Degree Details

Degree Type

  • Graduate Certificate Programs

Minimum Requirements

  • 40 Credits

Formats

  • In-Person

Availability

  • Full-Time
  • Multiple Start Dates
  • Part-Time

Location

  • On-Campus
Degree Requirements

Even if you’re an experienced teacher with some familiarity with literacy learning, there’s always room to grow as an educator, professional, and leader. BU Wheelock’s certificate of advanced graduate study (CAGS) in Reading Education provides licensed teachers with the knowledge and skills they need to teach reading and writing effectively, evaluate their students’ progress, and support students who may need additional support as they learn how to read and write.

Designed for teachers who already have a master’s degree, our CAGS program will widen and deepen your expertise in reading instruction.  Alongside theoretical classwork, you’ll gain hands-on experience in one of our school-based practicums—practical knowledge will prepare you to support students as soon as you graduate from the program. CAGS candidates complete a capstone project at the end of the program. When enrolled full-time, students can complete this CAGS program in nine months (fall and spring semesters). Part-time options for the CAGS are also available.


Dates & Deadlines

Spring & Fall 2025

Aug 15, 2024

Application Opens

Spring 2025 Semester

Dec 15, 2024

Application Deadline

Fall 2025 Semester

Jan 15, 2025

Deadline to Receive Priority Scholarship Consideration

Fall 2025 Semester

Aug 1, 2025

Application Closes

Career Outcomes

Students who complete the Boston University CAGS in Reading Education will gain the skills and experience they need to succeed in a number of careers.

  • General education classroom teacher
  • Reading/literacy coach
  • Reading/literacy teacher
  • Curriculum director
  • School, district, or state literacy leader

More Information about the Reading Education CAGS

Field-Based Experiences

Students in the CAGS in Reading Education program complete a practicum in each semester of study. These include working as a literacy tutor; working in a school setting; and shadowing a literacy specialist.

Licensure

The CAGS in Reading Education program is approved for licensure as a Specialist Teacher of Reading in Massachusetts, and will also qualify candidates for Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) endorsement.

Graduate Admissions

Connect with BU Wheelock to learn more about the CAGS in Reading Education. Get information about application deadlines, requirements, financial assistance, and more. Sign up for an upcoming information session.

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