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The Literacy Coach graduate certificate is a 14-credit hour post-master program. The certificate is designed to prepare the reading specialist for the unique role of literacy coach in today’s schools. Aligned with the International Reading Association Standards for Reading Professionals, the program of study focuses on three major areas: 1) instruction, 2) assessment, and 3) leadership. An emphasis is placed on supervising and coordinating a school’s literacy program, including providing professional development, coaching teachers, designing curriculum, teaching struggling readers, and conducting research on literacy and school change. The courses for the Literacy Coach Specialist Graduate Certificate can be applied toward the ME.d. in Reading.