Jubilee Hall
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shu.edu/academics/tesol-certification.html
Program Code: EC_TESL_NM
For Candidates with an Instructional Certificate
The Certificate in Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) endorsement program is a 15-credit curriculum for individuals who already hold a standard teaching license. Students who successfully complete this curriculum will be qualified for nomination related to the New Jersey Department of Education's Endorsement to Teach English Language Learners (ELLs).
This endorsement's series of courses are guided by state and national standards. Upon completion of the TESOL coursework, students will be qualified to teach ELLs in K-12 and adult education settings throughout the United States and abroad.
Admissions Details
The Office of Graduate Affairs processes all applications and offers an overview of the application process. Specific details regarding this program's admissions details are outlined below.
Application Requirements
To be considered for admission, applicants are required to submit the following materials:
- Online application and application fee
- Resume/Curriculum vitae
- Personal statement (up to 550 words, about two pages)
- Official transcript(s) from all institutions attended
Note: The Certificate in Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) curriculum requires students to hold a current Instructional Certificate. Interested students without an Instructional Certificate are encouraged to pursue the College's Certificates of Eligibility with Advanced Standing options (Elementary or Secondary), the M.A.E. in Elementary Teaching program, or the M.A.E. in Secondary Teaching program.
International applicants are welcome. Please review the College's frequently asked admissions questions for supplemental requirements.
Application and Enrollment Dates
The program operates on a rolling admissions schedule where students may begin their studies in either the Fall or Spring semester.
Curriculum Requirements
Students must complete a minimum of 15 credit hours, as listed below.
Testing Requirement
Students must pass oral and written English language proficiency tests. The Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) and the Written Proficiency Test (WPT) must be passed with a minimum score of “Advanced Low”.
