ESOL Graduate Program

English as a Second Language / Bilingual

This Course of Study (equal to a year of preparation) is designed for those seeking an endorsement in English for Speakers of Other Languages. Candidates may add this endorsement to a license by completing the course of study, including 90 clock hours of practicum, and obtaining a passing score on ORELA-ESOL.

Course work in the endorsement program may be applied to a Master’s of Science degree in Education.

*Only one graduate-level transfer course, equivalent to 3 quarter credit hours, will be considered for application towards the graduate course of study.

ESOL Graduate Certificate Program

This program (equal to a year of preparation) is designed for those seeking a certificate in English for Speakers of Other Languages. Candidates may be awarded this certificate by completing the course of study and 90 clock hours of practicum. The objective is to provide an opportunity for students to receive the coursework required to teach English for Speakers of Other Languages outside of the public school setting. Such settings may include community programs and language programs offered outside of the United States.

ESOL Certificate Checksheet (Graduate)