Program Description

100% Online | 3 Courses | 9 Credit Hours

The English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Endorsement Certificate Program at Kennesaw State University is a three-course sequence (9 credit hours) with embedded field experiences. The program is housed in the Inclusive Education Department in the Bagwell College of Education at Kennesaw State University. The ESOL Endorsement Certificate program requires at least a two-semester commitment. Candidates may enroll in one or two courses during a semester but must be prepared to devote time to teaching in an approved ESOL classroom during the methods and materials course. ESOL Endorsement Certificate candidates must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to create environments and learning experiences that engage students in active learning and authentic achievement. Candidates constantly assess and use results for improvement of K-12 student learning.

 

Admission Requirements & How to Apply

Please gather your teaching certificate and resume before applying so you can upload these documents during the application process.

  1. Online Graduate Application.
  2. Transcripts - Official transcripts from EACH College and/or University you have attended. Must be in a sealed envelope from the institution or sent electronically from the institution directly to ksugrad@kennesaw.edu.  If mailed directly from the institution to KSU, send to the address below:

    Graduate Admissions
    3391 Town Point Drive
    Mailbox #9109
    Kennesaw, GA 30144

  3. Clear Renewable Georgia Teaching Certificate - To print a copy of your clear, renewable Georgia teaching certificate, you may log onto www.gapsc.com
  4. Resume or Professional Vitae - Can be uploaded into the online application. Should document education, years of teaching experience, current school and district, volunteer and service accomplishments, and a record of your leadership activities.
  5. International Applicants Only: Please contact 770-499-3002 for all international admission requirements related to your citizenship or visa status OR link to the Graduate International Admissions page.

Deadline

  • Enrolls for Summer - May 1 deadline

Contact Us

For more information, contact us at ined-info@kennesaw.edu.