Build the foundation to work with learners from diverse linguistic, educational, and ethnic backgrounds and earn provisional certification as a teacher of English as a second language. Our 21-credit program emphasizes language, literacy, applied linguistics, and second-language teaching approaches. Complete all requirements and receive the New Jersey Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing.
Requirements (21 credits)
- ESLM 525 Second Language Acquisition
- ESLM 545 English Structure & Proficiency Assessment
- ESLM 577 Sociolinguistics & Cultural Foundations of ESL
- ESLM 578 Theory & Practice of Teaching ESL
- ESLM 587 Curriculum, Methods, & Assessment for ESL
- ESLM 579 Language & Literacy for ESL
- ESLM 688 Clinical II: Practicum for Second Language Teachers
A course in psychology on human development/ learning (on any college transcripts) is also required.
English Language Proficiency Tests