Academic Catalog 2023-2024

Slippery Rock University

Written Literate Practices, Certificate

The online graduate Certificate in Written Literate Practices is designed to provide educators, administrators and communication specialists in commercial and non-profit enterprises with the knowledge of how literate practices and the skills associated with them are applied in various social, civic and organization settings.  Professional literate practices encompass reading and writing generated through the use of both traditional tools for working professionals in rhetoric, digital writing and publication, genre theory and knowledge, and linguistics - the science of language.  Students who earn the Certificate and who wish to apply to the MA in English blended program will have already completed four of the nine courses for that degree. 

To access Certificate Requirements, please view the Curriculum Guide tab.

Related Links

Written Literate Practices, Certificate Program Page

Languages, Literatures, Cultures, and Writing Department Page

Written Literate Fact Page

Professional Licensure/Certification Page

Curriculum Guide

  • Certificate GPA: 3.00 or higher
Required Courses
ENGL 602Rhetoric Theory3
ENGL 620Linguistics and Writing3
ENGL 627Evolution of Writing3
ENGL 642Digital Writing and Publishing3
Total Hours12

Important Curriculum Guide Notes

This Curriculum Guide is provided to help SRU students and prospective students better understand their intended major curriculum. Enrolled SRU students should note that the My Rock Audit may place already-earned and/or in progress courses in different, yet valid, curriculum categories. Enrolled SRU students should use the My Rock Audit Report and materials and information provided by their faculty advisers to ensure accurate progress towards degree completion. The information on this guide is current as of the date listed. Students are responsible for curriculum requirements at the time of enrollment at the University.

PASSHE - Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Institutions

Certificate Code: 9WLP