Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Bridge the Language Barrier: Online TESOL Certificate Empowers You to Make a Difference for ELL Students

The online Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages graduate certificate helps prepare students who are planning to teach content classes to English language learners (ELLs) in either the United States or other countries.

The 18-credit TESOL program, made up of six TESOL courses, is approved by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) to fulfill requirements for the ESOL teaching endorsement for graduate and undergraduate students who have the Missouri PK-12 primary teaching certificate.

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Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Graduate Certificate

The graduate certificate in TESOL is designed to meet the need for teachers who can apply knowledge about language learning to their culturally and linguistically diverse classrooms.

Course work is blended, some campus visits are required. Courses are held online. Internships are completed in-person for teacher certification that meets the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education requirements.

Courses are semester-based. Students typically take one to two classes per semester and finish the program in two years. Course work includes Foundations of teaching English to speakers of other languages Principles of second/foreign language acquisition Cross-cultural communication in the classroom.

Outcomes and Career Outlook

Earning a graduate certificate in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) opens doors to a fulfilling career in language education. This credential equips you to teach English to non-native speakers in diverse settings like schools (US or abroad), universities, adult education programs, or language institutes. Beyond the classroom, you could develop curriculum materials for ELL learners, train other educators on effective teaching methods, or consult on language acquisition programs for schools or organizations.

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Non-Missouri Residents: Prospective students are responsible for reviewing the UMSL state authorizations page to see if this program is offered in their state throughout their program and to review the licensure or certification requirements for the state in which they reside.

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