Reading Specialist

The Reading Specialist Certificate Program is designed for teachers who already possess an Instructional I certificate in Pennsylvania or another state who has a desire to become a literacy coach, a literacy program/curriculum consultant (for a school, literacy center, etc.), a reading intervention specialist, or to supplement existing knowledge/skills in developing expertise as a reading instructor. The program is designed for teachers who want to obtain another certification as a reading specialist. Students completing Drexel's Reading Specialist program would also become eligible to obtain the Wilson Language Instruction Level 1 by the Wilson Language Corporation. Through reciprocity agreements among the states, graduates can transfer their certification in almost any state across the United States. Only students who hold a PA Instructional I or II certificate are eligible to apply for PA Reading Specialist certification. If you hold a certification from another state, you must check with your state’s Department of Education to find out how to obtain certification in your state.

Online Program

Please refer to Drexel Online Education for application requirements and deadlines.