College of Education
Reading Endorsement
Strengthen your ability to help students read with confidence. Build on your Ohio teaching license with study in literacy assessment, instruction, intervention, and the science of reading.
Reading Endorsement at Findlay
Why study Reading Endorsement at Findlay?
Strengthen literacy assessment, instruction, and intervention through Findlay’s Reading Endorsement. The program is designed for licensed Ohio teachers adding focused reading preparation.
- Study reading practice. Coursework covers literacy, phonics, assessment, and intervention.
- Apply learning in the field. Complete the 50 hours of supervised fieldwork required by Ohio for this endorsement.
- Study online. The endorsement is offered fully online and lists 12 required credits.
The endorsement supports teachers working to strengthen reading instruction. Eligibility and assignments depend on Ohio’s credential requirements and the school setting.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Reading Endorsement by the Numbers
50
Supervised fieldwork hours
Required by Ohio for the Reading Endorsement.
100%
Online
The endorsement is offered fully online.
12
Required credits
Listed for the Reading Endorsement program.
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At a Glance
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credential
Reading Endorsement
Format
Online
Required credits
12 Credits
Curriculum
Course Requirements
Students earning a Reading Endorsement must complete the following curriculum.
The curriculum consists of required courses grounded in literacy, reading intervention, and phonics. View the full curriculum in the University of Findlay Graduate Catalog.
The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce requires all candidates seeking the Reading Endorsement have 50 hours of supervised fieldwork.
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Careers
The Reading Endorsement supports teachers who want to strengthen literacy instruction and intervention. Specific assignments depend on the approved credential and school setting.
- Reading specialist
- Literacy interventionist
- Literacy coach
- Reading curriculum coordinator
Explore related occupations and typical entry requirements in the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook profile for instructional coordinators and kindergarten and elementary school teachers.
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Accreditation
University of Findlay’s College of Education is accredited by recognized regional and national bodies, ensuring your degree holds weight with employers and institutions nationwide. The College of Education holds national accreditation through CAEP.
Accreditation status is reviewed on a regular basis. For the most current accreditation information, visit the University of Findlay Accreditation page.
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