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EFL/ESL Teacher Training, Graduate Certificate

The IU Online Graduate Certificate in EFL/ESL Teacher Training prepares you to work with non–English-speaking students. This flexible online program prepares you to meet the increasing demand for qualified individuals with EFL/ESL skill sets.

Program quick facts

Course Delivery

100% Online

Total Credits

12

Campuses Hosting

  • Bloomington

Degree Type

Graduate Certificate

Certificate Overview

As a student in the IU Online Graduate Certificate in EFL/ESL Teacher Training, you’ll take coursework in instruction and assessment approaches and in language policy and planning. You’ll also complete a practicum in literacy, culture, and language education. Additional coursework emphasizes leadership and mentorship.

You’ll also graduate with an Indiana University certificate respected by employers worldwide—and you can work on yours anytime and anywhere. Plus, you’ll enjoy personalized support services throughout your academic journey.

To be accepted to this program, you must have:

  • A bachelor's degree
  • 2.7 GPA or above on a 4.0 scale

To apply to this program:

  • Personal statement
  • Resume
  • One letter of recommendation
  • Minimum 79 TOEFL score or minimum 6.5 IELTS score (international students only)

Your IU Online Graduate Certificate in EFL/ESL Teacher Training prepares you to work with non–English speaking learners in such settings as: 

  • Elementary, secondary, and post-secondary levels in private or public schools 
  • Life skills, literacy, or vocational training programs 
  • Nonprofit organizations 
  • Private tutoring companies 
  • International business settings   

To earn the Graduate Certificate in EFL/ESL Teacher Training, you must complete 12 credit hours. Requirements are broken down as follows: 

  • EFL/ESL teacher training core courses (9 credit hours)
  • EFL/ESL teacher training elective course (3 credit hours)  

NOTE: If you choose to pursue the IU Online M.S. in Literacy, Culture, and Language Education, these certificate courses may apply to your degree requirements. Completion of the certificate program does not guarantee admission to the graduate program.

Core

Core Classes for the Graduate Certificate in EFL/ESL Teacher Training
Course Number Course Name Credits
EDUC-L 525 Practicum in Literacy, Culture, and Language Education 3 Credits
EDUC-L 540 ESL/EFL Instruction and Assessment Approaches 3 Credits
EDUC-L 547 Language Policy and Planning                                               3 Credits

Elective

Elective Classes for the Graduate Certificate in EFL/ESL Teacher Training
Course Number Course Name Credits
EDUC-A 515 Educational Leadership: Teacher Development and Evaluation 3 Credits
EDUC-L 548 Mentorship and Literacy Coaching of EFL/ESL Teachers 3 Credits

 

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Program cost information

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Note: This program is not eligible for financial aid.

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