Requirements (48 units)
Admission to the Program
In addition to meeting the general requirements of the university for admission as a postbaccalaureate student, admission to the Reading and Literacy Leadership Specialist Credential program requires the following:
- A valid California teaching credential with an English learner authorization; or a clear, full-time designated subjects teaching credential with an English learner authorization, and at least one year of full-time teaching experience;
- A 3.0 grade point average in all course work taken in education;
- Application packet (obtained from the Department of Language, Literacy and Culture or the College of Education Master's Program Office) which includes the following:
- Program application form;
- Letter of interest which includes experiences working with diverse populations;
- Three letters of recommendation: one from the candidate's school principal, and two from other district professionals who can speak to the strengths of the applicant's personal qualities and professional qualifications;
- Upon completing the application packet, meet with the Reading and Literacy Coordinator to complete the program plan.
