Lynchburg College

What you'll study

The curriculum emphasizes evidence-based literacy methods, assessment and instructional leadership. Core reading courses include:

• RDNG 625: Survey of Effective Reading Methods (3)
• RDNG 640: Strategies for Teaching Phonics, Spelling, and Vocabulary (3)
• RDNG 643: Teaching Writing (3)
• RDNG 672: Reading and Study Skills in the Content Area (3)
• RDNG 680: The Organization and Supervision of Reading Programs (3)
• RDNG 690: Assessment, Diagnosis, and Remediation of Reading Problems (3)
• RDNG 691: Assessment and Diagnosis Practicum (3)

Gifted Education concentration courses:

• EDCI 640: Introduction to and Identification of Gifted Learners (3)
• EDCI 641: Special Populations of Gifted Learners (3)
• EDCI 642: Curriculum, Strategies, and Programming for Gifted Learners (3)
• EDCI 643: Social and Emotional Development and Guidance of Gifted Learners (3)
• Internship option: EDCI 644: Practicum in Gifted Education (3). Candidates with one year of successful, full-time teaching experience with gifted students and a mentor who holds a valid gifted endorsement may elect to waive this practicum.

Special Education concentration courses (in addition to the reading core):

• SPED 600: Foundations and Legal Aspects of Special Education (3)
• SPED 601: Designing (course list truncated in source)

Entry requirements

The source page does not list detailed admissions criteria. Prospective applicants should contact the program for specific entry requirements and application instructions.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for roles that combine literacy leadership with specialized practice; suggested career paths noted by the program include Reading Specialist, Literacy Coach, Department Chair, Special Education Teacher, Gifted Education Teacher, Gifted Program Coordinator and Special Education Department Lead. The dual-endorsement pathway is intended to expand flexibility and leadership opportunities within school systems.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

No program-specific scholarships or costs are provided on the sourced text. Applicants should inquire with the university about available financial aid, institutional scholarships, tuition assistance, and employer-sponsored funding opportunities.