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Course Description

Credit Validation for Literacy Council of North America Participants Only

We get it: it’s hard for educators to get away, even for important professional development. Due to popular demand, LitCon is now an all-virtual conference. That means no travel expenses, no need for substitutes, and a full month of access to literacy expertise!

LitCon attendees are the first to learn about current research findings, critical news, and leading practices in K–8 literacy education that go beyond theory and focus on practical application.

  • 98.8% of past attendees would recommend LitCon to another educator
  • Choose from more than 60 evidence-based concurrent sessions
  • Learn from respected researchers, educators, experts, and authors
  • Renew your passion for education with the support of a dedicated community
  • Earn 17 contact hours, plus additional hours for preconference workshops

Learner Outcomes

  • Review current research on literacy education so that you are more knowledgeable of the subject
  • Engage with peers to dive deeply into select topics in literacy education

Course Details

Number of Units: 1.5 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours

Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for Literacy Council of North America Participants

University of San Diego – Academic Credit Information

The University of San Diego partners with this program to offer graduate-level academic units/credit. To receive units, participants must first register and complete coursework through the external program provider. 

Courses offered through the USD's Credit Validation Program are accepted by many school districts and universities throughout the United States. It is the responsibility of the participant to verify district and/or university policies regarding transcript requirements, deadlines, and the applicability of units/credits.

The units provided are graduate-level professional development semester units intended solely for purposes such as salary advancement and credential renewal. These units are not applicable toward a master’s degree or higher degree program at the University of San Diego.

Participants who intend to apply these units toward a degree program at another institution are responsible for confirming that institution’s acceptance of the units prior to enrollment.

Directions to Enroll for Credit 

1. Enroll in this course:

2. Complete all course work with the Literacy Council of North America.

Please Note: USD does not provide course materials, manage instruction, or assign grades. All coursework is evaluated by the program’s instructor or coordinator.

3. Click “Add to Cart” located on the right of this page to purchase units. If this course displays “Request Information,” it means the course is either not yet open for enrollment or has already closed for enrollment.

4. Submit your Certificate of Completion by email to pce-cv@sandiego.edu after enrolling for credit and completing the course.

Transcript Process: Final grades submitted by the program provider will initiate the transcript process. Grades should be submitted within 7 days of the official course end date or the course enrollment deadline—whichever comes last. Participants are responsible for ensuring their mailing address is accurate and up to date in their USD student account to avoid delays in transcript delivery.

Transcript Delivery Timeline:

  • U.S. addresses: 2–3 weeks
  • International addresses: 3–4 weeks
For detailed information regarding the University of San Diego Credit Validation Program, please consult our Participant Guide.

Applies Towards the Following Certificate(s), Professional Programs and Series

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Type
Online
Dates
Feb 01, 2026 to Feb 28, 2026
Course Format
Course Fee(s)
EDU CV credit (1.5 units) $118.50
Available for Extension Credit
1.5 units

Section Notes

Audience: Classroom teachers, Literacy coaches and specialists, Building and district administrators, Title I teachers and coordinators, Interventionists, Teachers of Multilingual Learners, Curriculum directors, Language arts specialists, School librarians and media specialists, Reading Recovery professionals

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, minus a $25 processing fee, if requested within 30 days of the enrollment date. No refunds will be issued after the 30-day period.

Enrollment Open Through: April 1, 2026 (11:59pm PT)

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