English as a Second Language (ESL)
Post-Degree Endorsement
Prepare for Arizona's English as a Second Language (ESL) endorsement with field-intensive, standards-based courses. Classes emphasize technology, diversity and current ESL theory. Complete this program by taking a combination of evening, weekend and online classes. A suggested completion schedule is available online.
Before you can enroll, you must earn a bachelor's degree in education or a subject discipline.
Program/Major Codes: CRDENDORSEA/EDE
What can I do with this certificate?
Career options: ESL classroom teacher, resource teacher or other ESL specialist.
Academic options: Continue your education with post-graduate work in education or a subject discipline, or pursue other specialized endorsements offered by Pima.
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Program Requirements
Required Core Courses
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| EDU 243 | ESL Practicum | 3 |
| EDU 244 | Teaching Reading and Writing to ESL Students | 3 |
| EDU 245 | Linguistics | 3 |
| EDU 246 | Assessment of ESL Students | 3 |
| EDU 247 | Family/Community Involvement in ESL Student Instruction | 3 |
| EDU 274 | Structured English Immersion Foundations | 3 |
| EDU 281 | Structured English Immersion Methods | 3 |
| or EDU 286 | Structured English Immersion Methods (Completion) | |
| Total | 21 | |