English as a Second Language Certification
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Online ESL Certification for New Jersey Teachers
Caldwell University’s online English as a Second Language (ESL) certification is designed to meet the high demand for ESL teachers in New Jersey. As an applicant to the ESL program, you must already have a valid Standard New Jersey Instructional Certificate in education to meet the State of New Jersey requirements to teach English language learners.
ESL Certification Overview
This post-baccalaureate ESL program expands your understanding of the theory and practice of teaching English as a second language. Specifically, the online coursework covers the fundamentals of language acquisition and discusses successful strategies to teach multicultural and bilingual students.
Multiple courses feature a fieldwork component to apply your ESL knowledge in a classroom setting. Before your ESL certification program ends, you must pass the New Jersey-approved Writing Proficiency Test (WPT) and Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI).
All 21 credits earned for the ESL certification program can be transferred into Caldwell’s M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction program, making this certificate a gateway to a future master’s degree in education.
Admission Requirements
Applicants to our ESL program for New Jersey teachers should submit the following:
- A Caldwell Graduate Application
- Official undergraduate transcript showing conferral of bachelor’s degree
- Proof of Standard New Jersey Instructional Certificate
RETENTION FOR ALL PROGRAMS IN THE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
Students may only earn one grade below B- in a graduate level course. This course may be repeated once to earn a higher letter grade. Any student who receives a grade below B- in a second graduate level course will be dismissed from the program.
Some courses are assessed as PASS/FAIL.
Education Department program requirements are subject to change based on the NJ DoE regulations. For most current information, please consult the Caldwell University School of Education Website.
Please refer to Financial Aid for thesis or dissertation enrollment status information.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS (21 credits)
Course Code : ED 516
Course Description :
This course introduces the study of language as a system. Linguistics is a social science which uses human communication as its focus of study. The subsystems of linguistics-morphology, phonetics, phonology, syntax and semantics-will be explored in depth. In addition, the course will cover theories of language acquisition, the brain’s role in language, language change and evolution, and language families.
Credit : 3
Course Code : ED 517
Course Description :
The purpose of this course is to provide a framework for considering how language development in bilingual individuals is different from that of monolinguals. This course is designed to assist educators in understanding how being bilingual affects the educational context and, therefore, may influence the academic performance and assessment of bilingual students. This knowledge should lead to more reflective instructional decision making on the part of course participants.
Credit : 3
Course Code : ED 518
Course Description :
The course examines the current theories and practices required to teach English Language Learners through context. The course explores the current methodologies that will assist teachers in the development of the contextual approach to language acquisition. In addition, the course will familiarize the students with WIDA English Language Proficiency Standards adopted by the State of New Jersey and will focus on techniques that foster communicative competence. Field experience 12 hours.
Credit : 3
Prerequisites :
EN520
Course Code : ED 519
Course Description :
This course content will include the development of legislation regarding English language learning opportunities for language minority students, second language acquisition theory, ESL/ Bilingual program models, Language 2 (L2) teaching method theory, specific teaching approaches and techniques and multilingual/multicultural classroom challenges. Class work will focus on practical and hands-on experiences. Field experience12 hours.
Credit : 3
Prerequisites :
EN520
Course Code : ED 576
Course Description :
This course examines the foundation of reading: the nature of the reading process, early childhood reading instruction, definitions of reading, current practices in the teaching of reading and the implications for teachers as they influence literacy in a technological society.
Credit : 3
Course Code : ED 590
Course Description :
Focuses on a multiethnic/multicultural curriculum with goals that are consistent with the needs of a global society. Educators become informed, active citizens capable of making reflective decisions in a world beset by momentous social and human problems. Educators learn how to solve social problems through responsible action, and develop a sense of political efficacy and the ability to influence public policy.
Credit : 3
Course Code : EN 520
Course Description :
The course will study form and function in the systems of American English grammatical structure, including phonology, morphology, syntax, lexicon, semantics, and graphics, with particular emphasis on the frames of reference of those who learn English after having mastered a first language other than English. The course will include the historical development of these systems as well as their present state in Standard American English and a sampling of contemporary American dialects. The course will review traditional understanding of English grammar and explore the applications of structural and transformational grammar to the needs of adult learners of English.
Credit : 3
Prior to completion of this program, students must pass a state-approved examination of knowledge, Writing Proficiency Test (WPT) and Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI). Fees are set by the testing institutions.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS (21 credits)
Course Code : ED 516
Course Description :
This course introduces the study of language as a system. Linguistics is a social science which uses human communication as its focus of study. The subsystems of linguistics-morphology, phonetics, phonology, syntax and semantics-will be explored in depth. In addition, the course will cover theories of language acquisition, the brain’s role in language, language change and evolution, and language families.
Credit : 3
Course Code : ED 517
Course Description :
The purpose of this course is to provide a framework for considering how language development in bilingual individuals is different from that of monolinguals. This course is designed to assist educators in understanding how being bilingual affects the educational context and, therefore, may influence the academic performance and assessment of bilingual students. This knowledge should lead to more reflective instructional decision making on the part of course participants.
Credit : 3
Course Code : ED 518
Course Description :
The course examines the current theories and practices required to teach English Language Learners through context. The course explores the current methodologies that will assist teachers in the development of the contextual approach to language acquisition. In addition, the course will familiarize the students with WIDA English Language Proficiency Standards adopted by the State of New Jersey and will focus on techniques that foster communicative competence. Field experience 12 hours.
Credit : 3
Prerequisites :
EN520
Course Code : ED 519
Course Description :
This course content will include the development of legislation regarding English language learning opportunities for language minority students, second language acquisition theory, ESL/ Bilingual program models, Language 2 (L2) teaching method theory, specific teaching approaches and techniques and multilingual/multicultural classroom challenges. Class work will focus on practical and hands-on experiences. Field experience12 hours.
Credit : 3
Prerequisites :
EN520
Course Code : ED 576
Course Description :
This course examines the foundation of reading: the nature of the reading process, early childhood reading instruction, definitions of reading, current practices in the teaching of reading and the implications for teachers as they influence literacy in a technological society.
Credit : 3
Course Code : ED 590
Course Description :
Focuses on a multiethnic/multicultural curriculum with goals that are consistent with the needs of a global society. Educators become informed, active citizens capable of making reflective decisions in a world beset by momentous social and human problems. Educators learn how to solve social problems through responsible action, and develop a sense of political efficacy and the ability to influence public policy.
Credit : 3
Course Code : EN 520
Course Description :
The course will study form and function in the systems of American English grammatical structure, including phonology, morphology, syntax, lexicon, semantics, and graphics, with particular emphasis on the frames of reference of those who learn English after having mastered a first language other than English. The course will include the historical development of these systems as well as their present state in Standard American English and a sampling of contemporary American dialects. The course will review traditional understanding of English grammar and explore the applications of structural and transformational grammar to the needs of adult learners of English.
Credit : 3
Prior to completion of this program, students must pass a state-approved examination of knowledge, Writing Proficiency Test (WPT) and Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI). Fees are set by the testing institutions.
POST-MASTER ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) CERTIFICATION
*The offering of this program is dependent upon enrollment numbers. Please contact the Program Coordinator for more information.
This program is designed to meet the State of New Jersey certification requirements for the English as a Second Language Certification for applicants who already have a master’s degree and a valid STANDARD New Jersey Instructional Certificate in education.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- Formal application to Caldwell University’s Office of Graduate Admissions
- Verification of an earned master’s degree through official graduate transcript(s)
- STANDARD New Jersey Instructional Certificate
- Two (2) letters of recommendation
- Writing sample: Submission of a 1-2 page typed statement of your goals/ objectives for enrolling in the Post-master ESL Certification program
- Personal interview
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS (21 credits)
Course Code : ED 516
Course Description :
This course introduces the study of language as a system. Linguistics is a social science which uses human communication as its focus of study. The subsystems of linguistics-morphology, phonetics, phonology, syntax and semantics-will be explored in depth. In addition, the course will cover theories of language acquisition, the brain’s role in language, language change and evolution, and language families.
Credit : 3
Course Code : ED 517
Course Description :
The purpose of this course is to provide a framework for considering how language development in bilingual individuals is different from that of monolinguals. This course is designed to assist educators in understanding how being bilingual affects the educational context and, therefore, may influence the academic performance and assessment of bilingual students. This knowledge should lead to more reflective instructional decision making on the part of course participants.
Credit : 3
Course Code : ED 518
Course Description :
The course examines the current theories and practices required to teach English Language Learners through context. The course explores the current methodologies that will assist teachers in the development of the contextual approach to language acquisition. In addition, the course will familiarize the students with WIDA English Language Proficiency Standards adopted by the State of New Jersey and will focus on techniques that foster communicative competence. Field experience 12 hours.
Credit : 3
Prerequisites :
EN520
Course Code : ED 519
Course Description :
This course content will include the development of legislation regarding English language learning opportunities for language minority students, second language acquisition theory, ESL/ Bilingual program models, Language 2 (L2) teaching method theory, specific teaching approaches and techniques and multilingual/multicultural classroom challenges. Class work will focus on practical and hands-on experiences. Field experience12 hours.
Credit : 3
Prerequisites :
EN520
Course Code : ED 576
Course Description :
This course examines the foundation of reading: the nature of the reading process, early childhood reading instruction, definitions of reading, current practices in the teaching of reading and the implications for teachers as they influence literacy in a technological society.
Credit : 3
Course Code : ED 590
Course Description :
Focuses on a multiethnic/multicultural curriculum with goals that are consistent with the needs of a global society. Educators become informed, active citizens capable of making reflective decisions in a world beset by momentous social and human problems. Educators learn how to solve social problems through responsible action, and develop a sense of political efficacy and the ability to influence public policy.
Credit : 3
Course Code : EN 520
Course Description :
The course will study form and function in the systems of American English grammatical structure, including phonology, morphology, syntax, lexicon, semantics, and graphics, with particular emphasis on the frames of reference of those who learn English after having mastered a first language other than English. The course will include the historical development of these systems as well as their present state in Standard American English and a sampling of contemporary American dialects. The course will review traditional understanding of English grammar and explore the applications of structural and transformational grammar to the needs of adult learners of English.
Credit : 3
Prior to completion of this program, students must pass a state-approved examination of knowledge, Writing Proficiency Test (WPT) and Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI). Fees are set by the testing institutions.
POST-MASTER ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) CERTIFICATION
*The offering of this program is dependent upon enrollment numbers. Please contact the Program Coordinator for more information.
This program is designed to meet the State of New Jersey certification requirements for the English as a Second Language Certification for applicants who already have a master’s degree and a valid STANDARD New Jersey Instructional Certificate in education.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- Formal application to Caldwell University’s Office of Graduate Admissions
- Verification of an earned master’s degree through official graduate transcript(s)
- STANDARD New Jersey Instructional Certificate
- Two (2) letters of recommendation
- Writing sample: Submission of a 1-2 page typed statement of your goals/ objectives for enrolling in the Post-master ESL Certification program
- Personal interview
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS (21 credits)
Course Code : ED 516
Course Description :
This course introduces the study of language as a system. Linguistics is a social science which uses human communication as its focus of study. The subsystems of linguistics-morphology, phonetics, phonology, syntax and semantics-will be explored in depth. In addition, the course will cover theories of language acquisition, the brain’s role in language, language change and evolution, and language families.
Credit : 3
Course Code : ED 517
Course Description :
The purpose of this course is to provide a framework for considering how language development in bilingual individuals is different from that of monolinguals. This course is designed to assist educators in understanding how being bilingual affects the educational context and, therefore, may influence the academic performance and assessment of bilingual students. This knowledge should lead to more reflective instructional decision making on the part of course participants.
Credit : 3
Course Code : ED 518
Course Description :
The course examines the current theories and practices required to teach English Language Learners through context. The course explores the current methodologies that will assist teachers in the development of the contextual approach to language acquisition. In addition, the course will familiarize the students with WIDA English Language Proficiency Standards adopted by the State of New Jersey and will focus on techniques that foster communicative competence. Field experience 12 hours.
Credit : 3
Prerequisites :
EN520
Course Code : ED 519
Course Description :
This course content will include the development of legislation regarding English language learning opportunities for language minority students, second language acquisition theory, ESL/ Bilingual program models, Language 2 (L2) teaching method theory, specific teaching approaches and techniques and multilingual/multicultural classroom challenges. Class work will focus on practical and hands-on experiences. Field experience12 hours.
Credit : 3
Prerequisites :
EN520
Course Code : ED 576
Course Description :
This course examines the foundation of reading: the nature of the reading process, early childhood reading instruction, definitions of reading, current practices in the teaching of reading and the implications for teachers as they influence literacy in a technological society.
Credit : 3
Course Code : ED 590
Course Description :
Focuses on a multiethnic/multicultural curriculum with goals that are consistent with the needs of a global society. Educators become informed, active citizens capable of making reflective decisions in a world beset by momentous social and human problems. Educators learn how to solve social problems through responsible action, and develop a sense of political efficacy and the ability to influence public policy.
Credit : 3
Course Code : EN 520
Course Description :
The course will study form and function in the systems of American English grammatical structure, including phonology, morphology, syntax, lexicon, semantics, and graphics, with particular emphasis on the frames of reference of those who learn English after having mastered a first language other than English. The course will include the historical development of these systems as well as their present state in Standard American English and a sampling of contemporary American dialects. The course will review traditional understanding of English grammar and explore the applications of structural and transformational grammar to the needs of adult learners of English.
Credit : 3
Prior to completion of this program, students must pass a state-approved examination of knowledge, Writing Proficiency Test (WPT) and Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI). Fees are set by the testing institutions.
