Normal Program Completion Time: 10 Months
This program is offered online.
Students pursuing a 15-credit online Graduate Certificate in Teaching English Language Learners (TELL) will develop skills in teaching English grammar and syntax, language pedagogy, language acquisition, English as a Second Language (ESL) teaching methodology, and ESL curriculum and assessment. The program also provides students with both theory and practice to promote culturally and linguistically sensitive educational experiences. The program equips students with the knowledge and skills to teach English language learners, as well as to design, implement, and evaluate English language courses for non-native speakers.
Assessment of student learning outcomes will be aligned with Program Outcomes and reviewed on a 3-year cycle, which will include external assessment through Peregrine Academic Services.
The Graduate Certificate in Teaching English Language Learners is not designed to fulfill the educational requirements for any educational credential, such as a state teacher's license or TESOL certification. Post University assists in researching and providing information regarding licensure; however, each state has different requirements for such licensure outside of the required education. Such state requirements may include licensure exams, background checks, certain work experience, and more. It is ultimately the responsibility of each student to manage their own licensure process and to ensure that all requirements are met in order for the student to obtain licensure. Post University does not speak on behalf of any licensing board or body and does not guarantee licensure. Requirements for licensure are subject to change without notice. Learn about teaching certification requirements through the state departments of education: https://www2.ed.gov/about/contacts/state/index.html.
Return to: