College of Health, Education and Social Transformation
Bilingual Education
College of Health, Education and Social Transformation
Bilingual Education
Support Bilingual Students
The Graduate Certificate in Bilingual Education program from NMSU prepares you to understand multi/bilingualism in the context of schools, families, communities, and society while advancing your career as a scholar, practitioner, or education leader.
Admission Deadlines
There are no fixed deadlines*
- Total credits: 12
Delivery Format
In-person or 100% online
Career Pathways
While some jobs may require additional degrees or experience to qualify, here is a sampling of potential career options for holders of the Graduate Certificate in Bilingual Education:
- Bilingual teacher
- Education coordinator
- ESL teacher
- Language instructor
Transform Your Career in Education
In this certificate program, you’ll prepare to advance your career by working with Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CLD) students. You’ll also confront issues related to equity and social justice by serving as an advocate for bilingual children, their families, and communities.
12 credits
With just 12 credits you can help solve issues confronting Spanish-speaking and heritage language populations.
The Graduate Certificate in Bilingual Education program consists of 12 credits.
Take classes like:
- BLED 5320 - Second Language Acquisition
- BLED 5420 - Pedagogy of TESOL
- BLED/READ 5210 - Literacy-Language Instruction for Bilingual Students
- BLED 5410/READ 5220 - Sociolinguistics in Education
The Graduate Certificate in Bilingual Education consists of 12 credits, and it’s designed for students at the master’s or doctoral level. Admission requirements include:
- Three letters of recommendation
- A statement of purpose
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Scholarships and Financial Aid
At NMSU, we strive to offer competitively priced tuition to keep your tuition costs affordable. If you need financial aid, we’re ready to work with you to determine the best ways to finance your education.
Financial assistance includes loans, grants, and scholarship opportunities. To apply, use NMSU’s convenient Scholar Dollar$ one-stop scholarship application, which serves all students in the NMSU system.
NMSU students are also eligible for loans and grants. The first step in applying for financial aid is to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Learn more about financial aid opportunities at NMSU.
Contact Financial Aid
Phone: 1-888-729-6678
Email: financialaid@nmsu.edu
Accreditation
New Mexico State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Specialized accreditation from other accrediting agencies is also granted for some programs. NMSU’s accreditation ensures that your education meets high-quality standards and that your credits are transferable.