Why TESOL?
More than 1.7 billion people in the world currently learn and use English worldwide, and for more than 2/3 of those people English is not their first language. English learners bring rich linguistic and cultural assets to the classroom, but they also face unique challenges that can impact their academic success if not properly addressed. Without targeted support, these students may struggle to access the curriculum, participate fully in school life, and achieve their full potential.
This certificate program prepares educators to meet the needs of English learners by offering comprehensive training in second language acquisition, English language development, culturally sustaining pedagogy, assessment and differentiation, and effective collaboration with families and colleagues. The program combines evidence-based coursework with hands-on field experiences in diverse educational settings, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared to meet the needs of multilingual learners.
Educators who complete this program will be licensed to teach English learners in a variety of P-12 settings and will serve as advocates for multilingual learners and their families. For licensed teachers who already have experience teaching English learners in your classroom, the accelerated program may be a good fit for you.
TESOL courses also equip participants for teaching English overseas, supporting licensed teachers in schools in the U.S. or abroad, teaching in community or church-based ESL programs, supporting learners through social work organizations, and working in nonprofit outreach to immigrants, refugees, and English learners born in the U.S.
Once teachers have completed the certificate coursework necessary for licensure, a master’s degree is just a few more courses away. For those who want to dig deeper into topics like curriculum design, assessment, and differentiation, our Master of Education degree is a convenient and affordable option. This degree builds on the certificate coursework and opens doors for more job opportunities, particularly in higher education or at the administrative level, often at a higher pay scale. Just six more courses and eight more months leads to dozens of new possibilities!
Course Curriculum
The following courses earn the TESOL Certificate and fulfill the first portion of the M.Ed. with TESOL Concentration. See "Master of Education Core Courses" below for the second portion of the M.Ed. requirements.
Fall (for regular-paced)
- TE533: Foundations of TESOL/EL
- TE535: Instructional Methods for TESOL/EL – Reading and Writing
Spring (for regular-paced)
- TE534: Instructional Methods for TESOL/EL – Listening and Speaking
- TE536: Teaching English Usage – Vocabulary, Pronunciation, and Grammar
- TE 595: TESOL Practicum (certificate students only)
The following courses fulfill the requirements for the second portion of the Master of Education in TESOL. All MEd students take these courses regardless of concentration.
Summer
- TBA - Critical Perspectives on Education
- ED525 - Differentiated Instruction and Assessment
- ED599 - Research Methods
- One Elective from the following:
- ED522 - Intercultural Communication
- ED654 - Curriculum Design
- ED577 - Technology Integration
Fall
- ED655a – Research Proposal Writing
- ED655b – Field-based Research
Why Study TESOL/EL at HU?
- Program is completely online with no residential requirements
- Convenience and flexibility of online format with multiple live class options in each course
- High level of interactivity with classmates and professors
- Seven-week courses, taken one at a time
- Certificate can be completed in eight months (four months for teachers who qualify for the accelerated program)
- All courses follow a similar format and structure so they are easy to follow
- All assignments are discussions, papers, or projects. There are no tests or quizzes.
- The 15-credit hour TESOL/EL Certificate leads seamlessly into the Master of Education in TESOL/EL program
- We have a 99% pass rate on the Praxis Licensing Test: English to Speaker of Other Languages
- Teachers from more than two dozen school corporations in Indiana have completed our program
We also have an on-campus TESOL/EL certificate program and TESOL minor for traditional undergraduate students.
Two Types of TESOL Certificates
TESOL/EL Certificate
Consider receiving your TESOL Certificate from HU. You’ll earn an internationally-recognized qualification to teach English anywhere in the world. (Yes, anywhere!) Our TESOL certification program can be completed in as few as 8 months.
Accelerated TESOL/EL Certificate
Did you know if you're a current teacher with at least 2 years of experience with English learners, you can complete our 15-hour ATESOL Certificate program in just 4 months! Watch the video to learn more...
Huntington University is an approved provider of the EL License.
Why TESOL at Huntington University?
No matter your background, no matter your destination, HU prepares you! You don't have to be an education major or current teacher. Our program does allow current teachers to add EL state licensure, but our certification and degree programs are open to all backgrounds and prepare you for any and all settings.
