Graduate Certificate – English as a Second Language Online
Equip yourself with the credentials to build better learning experiences and make an impact in the lives of English language learners everywhere.
Program Overview
See how this online ESL certificate can benefit you
Discover the latest methodologies for language acquisition and pedagogy to become more effective in the classroom and beyond with the online Graduate Certificate – English as a Second Language program from Southeastern Oklahoma State University. Develop the expertise to meet the diverse educational needs of English language learners at the elementary, secondary and adult-learning levels.
Enhance your capability to reach diverse student populations with this 100% online Graduate Certificate in English as a Second Language program and prepare for roles in teaching, curriculum development, educational research or leadership within ESL education. Coursework meets the TESOL/CAEP standards and prepares you to sit for the English as a Second Language (ESL) Oklahoma Subject Area Test (OSAT). Your certificate course credits can also be applied toward a master’s degree.
In this ESL certification program online, you will:
- Understand the foundations of reading, phonics, vocabulary, word recognition and comprehension at an advanced level
- Develop effective instructional strategies for reading and writing
- Understand the effects of literacy materials and environments on learning to read and write
- Assess ESL learners in a K-12 classroom regarding ESL materials selection, instruction, literacy and content-area instructions (L2 and ESL) as well as sheltered English instruction using Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP)
- Understand the foundations of reading, phonics, vocabulary, word recognition and comprehension at an advanced level
- Develop effective instructional strategies for reading and writing
- Understand the effects of literacy materials and environments on learning to read and write
- Assess ESL learners in a K-12 classroom regarding ESL materials selection, instruction, literacy and content-area instructions (L2 and ESL) as well as sheltered English instruction using Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP)
Upon completion of this online certificate in English as a Second Language program, you will be ready to step into a variety of roles, including:
- ESL Instructor
- Instructional Coordinator
- English Language Instructor
- Curriculum Supervisor
- ESL Instructor
- Instructional Coordinator
- English Language Instructor
- Curriculum Supervisor
Other online education programs also available:
If you’re interested in pursuing a full master’s degree, SE has online options tailored to your goals. Check out all our master of education online degree programs.
Accreditation
The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) accredits the School of Education and Behavioral Sciences at Southeastern Oklahoma State University. CAEP promotes excellence in educator preparation through quality assurance and continuous improvement.
Tuition
Take advantage of affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition
Southeastern Oklahoma State University offers its students the opportunity to earn their online degree with affordable, pay-as-you-go tuition that includes fees.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Program* |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Cert – ESL | $318 | $3,816 |
*University reserves the right to change tuition and fees at any time.
Financial Aid
Financial aid is available for those who qualify. The first step in applying for financial aid is to file your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). SE’s Federal School Code is 003179.
Contact Us
Student Financial Aid Office425 W. University Blvd.
Durant, OK 74701-3347
Phone: 580-745-2186
Fax: 580-745-7469
Email: [email protected]
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Dates and deadlines to keep in mind
At Southeastern, we offer multiple start dates throughout the year so you never have to wait long to get started on your online degree program. The chart below shows upcoming start dates, along with important deadlines, such as when your application should be submitted and when payments are due.
| 8 week courses | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring I | 1/13/25 | 12/16/24 | 12/16/24 | 1/10/25 | 2/25/25 | 3/2/25 |
| Spring II | 3/10/25 | 2/17/25 | 2/17/25 | 3/7/25 | 4/15/25 | 5/4/25 |
| Summer I | 5/12/25 | 4/28/25 | 4/28/25 | 5/9/25 | 6/1/25 | 6/29/25 |
| Summer II | 6/30/25 | 6/16/25 | 6/16/25 | 6/27/25 | 7/3/25 | 8/10/25 |
| Fall I | 8/18/25 | 8/4/25 | 8/4/25 | 8/15/25 | 9/15/25 | 10/5/25 |
| Fall II | 10/13/25 | 9/29/25 | 9/29/25 | 10/10/25 | 11/1/25 | 12/7/25 |
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Admissions
Your English as a Second Language certificate online program admission checklist
Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s online programs have specific requirements that applicants must meet to enroll. Please read the admission guidelines to ensure you qualify.
- Online Application
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Minimum 2.0 GPA
If you have any special circumstances that need further clarification, please contact us at 844-515-9100.
To meet the admission requirements for SE's online graduate certificate program, you must meet one of the following criteria:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a minimum 2.75 overall GPA or minimum 3.0 GPA in the last 60 hours of courses, or
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a minimum 2.0 overall GPA and a packet consisting of a current resume, one professional letter of recommendation, and letter of application which outlines the applicant's career goals and objectives (including how a Graduate Certificate – ESL will enhance their career) that must be reviewed and approved by program faculty, With a minimum 2.5 overall GPA or minimum 2.75 GPA in last 60 semester hours of courses, or
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university and at least 6 hours in a graduate program from an accredited university with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and must be in good standing at previous university
- No GMAT is required for the Southeastern Oklahoma State University online graduate certificate
- There is a non-refundable $30 application fee for both domestic and international students.
International Application and Admissions Requirements: Please note, unfortunately, students with an F-1 visa are ineligible for online programs.
- Academic Records:
- Original final post-secondary transcript(s) from each college or university attended within the United States.
- Post-secondary records from outside the U.S. must be course-by-course analyzed by a NACES (www.NACES.org) educational credential evaluation service such as IERF or WES or ECE.
- English Proficiency: Internet-based TOEFL score of 79 or an IELTS Academic score of 6.5; taken within 2 years of enrollment.
- For TOEFL, have your score report sent to Southeastern (institution code: 6657).
- For IELTS, let us know your TRF number.
- You do not need TOEFL or IELTS scores if you meet one of the following:
- English is your first language from a country whose official language is English
- You have a bachelor’s degree from a U.S. college or university
- You have a bachelor’s degree from an English speaking country
Official sealed transcripts from all previous institutions should be sent to Southeastern Oklahoma State University:
Southeastern Oklahoma State University/Registrar
425 W. University Blvd.
Durant, OK 74701-3347
Email: [email protected]
Courses
Check out the English as a Second Language certification online program curriculum
For the Graduate Certificate – ESL online program, you must complete the following courses for a total of 12 credit hours.