The Master of Literacy program is designed to provide an integrated, interdisciplinary, theory and research -based course of study for professionals. It is intended for those already practicing teaching as well as other professionals.

The program focuses on fundamental understandings of reading, writing, listening and speaking. These areas are explored within the contexts of culture, society and diversity. Critical issues in language and learning to read are explored and addressed. The program provides for ample opportunity for field-based experience. Completion of the program fulfills the academic requirements for New York State Certification in both Birth-Grade 6 and Grades 5-12.
Graduates will find employment in schools, district offices and other education settings as Literacy specialists and will provide leadership in this area. Courses are taught by experts in the field who have extensive academic backgrounds in Literacy as well as many years of field experience.

Courses are designed for educators and other professionals who are working full-time. Hence, they are offered on evenings and weekends. Interested applicants will be considered for admission without regard to race, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability. The college is particularly interested in recruiting underrepresented groups in the Metropolitan area.