Bilingual and ESL Education, Post B.A. Certificate

Earn Your Endorsement in English as a Second Language (ESL), and/or Bilingual Endorsement (BIL)

Through an endorsement in BIL or ESL, you can increase your cultural knowledge of multilingual children, develop skills to solve challenges in bilingual and ESL classrooms, and take advantage of resume-enhancing opportunities. 

By relating theory to practice, the certification emphasizes your development as a reflective practitioner committed to lifelong learning and high standards for all your students.

Candidates must have their Professional Educator License (PEL)

Career Enhancements

Obtaining a certificate in BIL or ESL Education increases the scope of your impact as will be able to reach students in the pursuit of English language skills both in the U.S. and abroad. This certification will enable you to specialize in teaching English learners, empowering you to support students from diverse linguistic backgrounds effectively. With this certificate, you can pursue roles in various educational settings, including public and private schools, international education programs, and adult education centers. 

What You'll Study

Our academic catalog has detailed information about what you'll study, like courses, hours needed for completion, and other requirements.

Courses are offered in an online (asynchronous or synchronous), hybrid, or face-to-face format

Certificate Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
  • Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)
  • Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher to be admitted

Application Materials

  • Official transcript(s) from all previous college work
  • Screenshot of your Professional Educator License (PEL)

Scholarships

At GovState, many scholarships are available and can make your education even more affordable!

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