English as a Second Language (ESL)

Kutztown University's Department of Secondary Education is accredited by the PA Department of Education to provide the Program Specialist Certificate-English as a Second Language (ESL).

The program provides students seeking the ESL certificate the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to address the needs of English Language Learners (ELLs) in a comprehensive program. This certification is for certificate holders in all K-12 programs to be conferred upon completion of or possession of an initial teaching certificate.

Program Requirements

• 15 credits of class work 
• 60 hours of fieldwork experience
• Students must have a valid PA Instructional I or II Certificate to complete the program
• Foreign applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English via the ACTFL English Language OPI

Courses of Study - 15 Credits

EDU/MLS 428: Culture and Diversity of English Learners
EDU/MLS 434: Instructional Methodology for English Learners
EDU/MLS 435: Language Acquisition and English Linguistics
EDU 436 - Assessment of English Learners
EDU 437 - Protocols and Practices for PA ESL Programs

Courses taught on campus and online

How Can I Receive More Information?

If you would like more information on the ESL Program Specialist Certification, please request information via the Office of Graduate Admissions or send an email to muzeta@kutztown.edu.