Teaching English as a Second Language, Certificate
Program Details
- Location
- Akron Campus
- Level
- undergraduate
- Degree/Program Type
- Certificate Program / certificate
- Format
- In-person
- Course Info
- Curriculum Guide
- College
- Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences (BCAS)
- School/Department
- Department of English
Program Contact
- Dr. William (Bill) Visco
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Assistant Professor
330-972-7029
Overview
The Teaching English as a Second Language Certificate program at The University of Akron is designed for individuals—both native and non-native English speakers—who want to teach English in international settings or in U.S. educational environments outside Ohio public schools. Students gain a strong foundation in modern and applied linguistics, second language pedagogy, and related disciplines. This program equips future educators with the tools to teach English effectively to non-native speakers around the world.
Note: Those interested in teaching ESL in Ohio public schools should refer to the TESOL Endorsement requirements through the College of Education.
Admissions Requirements
Students who do not have English as a native language must demonstrate adequate proficiency in English with a valid TOEFL score of 550 (paper based)/213 (computer based)/79 (Internet based/iBT) or higher, or a valid IELTS score of 6.0 or higher.
Undergraduate certificate programs require a 2.00 grade-point average.
Students admitted with an undergraduate status are required to take ENGL 111 (English Composition I) and ENGL 112 (English Composition II) prior to applying for the certificate.
All students who wish to pursue the TESL certificate should meet with the program coordinator to discuss the program and availability of courses.
Career Outcomes
Graduates with a Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language from The University of Akron are equipped for various roles, including:
ESL/EFL Teaching
Translation/Interpretation
Corporate Language Training