Literacy in Post-Secondary Settings Certificate

Western Kentucky University, founded in 1906 and located in Bowling Green, is a mid-sized public university with a strong reputation for hands-on learning and student support. With about 16,750 students and 1,300 international learners, WKU combines a welcoming campus community with a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs. The university balances tradition and innovation to help students develop both subject expertise and career-ready skills.

WKU emphasizes experiential learning through research projects, internships, community partnerships, and applied classrooms that mirror professional settings. Faculty mentorship and comprehensive student services enhance academic success while active student organizations and campus initiatives foster leadership and personal growth. With more than 260 academic programs, students can tailor their studies to match goals across fields such as business, education, health sciences, and the arts.

International students will find dedicated support for admissions, orientation, and integration into campus life, plus access to career services and industry connections in the region. Small class sizes in many majors allow direct faculty engagement, while campus resources support academic advising, language development, and professional placement. WKU is well suited to students who want an engaging, supportive university experience with strong pathways to internships and careers.

The Literacy in Post-Secondary Settings Certificate is a non-degree program for graduate students who want to support literacy learners in post-secondary settings. This one-year program is offered in English and provides essential skills and instructional strategies for instructors at community colleges, technical schools, and adult education institutions.

The curriculum includes courses on literacy instruction, assessment, and intervention, as well as content area literacy and diversity and equity in literacy education. Students will gain practical experience in teaching literacy to post-secondary students.

Graduates of this program can work as instructors at community colleges, technical schools, or adult education institutions, or as educational consultants or program directors. They can also pursue careers as curriculum specialists or instructional designers, helping to develop effective literacy programs for post-secondary students.