ESOL Licensure Endorsement

Earn an ESOL Endorsement. Serve English learners. Advance your career—in just two semesters.
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What You'll Learn
Graduate with the competencies to effectively serve English learners.
Language Acquisition Theory
Understand how students acquire a second language and apply this knowledge to instruction.
ESOL Methods & Strategies
Learn evidence-based instructional techniques for teaching English learners across content areas.
Assessment & Evaluation
Use appropriate assessments to monitor language development and academic progress.
Cultural Responsiveness
Create inclusive classrooms that honor students' linguistic and cultural backgrounds.
Curriculum Adaptation
Modify and scaffold curriculum to make content accessible while developing language skills.
Aligned to Kansas State Department of Education ESOL Program Standards.
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For more information, contact: School of Education [email protected] or call 316-942-4291 ext. 2144

Program Talking Points:

	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.

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.

Degree Requirements & Curriculum
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Program Structure
15 credit hours | 5 courses | 2 semesters
Courses 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.
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Our faculty and staff have the knowledge and experience to help you prepare for a leadership career in Education. If you need clarification on a class assignment or advice on how to approach your future, you can feel confident that our faculty is available and ready to help.
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
"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

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What You'll Learn

Language Acquisition Theory

ESOL Methods & Strategies

Assessment & Evaluation

Cultural Responsiveness

Curriculum Adaptation

Next Steps

Degree Requirements & Curriculum

Program Structure

Admission Requirements

Don't Have a Master's Yet?

About Our Graduate Education Faculty

Career Pathways
with ESOL Endorsement

A degree at Newman University will prepare you for

Some who have completed this program have chosen to continue studies in