Graduate Certificate Educating Multilingual Learners at Arizona State University

The graduate certificate in educating multilingual learners prepares you to educate multilingual learners in a variety of settings, including pre-K-12 schools, colleges, universities and organizations that serve and advocate for linguistically diverse populations. Although the program is an excellent choice if you are seeking to improve your preparation for multilingual learners, it doesn't lead to teacher certification.

Faculty: Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation  |  Department: Division for Advancing Education Policy, Practice  |  Duration: 15 credit hours  |  Study mode: online  |  Location: Tempe, AZ, United States

What you will study

15 credit hours Required Core (9 credit hours) BLE 534 Language, Policy and Power: Past and Present (3) BLE 536 Education for Social Transformation (3) BLE 537 Linguistics for Educators (3) Electives (6 credit hours) Additional Curriculum Information Students should see the academic unit for the approved list of elective courses.

Career pathways

As populations continue to diversify, there is high demand for professionals with expertise in supporting multilingual learners. Program graduates are well suited for positions within education or organizations that serve international or immigrant populations. Career examples: educational consultant, education manager, instructor, multilingual or bilingual education specialist, professional development manager, school administrator.

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