College of Health, Education and Social Transformation

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

College of Health, Education and Social Transformation

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Advocate for English Language Learners

The Graduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) from NMSU is designed to prepare inservice teachers to work with Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CLD) students in the context of classrooms, schools, and communities.

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Quick Facts

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 TESOL:

  • Curriculum/course designer
  • English language teacher administrator
  • English language teacher trainer
  • ESL teacher
Dr. Susana Ibarra Johnson is an assistant professor in bilingual education and TESOL in the School of Teacher Preparation, Administration, and Leadership.
The Experience

Teach Across Global Contexts

In this TESOL certificate program, you’ll critically examine issues confronting Spanish-speaking and heritage language populations. With a TESOL International focus, you’ll be prepared to understand international contexts and teach across global settings.

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12 credits

With just 12 credits you can become an advocate for multilingual students, families, and communities.

The Graduate Certificate in TESOL program consists of 12 credits.

Take classes like:

  • BLED 5320 - Second Language Acquisition
  • BLED 5420 - Pedagogy of TESOL
  • BLED 5330 - Assessment in Culturally & Linguistically Responsive Teaching
  • BLED 5990 - TESOL Practicum
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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.



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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.