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World Language Teacher Graduate Certificate at Georgia State University

Georgia State University, United States

Programme overview

Teach the World Make a lasting impact in your classroom by helping students connect through language. Georgia State University’s online World Languages Teacher Graduate Certificate is designed to support passionate educators like you in creating vibrant, engaging language-learning experiences for K-12 students. Hold a bachelor’s or graduate degree (GPA 2.5 or higher)

Faculty: College of Education & Human Development  |  Department: Middle and Secondary Education  |  Duration: It will take a minimum of three semesters; 18-21 credit hours.  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Fall: Priority Deadline March 1; Regular Deadline March 15 Spring: Priority Deadline October 1; Regular Deadline October 15 Summer: Priority Deadline March 1; Regular Deadline March 15  |  Location: Atlanta, GA, United States

What you will study

Coursework and Credit Info If you’re already studying in the Department of World Languages and Cultures, you can apply for up to 9 credits from these courses: WLC 6128 FORL 7125 (elective) FORL 7126 (elective) That means you may only need 9 to 12 additional credit hours to qualify for renewable teacher certification. Go Further: Add a Dual Language Immersion (DLI) Endorsement Want to teach elementary school subjects like math or science in a target language? You can also pursue a DLI endorsement, offered online or on campus, with extra coursework. Visit the catalog for additional information and course work.

Career pathways

As you expand your knowledge of teaching languages and develop new skills, you will open doors for advanced career opportunities, including: World language teacher in private and community colleges and community organizations

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Application information

Entry requirements

When applying to the World Language Teacher Graduate Certificate program, you will need to submit several documents for review. Online application Application fee of $50 Resume (upload with the application) Goal statement (upload with application – the statement should describe interest in teaching and background experiences in the target language use: study abroad, family connections, travel or favorite coursework) Two letters of recommendation (identify your recommenders on the application); (a) an academic professional letter, (b) a letter from someone who can evaluate the applicant’s personal qualifications, experience and background light of the potential to work successfully with students at the P-12 levels, or (c) a letter from a current work supervisor (if applicable) Official transcript: Minimum 2.5 undergraduate GPA required for admission. Submit official transcripts with earned bachelor’s degree electronically to [email protected] or by mailing directly to Georgia State University, Office of Graduate Admissions, P.O. Box 4018, Atlanta, GA 30302.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: Fall: Priority Deadline March 1; Regular Deadline March 15 Spring: Priority Deadline October 1; Regu

Duration: It will take a minimum of three semesters; 18-21 credit hours.

Apply through the official page: https://education.gsu.edu/admissions/graduate/

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