Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

City University of Seattle ETPL
The Graduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) is a dynamic, hands-on learning experience designed to bridge theory and practice. Our students gain valuable knowledge in language acquisition theories, course development and materials selection, practical classroom management, and application skills. Graduates go on to teach English to adult learners in the U.S. or abroad. Coursework will apply towards an M.Ed. in Adult Education.

Financial information

Total tuition

$4,275.00

Total required fees

$50.00

Books and supplies

$300.00

Locations

Seattle, Online

Instructional methods

Online, E-learning, or Distance Learning

Is this program offered on evenings and weekends?

No

Program details

9 Months

Length of training

Certificate

Award type

15

Credits

N/A

Clock Hours

Additional details

Award name

Graduate Certificate

Education Prerequisites

No Selection

Prerequisite courses and other requirements

Is this program approved to train veterans?

Yes

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

Certification/license test preparation provided

Employment performance results

Program type

Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor

Completion rate

63%

Employment rate

33%

Typical (median) hourly earnings

$27.83

Typical (median) annual earnings

$44,314.00

Top industries for graduates

Program type

Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor

Education

86%

Other Industries

14%

Student characteristics

Enrollment
Number of students completing the program
22
Completion rate
63%
Average number of students who completed each year
7
Gender
Male
26%
Female
74%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
0%
Asian
0%
Black or African American
0%
Hispanic
0%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
0%
Multi-racial
0%
Other
0%
Age
Under 20
0%
20 to 29
6%
30 to 39
34%
40 to 49
23%
50 and over
37%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
0%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
0%
Some college experience, but no degree
0%
Certificate or AA
0%
BA or higher
100%