Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages requires 18 credit hours and is intended for those with a bachelor’s degree in any field and documented evidence of having studied a foreign language. The curriculum is designed to develop the knowledge, skills, and dispositions of those who are currently teaching or desire to teach language-minority adults and children to understand, speak, read, and write English in a variety of community, educational, and business settings.
For information regarding deadlines and requirements for admission, please see the Guide to Graduate Admissions.
In addition to the application materials required by The Graduate School, applicants must submit a personal statement and resume.
Certificate Program Requirements
Required: 18 credit hours
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses (15 credits) | ||
| TED 523 | Legal, Historical, and Cultural Issues in ESL | 3 |
| TED 603 | Literacy Instruction for English Language Learners | 3 |
| TED 604 | Applied Linguistics for ESL Teachers | 3 |
| TED 614 | Word Study | 3 |
| TED 618 | Teaching English as a Second Language | 3 |
| Elective (3 credits) | ||
| Select 3 credits | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 18 | |