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Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Certificate

As diverse cultures continue to integrate, more and more educators are instructing students whose primary language is not English. This certificate offers advanced preparation for culturally and ethnically diverse teaching environments.

Unique Features

  • Evening classes
  • Small class sizes
  • Focus on second language teaching, language acquisitions, cross-cultural communication and linguistics
  • Classes utilize both theory and practice

Our Graduates

The certificate demonstrates the graduate's expertise in communicating effectively with students of various origins. In addition, the certificate further prepares teachers to teach community college or adult ESL (English as a second language) classes.

Admissions Requirements

  • Application form and fee
  • Orientation interview with the program director
  • Statement of Intent
  • Three references
  • Writing sample
  • Official transcript of BA/BS degree
  • Letter of explanation if your GPA is under 2.75
  • (Download required forms)

Courses

View a list of courses and descriptions.

Timeline

Courses are in the semester format, beginning in the fall (August), spring (January) or summer (May).

Further Information

How much does it cost?

Tuition is competitively priced and financial aid is available. View details on tuition and fees.

How do I apply?

The application process is straightforward, and the Graduate Admissions Office is available to answer any questions.

Program Director

Henrietta Siemens, Ph.D.

Related

Master of Arts in TESOL

Parent Program

Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Program

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