Literacy/Reading: Literacy Coaching Concentration (Graduate Certificate)
Program Summary
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Credits: 12 total
Degree: Graduate Certificate
College/School: College of Education and Human Development
Start Date: 8/25/2025
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Program Description
The Literacy Coaching concentration of the Literacy/Reading Instruction graduate certificate is designed for current Reading Specialists or others with a strong background in literacy who want to more effectively support teachers’ professional learning, and ultimately student achievement, through literacy coaching. Coursework provides an in-depth understanding of adult learning, effective professional development techniques, strategies for supporting collaboration and communication, using data to foster change, ways to more effectively use technology when working with teachers, and issues of diversity and equity in literacy instruction. For more information, visit cehd.gmu.edu/LiteracyCoaching.
Careers
The Literacy Coaching graduate certificate supports the career development of Reading Specialists or other literacy leaders. It allows you to develop professional skills such as supporting adult learning, designing effective professional development, serving as a change agent in diverse schools, leading with digital technology, and advocating for equity in literacy education.
Further Studies
Literacy is also available as a primary or secondary specialization in the Ph.D. in Education program.
Courses
Program requirements are subject to change; please refer to the Mason Course Catalog for the most up-to-date requirements.
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