Find out more about Graduate Certificate in English as a Foreign Language/English as a Second Language Teacher Preparation

Program Details

IU Online meets the demand for EFL / ESL teachers with its Graduate Certificate in English as a Foreign Language / English as a Second Language Teacher Preparation. Today’s globalization of business makes this online ESL teacher training program relevant for both new and experienced teachers as demand increases for ESL teachers.

With an emphasis on literacy coaching, mentoring, and supervision, the online ESL graduate certificate program requires all students to participate in a practicum. Study topics within the coursework include the following:

• Language policy and planning
• Mentorship and literacy coaching of EFL / ESL teachers
• Instruction and assessment

Graduates find success in public and private schools. Other career options include working for nonprofits, vocational training programs, or international business settings.

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