Master of Education in Literacy Coach (33 hrs. /11 three-credit courses)
Pending SACSCOC approval
The Fast-Track Master of Education in Literacy Coach offers:
- An accelerated program with innovative scheduling
- A 20-month course of study completed through traditional, online and hybrid courses
Continuing our Commitment to Excellent School Administration
Charleston Southern University is committed to providing quality preparation for administrators who will be challenged by the demands of the new century. Master of Education in Literacy Coaching candidates will participate in courses and practicum/intern activities which will enrich their perspectives and their understanding of the instructional, technological, interpersonal, political, legal, ethical and cultural matters of today’s schools.
Charleston Southern University is pleased offer the Master of Education degree in Literacy Coach. Students seeking a M.Ed. in Literacy Coaching must meet all requirements for regular admission to the Master’s programs in the College of Education and follow the general policies and guidelines presented under requirements for admission. The Master of Education in Literacy Coaching is designed primarily for South Carolina certified teachers who want to develop a higher level of teaching literacy that can impact and influence students and peers. Graduates from this program will have the skills to be Literacy Coaches in the schools.
The Master of Education in Literacy Coaching program places priority on the classroom and school as the focal points of course discussions, assignments, and assessments. This focus allows the students to directly apply what they are learning to their school environment, in the classroom and beyond. This program will equip the students to be literacy leaders in the classroom, school, and community.
Program of Study
Master of Education Literacy Coach
All candidates seeking admission to the Master of Education in Literacy Coach must meet the requirements listed on the College of Education main catalog page.
Recommendation for Certification
Initial or Professional certificate at the early childhood, elementary, middle, secondary, or PK-12 level
Completed five (5) years of successful school teaching experience by the time the degree is awarded
R2S Literacy Teacher Endorsement
Satisfactory on Appraisal of Candidate Performance
Completed all coursework requirements for this program