The Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Certificate provides undergraduate students with a foundation in the approaches, methods, and techniques in teaching English to speakers of other languages, paired with a solid understanding of the theories of second language acquisition that underlie and motivate classroom practices. The program prepares future ESL teachers and others working with second language learners for classroom experiences with students in a variety of teaching contexts, with a specific focus on adult learners in the U.S.
The TESOL Certificate provides students with theoretical background and practical training in this teaching field. As the demands for English language teaching grow both in the U.S. and abroad, there is a rising increase in the need for trained teachers of English.
TESOL Certificate Program of Study
The TESOL Certificate Program comprises the following courses, the first four of which offer theoretical background in linguistics and second language acquisition, cross-cultural understanding, and approaches and methods in teaching English as a second language.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| LING 080 | Introduction to Linguistics | 3.0 credits |
| LING 170 | TESOL and Applied Linguistics | 3.0 credits |
| LING 177 | Second Language Acquisition | 3.0 credits |
| LING 270 | Techniques and Procedures in ESL | 4.0 credits |
Students may choose between the following two courses:
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| LING 081 | Structure of English Language | 3.0 credits |
Please note: No more than 6 credits may overlap between the TESOL certificate and the ELL Endorsement (CESS).