcomes (20-year return on investment per Payscale.com)

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