CLAD through CTEL
Online Certificate Program

California Teachers of English Learners Certificate
CTC Approved and Meets CTEL Standards
100% Online Program

This CTC approved program authorizes you to provide specialized instruction to English learners in a California classroom. You'll learn to design curriculum to assist students with developing their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in English.

Courses address the belief that teaching English learners requires an understanding of first and second language acquisition theories; how culture impacts learning; appropriate bilingual methodology; and the need to use appropriate content area instruction through Specially-Designed Academic Instruction in English (SDAIE).

Brandman's CLAD certificate program is approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Candidates who successfully complete the requirements will not need to take the State CLAD examination.

• Theories in Language Structure and Acquisition
• English Language and Literacy Development
• Content-based Instruction for Linguistic Minority Students: SDAIE
• Voice, Diversity, Equity and Social Justice

CLAD through CTEL
Online Certificate Program

Continuing Education
California Teachers of English Learners Certificate
CTC Approved and Meets CTEL Standards

This CTC approved online certificate program is available only for individuals with a California teaching credential. It fulfills requirements for the Cross-cultural Language and Academic Development (CLAD) certificate. Consisting of four six-week courses, the curriculum has been designed around the Candidate Competency Standards set forth by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Learners enrolled in this program gain a depth of knowledge regarding current theories and research in the specialized instruction of English-language development. They will develop a foundation for understanding cultural differences among English learners-and how those differences relate to academic achievement in a culturally inclusive environment. Language structure and use, and first- and second-language development is investigated. Throughout the program, strategies for instruction and assessment of a linguistically diverse student body are addressed.

UOP's CLAD certificate program is approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Candidates who successfully complete the requirements will not need to take the State CLAD examination.

• Foundations of Instruction for English Learners
• Assessment of English Learners
• Understanding Language Acquisition & Cognition
• Teaching Reading & Writing to English Learners

Drexel’s School of Education was ranked as one of "America's Best Graduate Schools 2010" by U.S. News & World Report.

Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL)
Graduate Certificate

Teaching English as a second language in Pennsylvania and many other states now requires a Program Specialist: ESL certificate. Drexel’s TESL certificate satisfies this requirement by equipping teachers with the knowledge and training to educate tomorrow’s leaders in multi-cultural education. The Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) Certificate program is an add-on certificate available to students that currently possess a K-12 teaching certificate and want to become instructors of English as a Second Language. Credits earned through this program may be applied toward the MS in the Science of Instruction. The 12-credit TESL certificate program covers the theory and practice of second language education, the structure and sound of English, the design and assessment of ESL course materials, as well as broader issues in intercultural learning. It does not require that the instructor speak another language. Credits earned through this program may be applied toward the MS in the Science of Instruction. Drexel Online’s ESL teaching certificate is taught completely online through Drexel's interactive e-Learning method to fit students’ busy personal and work schedules.

• Language Learning & Teaching
• Structure/Sound Sys of English
• Design and Assessment
• The Intercultural Learner

This program satisfies the PA state education requirements to teach English as a Second Language. Upon completion of the program, graduates are awarded an ESL teaching certificate and a Drexel University credential to obtain a Pennsylvania TESL position. The student may then apply for PA certification through the hiring school district. Applicants from other states should check with their Department of Education for certification requirements.

WGU is the only exclusively online university to receive NCATE accreditation for its online teaching degree programs.

English Language Learners /
English as a Second Language
Endorsement Preparation for PK - 12 Teachers

WGU's online ELL endorsement preparation program isdesigned for currently licensed elementary and secondary school teachers who desire to be licensed to teach in ELL or ESL settings. With this endorsement, you will become highly qualified in ELL or ESL, increase your career opportunities, earn re-licensure points, and possibly become eligible for lane changes leading to increased salary.

The program is for licensed teachers with bachelor’s degrees who are interested in ELL or ESL instruction, community college teachers who work in ELL or ESL settings ,district instructional personnel and curricula leaders, and "Emergency credentialed" ELL or ESL teachers who need the endorsements to be considered highly qualified.

• Language Production, Theory and Acquisition
• Theories of Second Language Learning Acquisition and Grammar
• Planning, Implementing, Managing Instruction
• Assessment Theory and Practice

ESL / ESOL
Master of Education

As the diversity of student populations change globally, teaching English as a second language is a skill in high demand. This program enhances skills in communicating with speakers of other languages and integrating techniques to successfully instruct students in English proficiency. (Note: Learners seeking ESL/ESOL certification should verify with appropriate state officials that this specialization meets applicable certification requirements.)

ESL / ESOL
Doctor of Education

The pedagogy of language acquisition is of extreme importance in today's classrooms and businesses. This specialization provides the knowledge base to build successful programs to enhance the learning of the English language, to assess skills of diverse students and to design instruction with bilingual materials. A practicum is possible for this level of study in English as a Second Language. (Note: Learners seeking ESL/ESOL certification should verify with appropriate state officials that this specialization meets applicable certification requirements.)

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Mater of Arts in Teaching

The Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (MAT-TESOL) is an innovative degree that merges the best of graduate-level TESOL training with the strong foundation of the Rossier School of Education's renowned teacher preparation program. The MAT-TESOL will prepare students to enter the teaching profession and pursue careers as English language teaching specialists in a variety of settings and educational levels. The curriculum is designed to prepare domestic and international candidates planning to work with children, youth, or adults, either in the U.S. or abroad. The MAT-TESOL is offered in both on-campus and online delivery formats. Students will be able complete the MAT-TESOL degree in just over one year of full-time study.

• Human Differences and Teaching Special Population
• TESOL Pedagogy I
• TESOL Pedagogy II
• Instruction for Limited-English Proficient Students

CLAD and CTEL Certificate FAQs

1. What is a CLAD (Cross-cultural Language and Academic Development) Credential?

The CLAD credential is required by the State of California for teachers who instruct English Language Learners (ELL). The CLAD authorizes two types of ELL instruction: Instruction of English Language Development (ELD) and Specially Designed Academic Instruction Delivered in English (SDAIE).

2. What exactly are the two types of ELL instruction?

English Language Development (ELD) is a content subject area. ELD is instruction appropriate for the level of language proficiency as identified for each EL student. The instruction is designed to promote the effective and efficient acquisition of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills of the EL student. This type of instruction is also known as English as a Second Language (ESL) or Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL).

Specially Designed Academic Instruction Delivered in English (SDAIE) is an instructional approach designed to increase the level of comprehensibility of the English language in the content area of the class. The specially designed content instruction in subject matter, such as math or social science, is presented in English to English learners in classes which are restricted to instruction in the subject area and grade level of the prerequisite credential (as applicable).

3. What is a CLAD Certificate Through CTEL? How is it different from CLAD?

The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) has discontinued the acceptance of previously approved coursework leading to the CLAD Certificate. Beginning January 2008, the CLAD Certificate through CTEL coursework program will now authorize instruction for English language development (ELD) and specially designed academic instruction delivered in English (SDAIE) in grades twelve and below, including preschool, and classes organized primarily for adults.

4. Is the CLAD Certificate a teaching credential?

The CLAD Certificate is a supplementary authorization to an existing California teaching credential and cannot be obtained unless you hold the appropriate California credential (see below).

5. What qualifications are required to obtain a CLAD Certificate Through CTEL via university-level coursework?

Applicants must satisfy all of the following requirements at the time of application to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC):

• Possess a valid California teaching credential
• Successfully complete coursework in a CTC-approved program

6. Do I need to take a test at the end?

No, completing the coursework will allow you to be certified to teach English learners in a K-12 setting.

7. Am I eligible to apply for the CLAD or CTEL Certificate Program if I am not currently a full-time classroom teacher?

Yes, as long as you have a valid California teaching credential.

8. CLAD Certificates Overview by CTC (PDF download)