English as a Second Language PreK-12, Graduate Certificate*

Program Information

Department of Curriculum and Instruction
ETSU Box 70684
Johnson City, TN 37614
(423) 439-7595
Web Address: www.etsu.edu/coe/cuai

Natalia Ward, Ph.D., Program Coordinator
409D Warf-Pickel Hall
Box 70684
(423) 439-7052
email: wardna1@etsu.edu

Karin Keith, Ph.D., Chair
401 Warf-Pickel Hall
Box 70684
(423) 439-7598
email: keithkj@etsu.edu

The Department of Curriculum and Instruction offers a Certificate in English as a Second Language PreK-12 licensure program. The program provides advanced coursework directed at instructional practices for individuals who want to teach English learners (ELs) in PreK-12 settings. For current teachers, this certificate program can lead to an additional teacher licensure in PreK-12 English as a Second Language .

English as a Second Language (ESL) PreK-12, Graduate Certificate Requirements: 12 credits

Required Courses: 12 credits

• CUAI 5007 - Assessment of English Learners in PreK-12 Classrooms (3 credits)
• CUAI 5010 - Advanced Studies of Language and Culture in PreK-12 Classrooms (3 credits)
• CUAI 5017 - ESL Teaching Methods and Materials in PreK-12 Classrooms (3 credits)
• CUAI 5604 - Advanced Internship in PreK-12 ESL Classrooms (3 credits)

Note:

Students who have taken undergraduate equivalencies of the above courses may substitute such courses with coursework approved by the Graduate Coordinator and the student’s advisor of record.