Non-Degree Writing Certificate Program
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This non-degree program in the Teaching of Writing (TW) is designed to enable teachers to utilize research and theory to foster a vision of literacy learning as an active social process in which students become engaged writers. Participants must complete Rutgers University graduate courses and earn professional development hours associated with writing instruction. More specifically, this non-degree program requires twelve (12) graduate credits earned from Rutgers University courses – both on and off campus — that address the teaching of writing. In addition, participants must complete a portfolio project and earn at least 20 professional development hours from the National Writing Project programming. Professional development hours that fulfill requirements include hours completed in the in-service series, Open Institute, and the National Writing Project’s Midwinter Writing Conference.
To be an eligible candidate, an individual must be a standard certified teacher and have five years of teaching experience. Individuals who do not have a Master’s degree are eligible for the certificate, however are encouraged to apply to the Rutgers Ed.M. program in Literacy with Writing emphasis. The program is open to both literacy education students and reading specialist candidates.
Check out the online info session for more information.
APPLICATION DEADLINES AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION Applicants must complete a Non-degree Program in the Teaching of Writing application form, available from the Office of Academic Services at the GSE, Room 110, 10 Seminary Place, New Brunswick 08901, or from the Office of Continuing Education, Room 354, same address. Along with the application, the applicant must submit the following credentials:
If the admission decision is positive, then the applicant must submit a non-degree student application and pay an application fee to the Rutgers Office of Graduate and Professional Admissions. All applications are filed on-line at: http://gradstudy.rutgers.edu.
Click on "Apply Now" and follow the instructions given.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Core Courses (6 credits)
299: 561 Foundations of Literacy Instruction (3)
Courses in Literacy Methods (6 credits: Select 2 courses from the following)
250: 592 Summer Institute in Writing (3)
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
A portfolio project is a required culminating activity for the program. Part of the requirements for the portfolio will include professional development hours through the National Writing Project. The portfolio will be assessed by faculty and an NWP Teacher Consultant. More information about this requirement is available from the program faculty.
Total Minimum Credits: 12
This non-degree program in the Teaching of Writing (TW) is designed to enable teachers to utilize research and theory to foster a vision of literacy learning as an active social process in which students become engaged writers. Participants must complete Rutgers University graduate courses and earn professional development hours associated with writing instruction. More specifically, this non-degree program requires twelve (12) graduate credits earned from Rutgers University courses – both on and off campus — that address the teaching of writing. In addition, participants must complete a portfolio project and earn at least 20 professional development hours from the National Writing Project programming. Professional development hours that fulfill requirements include hours completed in the in-service series, Open Institute, and the National Writing Project’s Midwinter Writing Conference.
To be an eligible candidate, an individual must be a standard certified teacher and have five years of teaching experience. Individuals who do not have a Master’s degree are eligible for the certificate, however are encouraged to apply to the Rutgers Ed.M. program in Literacy with Writing emphasis. The program is open to both literacy education students and reading specialist candidates.
Check out the online info session for more information.
APPLICATION DEADLINES AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION Applicants must complete a Non-degree Program in the Teaching of Writing application form, available from the Office of Academic Services at the GSE, Room 110, 10 Seminary Place, New Brunswick 08901, or from the Office of Continuing Education, Room 354, same address. Along with the application, the applicant must submit the following credentials:
- A photocopy of a New Jersey Standard Instructional Certificate or its out-of-state equivalent.
- Official academic transcripts.
- Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university. Applicants are not usually admitted with a GPA of less than 2.75 in their most recent degree.
- A letter of recommendation from the applicant’s current or previous school principal or supervisor, on school district letterhead, certifying the completion of five years of successful, full-time teaching under the appropriate certificate.
If the admission decision is positive, then the applicant must submit a non-degree student application and pay an application fee to the Rutgers Office of Graduate and Professional Admissions. All applications are filed on-line at: http://gradstudy.rutgers.edu.
Click on "Apply Now" and follow the instructions given.
Choose “Non-Degree Application”, for Application Type.
For Program Name choose “Professional Credit Programs” from the drop down menu.
For Enrollment Year, choose the corresponding year closest to when you plan on taking your first course.
Select “No” for Full Time Study.
Under Concentration, choose “Expertise in the Teaching of Writing”.
Supporting materials such as transcripts, personal statement, and letters of recommendation do not need to be submitted with this application. Continue and complete the application, pay the $60 and exit the program. Non-degree applications are good for 5 years. When the entire application process is complete, students simply register for the courses in the program as described on the program handouts and on the GSE website. It is the responsibility of the student to enroll in all of the required courses through Rutgers University. No program requirements may be met at any other institution. Students are expected to maintain a “B” or better average as a non-degree student in the Teaching of Writing Program. After completing all of the program requirements students will receive official documentation of their completion, endorsed by the Rutgers University Graduate School of Education and the National Writing Project.
Core Courses (6 credits)
299: 561 Foundations of Literacy Instruction (3)
252: 521 Teachers as Writers (3), or Summer Institute in Writing
250: 592 Summer Institute in Writing (3)
252:518 Topics in English Education (3)
252: 525 Writing Project Workshop: Bringing Research and Theory into Practice (3)
A portfolio project is a required culminating activity for the program. Part of the requirements for the portfolio will include professional development hours through the National Writing Project. The portfolio will be assessed by faculty and an NWP Teacher Consultant. More information about this requirement is available from the program faculty.
Total Minimum Credits: 12
