English for Speakers of Other Languages Certificate

This program (equal to a year of preparation) is designed for those seeking a certificate in English for Speakers of Other Languages.

Candidates may be awarded this certificate by completing the course of study and 90 clock hours of practicum. The objective is to provide an opportunity for students to receive the coursework required to teach English for Speakers of Other Languages outside of the public school setting.

Students must complete all courses with a “C-” or better. A minimum of 15 program credits must be completed at EOU. All transfer courses must be transcripted and syllabi must be evaluated for approval by the ESOL team leader. ESOL program practica (90 hours) must be completed at EOU, which includes ED 421L and ED 479. S/U courses may not be elected for program requirements. [On-campus only certificate]

Required Certificate Courses: 22 credits

ED 130 - Cultural Differences in American Education Credits: 2
ED 361 - Foundations Second Language Learning Credits: 3
ED 421 - Second Language Acquisition Credits: 3
ED 421L - ESOL Strategies Lab Credits: 1
ED 446 - Socio-Linguistics Teachers Credits: 3
ED 462 - Language & Cognition in L2 Learners Credits: 3
ED 479 - Practicum For ESOL Credits: 3
ENGL 316 - Approaches Grammar*AEH Credits: 4

Total credits required for certificate: 22

Students must apply for the certificate with their advisor, at least one term prior to their intended graduation.