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English as a Second Language Supplemental Certificate

English as Second Language (ESL) is designed for students who intend to teach learners for whom English is a second or other language. The ESL supplemental certificate may be added to a valid Texas teacher certificate, special education certificate or Trade and Industrial Education certificate.

The coursework consists of 12 semester hours:

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Foundations of Language Acquisition

3

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Practicum in Reading and TESOL

3

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TESOL Methods and Assessment

3

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Diversity in American Education

3

In addition to the above coursework, students are required to successfully complete a student teaching experience in an approved ESL classroom. One year of successful classroom teaching experience in an approved ESL or bilingual education program may be substituted for student teaching.

EDMS50233/EDSE 50223 is Concurrent enrollment