Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Austin Peay State University

Program Details

It does not require graduate studies to teach children or adults English as a second language. The Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages from APSU provides a path to teaching non-English native speakers at home, online, or abroad.

The online ESL coursework teaches the contemporary pedagogies and theories in TESOL. Graduates receive a TESOL certificate.

The faculty within the Department of Education bring their cultural expertise and years of hands-on teaching experience in ESL. Students gain skills beyond teaching. These include:

  • Communications
  • Adult Education
  • Lesson Planning
  • Writing

% Online

100% Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)

School Accreditation & Licensing

Austin Peay State University is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Some College

Admission Tests

Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s)