Whether you want to work with English learners in your current classroom, become an ESOL specialist, or open doors to new teaching opportunities, this endorsement prepares you to meet the growing demand for qualified ESOL educators. We empower teachers to provide high-quality instruction and support to students learning English.
Our accelerated endorsement program and experienced faculty allow you to add this valuable credential quickly while continuing to teach full-time. Complete all requirements in just two semesters.
 | Fast-Track Credential - Earn your Kansas ESOL endorsement in just 15 credit hours—designed for completion in two semesters while you teach full-time. |
 | High-Demand Skill - Meet the growing need for ESOL educators in Kansas and nationwide. This endorsement opens doors to new roles and opportunities. |
 | Pathway to Master's - All five courses apply directly toward the M.S.Ed. in ESOL Curriculum & Instruction—earn your master's in just three additional semesters. |
Career Pathways
with ESOL Endorsement
with ESOL Endorsement Newman University's ESOL endorsement provides you with the knowledge and relevant skills to set you on the path to a fulfilling career.
A degree at Newman University will prepare you for
- ESOL teacher or specialist in PreK-12 schools
- Dual-language or bilingual program teacher
- ESL coordinator or program director
- Instructional coach for English learner programs
- Enhanced opportunities in districts with growing EL populations
Some who have completed this program have chosen to continue studies in
- M.S.Ed. in ESOL Curriculum & Instruction (full master's degree)
- Bilingual education certification
- Educational leadership programs
Degree Requirements & Curriculum
Program Structure
15 credit hours | 5 courses | 2 semestersCourses are delivered in flexible formats designed for working teachers. All coursework directly applies toward the full M.S.Ed. in ESOL Curriculum & Instruction if you choose to continue.
Fall & Spring Semesters (Education Core): Eight-week courses delivered through flexible online format with live and recorded Zoom sessions. Complete coursework in curriculum theory, instructional strategies, educational research, and professional writing.
Admission Requirements
- Current Kansas teaching license
- Minimum 3.0 GPA (4.0 scale) from undergraduate or graduate program
- Application and transcripts
Don't Have a Master's Yet?
Continue to the full M.S.Ed. in ESOL Curriculum & Instruction. All five endorsement courses apply directly—add just five more courses (15 additional credits) to earn your master's degree in three more semesters.
"I did all of my classes online. Not only am I a teacher and a mom of two, but I also coach high school volleyball at West, so I'm very, very busy. They're (professors) very understanding and they reach out. They gave us their cell phone number so it meant a lot that they took time out of their personal time to make sure that we understood what we needed to do so we could be successful."
MSED ESOL, Charmalina Valdovinos