In order to meet KSDE licensure guidelines, Reading Specialist candidates must have two years of classroom teaching experience (within six years), complete Master's degree before applying for a conditional school specialist license and a post-graduation internship before applying for a professional school specialist license. Candidates must secure full-time teaching position and enroll in two semesters of 'Reading Specialist Internship.' Upon successful completion of a two-hour internship in each of two semesters, candidates will be eligible to apply for a professional Kansas Reading Specialist license.

Accreditation

Fort Hays State University is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.