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.
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
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.
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.
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.