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ESOL Graduate Certificate at University of South Florida

University of South Florida, United States

Programme overview

The professional certificate is designed for those who already hold a bachelor's degree and teaching certification. It provides the curriculum for specialising in teaching English language learners in K-12 settings and fulfils the education requirements for the ESOL endorsement.

Faculty: College of Education  |  Department: Dean's Office  |  Duration: 15 credit hours  |  Intake: Fall, spring and summer (application deadlines June 1, October 15, February 15)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Tampa, FL, United States

What you will study

Five courses: Communication and Understanding for English Language Learners, ESOL Curriculum and Materials Development, Methods of Teaching ESOL, Applied Linguistics for Teaching ESOL, and Testing and Evaluation of ESOL.

Career pathways

K-12 teachers specialising in English language learners.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate Certificate programme group (USF): applicants must apply and be admitted to the certificate, and meet University graduate admission requirements including English proficiency minimums. Applications are due June 1 (fall), October 15 (spring) and February 15 (summer). Applicants are encouraged to contact the Graduate Certificate Director before applying. Programme is designed for applicants who hold a bachelor's degree and teaching certification.

Requirements published at program group level.

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, spring and summer (application deadlines June 1, October 15, February 15)

Duration: 15 credit hours

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