Jane Porter (M.A. ’19)In addition to learning from books and from others, I also learned a great deal about myself. The entire process has given me more confidence.
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ESL Endorsement
As an educator, you have the opportunity to inspire, encourage and empower your students in the classroom and beyond. The ESL endorsement invites you into an intentional learning community that equips you with the practical knowledge and experience to make a difference for your students. Go beyond just earning credits and experience a Christ-centered community as you collaborate with fellow educators. Designed for certified teachers, this ESL endorsement opens up new opportunities for you to extend your influence to transform the lives of your students.
Format
- Online
Location
- Online
Credit Hours
- 24
Admission Requirements
- Application
- A completed bachelor’s degree with a minimum 2.7 GPA from an accredited institution
- Official college and/or military transcripts
Careers
Inspire others to reach their potential by starting with yourself. With an ESL endorsement, you open up a wide range of teaching opportunities, from kindergarten to high school. Serve in classrooms that need influencers like you, whether you’re there right now or you aspire toward something new. Current educators can pursue their path as an ESL teacher through this endorsement.
$14K
Estimated tuition and fees, visit Tuition & Financial Aid for more information.
90%
Of students work full time while pursuing a degree.
8
Courses included in the program.
Steps for Michigan Teachers
After finishing the ESL endorsement or M.A. in TESOL program, you’ll need to pass the Michigan Test for Teacher Certification’s English as a Second Language (086) test. Computer-based MTTC testing is available by appointment year-round, Monday through Saturday (excluding some holidays). To add your ESL credentials to your teaching certificate, you’ll need to begin the process by submitting your application through the Michigan Online Educator Certification System (MOECS).
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