Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, P.B.C. (In-Person)
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
Program Overview
The Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Post-Baccalaureate Certificate (P.B.C.) prepares educators to work with multilingual learners across content areas in K-12 settings. This program is meant for those who are:
1. Currently practicing non-ESOL/ELD teachers who want to learn how to address their multilingual learners’ needs in their content areas; or
2. Currently practicing non-ESOL/ELD teachers who want to move into ESOL; or
3. Currently practicing ESOL/ELD teachers who entered the field through Praxis only and want to get formal education in the field.
This program will help students prepare to take and pass the ESOL Praxis exam in Maryland towards getting an add-on ESOL endorsement. The program lasts one calendar year with new students starting the program each fall.
Students who finish the P.B.C. may apply for our M.Ed. in TESOL Program and, if accepted through a separate application process, can transfer the 12 P.B.C. credits towards the 30-credit TESOL M.Ed. This program also provides students with the pre-requisite courses needed for admissions into our Ed.D. in School System Leadership Specialization in TESOL and Dual Language Education Program.
NOTE: This program is for currently practicing, already certified K-12 teachers (any discipline) in public schools or public charter schools working with multilingual learners. This program does not lead to initial certification in ESOL. For more information regarding certification, contact Dr. Drew Fagan at dfagan@umd.edu.
How to Apply
How to Apply
All interested students should submit an official application through the University’s application system. This program code is Z099. Applicants must submit the following:
1. An official application through the university system
2. The application fee of $75.00
3. Unofficial transcripts for:
a. Completion of a Bachelor’s degree with a 3.0/4.0 GPA;
b. A completed Master’s degree if applicable
(NOTE: A Master’s degree is not necessary for this program);
c. Any post-baccalaureate courses where at least 9 credits were taken.
4. Two letters of recommendation
5. A Statement of Purpose explaining how this program fits in with your future plans and what you would bring to the program.
6. Updated resume
Information on admissions and application to this program can be found on the University Graduate Admissions website. Program code: Z099.
Program Requirements
Program Requirements
This 12-credit program introduces teachers and administrators to methods, theory, biliteracy work and assessment connected to the education of multilingual learners. Courses include:
TLPL 662: Second Language Acquisition
TLPL 665: Methods of Teaching Multilingual Learners
TLPL 660: Foundations of Literacy and Biliteracy
TLPL 655: Assessment and Language Education
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