University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus
Denver | Anschutz
Literacy and Language Development for Diverse Learners
School of Education & Human Development
Overview
This online graduate certificate program offers K-12 teachers a greater background in the development, assessment, and instruction of literacy for diverse learners, including children and youth who speak dialects of English or are English language learners. This certificate was developed in response to public school districts’ need to improve reading and writing achievement and culturally responsive instruction for diverse students.
Teachers in K-12 grades, including content area teachers and those teaching special reading classes, as well as administrators have also found this program to help them best meet the needs of struggling learners.
Program Details
The fully online certificate totals 12 credit hours and consists of four graduate courses, each 3 credits. The certificate may be completed in four semesters, and students can begin in any term. Courses may also be applied toward the CU Reading Teacher endorsement (additional courses and applications are required).
Certificate Format
This four-course certificate is available fully online. Courses may be taken in any order, and the certificate may be completed in four semesters or in one year if two courses are taken concurrently in the fall. Courses may also be applied toward CU Denver’s Colorado Reading Teacher Endorsement program and MA in Literacy Education. Additional courses and applications are required for both programs. This certificate is also available for implementation in-district with a district partnership agreement. In the case of a district partnership, this certificate offers the option for some customization to meet the needs of the individual district, such as fully online or hybrid delivery with some in-person classes held on-site in-district.
Credit Hours
12
Tuition Information
Cost per credit:
$377
Cost per credit:
$452*
*To get this rate, students must submit an Out-of-State online only application
Tuition and Fees
Investing in your future is a big decision. However, becoming a fully online student at CU Denver is an affordable option with discounted tuition rates for non-resident, fully online students. And of course, you will save money not having to drive to campus.
Tuition and fees are based largely on the class that you enroll in. Tuition amount assessed is determined based on which school/college is offering your class, as well as if it is offered at the undergrad or graduate level, and finally your resident status.
Visit our tuition and financial aid page. Financial aid and scholarships are available for those who qualify. Additionally, the Literacy Education program offers scholarships specifically for students admitted to this certificate.
Timeline
The Literacy and Language Development for Diverse Learners certificate totals 12 credit hours and can be completed in four semesters or in one year if two courses are taken concurrently in the fall.
Admissions
Admission requirements and deadlines vary based on the program. In addition, you will have different requirements depending on if you are a first-time student, a transfer student or an international student.
Learn more about the admissions process by filling out the form above or contacting an Enrollment Navigator today.
Career Outlook
Educators who complete the Literacy and Language Development for Diverse Learners Certificate become teachers with enhanced credentials and skills. Those who continue on to complete the CO Reading Teacher Endorsement are able to use their skills and credentials to become:
- Reading teachers and reading specialists
- Reading and/or writing interventionists
- Literacy and/or instructional coaches
The Literacy and Language Development for Diverse Learners Certificate can solidify the understandings of oral and written language and literacy development as well as culturally responsive pedagogy for:
- Teachers in of all content areas in grades K-12
- District and School Administrators
- Professional Developers
Literacy and Language Development for Diverse Learners Certificate Courses |
LCRT 5810 — Oral & Written Language & Literacy (Spring) |
LCRT 5770 — Effective Literacy for Diverse Learners (Fall) |
LCRT 5055 — Literacy Assessment & Informed Instruction (Fall) |
LCRT 5150 — Culturally Relevant and Responsive Pedagogies (Summer) |
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