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Sixth-Year Certificate

Remedial Reading and Remedial Language Arts

Format & Location

Online, Hybrid

School/College

School of Education & Human Development
Reading and language arts student helping a child solve a reading worksheet with a whiteboard.

Start Dates

Fall (September), Summer

Application Deadline

Rolling Admission

Completion

10-24 Months

Schedule

Part-Time

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The Sixth-Year Certificate in Remedial Reading and Remedial Language Arts at Fairfield University is designed for post-master’s candidates seeking advanced preparation in reading and language development to support students in grades 1–12. The program serves both certified educators and non-certified professionals working in public and private schools, tutoring, clinical practices, or community-based literacy settings.

What You'll Learn and Do

Lead with confidence—and evidence.

Through rigorous, clinically grounded coursework offered in hybrid and fully online formats, candidates will deepen their expertise in assessment, diagnosis, and intervention for complex literacy and writing difficulties, including dyslexia.

Leverage evidence-based practices.

Grounded in the science of reading and the principles and practices of Structured Literacy, the Sixth-Year Certificate is structured as a stackable, advanced credential. Eligible candidates will complete preparation requirements for the Connecticut Remedial Reading and Remedial Language Arts Cross-Endorsement (#102) and may also complete preparation requirements for Wilson® Reading Level I Certification, or pursue a focused concentration area aligned with advanced professional and leadership goals. This allows candidates to extend and formalize their expertise without pursuing an additional degree.

Learn from experts in the field.

Candidates will join a collaborative community of mentors and peers who are dedicated to improving literacy outcomes for all students. Our nationally recognized faculty are leaders in the field who are committed to preparing educators who value reflection and collaboration, and who are data-informed.

Manage a flexible schedule.

Working professionals will appreciate that the program is flexible and can be completed in a hybrid or fully online format. Candidates will benefit from online and asynchronous coursework, as well as integrated practicum experiences that support students without requiring them to step away from the classroom.

MA in Reading and Language Development

Fairfield’s MA in Reading and Language Development, where SEHD prepares reflective practitioners through evidence-based practices to support diverse learners, strengthen instruction, and pursue roles in literacy leadership and student support.
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Course Requirements

Sixth-Year Certificate in Remedial Reading and Remedial Language Arts

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Graduate Admission
gradadmis@fairfield.edu
(203) 254-4184

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Admissions

From your first admission conversation to graduation and beyond, you’ll find support at every turn. The Fairfield University student support network is dedicated to meeting your needs. You’ll receive personal, academic, and financial guidance as you complete your Sixth-Year Certificate in Remedial Reading and Remedial Language Arts.

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Tuition and Financial Aid

Credits: 36

Cost per Credit: $955

Estimated Tuition: $34,380

Estimated tuition does not include fees or annual cost-per-credit increases. Figures are based on the 2026-27 rate.

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Community Clinics

The Remedial Reading and Remedial Language Arts certificate program recognizes its responsibility to the broader community. Our Community Clinics serve as a way to share our resources and specialized expertise for the betterment of the community as a whole. In addition, the Community Clinics help prepare skilled reading educators who are, first and foremost, socially aware and morally responsible individuals.

  • Literacy Screening Clinic
  • Wilson Reading Intervention Clinic
  • Diagnostic Reading Assessment Clinic
  • Structured Literacy Tutorial Clinic

Learn From Industry Experts

Fairfield’s award-winning faculty have deep expertise in topics such as remedial reading and language arts. With a broad range of courses that integrate critical reflection and extensive field experience, you’ll benefit from firsthand insights and guidance on the way to your Sixth-Year Certificate in remedial reading and remedial language arts.

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Jule McCombes-Tolis
Jule McCombes-Tolis
Associate Professor of the Practice, Educational Studies and Teacher Preparation | Director, Reading and Language Development

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