The master’s in reading education program at USF Polytechnic is designed to prepare students with the appropriate skills to become reading specialists, teachers and supervisors and may lead to a Florida reading certificate in grades K-12. This program is designed for those that already have a Florida teaching certificate.

The faculty in the program are actively engaged in research activities allowing students to be involved first-hand in research throughout the program. Students will participate in a summer practicum experience through USF Polytechnic’s available for grades K – 8.

This program is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and School (SACS) and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). It is the only NCATE Reading program in Polk, Highlands and Hardee counties.