TESOL
Graduate Certificate
Online
Graduate Certificate
Online
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Transfer up to 75% of your program credits
Transfer up to 75% of your program credits
Make a Global Impact With a Graduate TESOL Certificate Online
Advance your teaching skills and global impact with Cornerstone’s nine-credit-hour Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Graduate Certificate. Designed for individuals with a bachelor’s degree, this 100% online program equips you to teach English to non-native speakers and cultivate expertise in language learning and ESL methods.
Certified Michigan teachers who wish to earn an ESL endorsement to teach ESL in Michigan’s public schools are encouraged to consider the 24-credit-hour ESL Endorsement.
Develop TESOL Skills that Lead and Inspire
Expand your personal and professional capabilities to serve a global community through Cornerstone’s Christ-centered certificate program. You can also apply these credits toward a future M.A. in TESOL degree at Cornerstone University. Cultivate these practical skills:
Second Language Acquisition – Learn how individuals acquire a new language and how to apply that knowledge to ministry or classroom instruction.
ESL Teaching Methodologies – Gain practical strategies for designing and delivering effective English language instruction.
Lesson Planning for Multilingual Learners – Develop the ability to create engaging, culturally responsive lessons tailored to the needs of English learners.
Applied Linguistics Knowledge – Explore the structure and function of language to better support language development and literacy.
Classroom Management in ESL Settings – Build techniques for managing diverse classrooms and supporting learners at varying proficiency levels.
Cultural Competence and Communication – Strengthen your ability to work with students from varied backgrounds with skills in problem-solving and interpersonal relationships.
Christian Worldview – Approach language instruction through a biblical lens — equipping you to serve others, foster cross-cultural understanding, and share the love of Christ.
Influential Impact of a TESOL Graduate Certificate
- ESL Paraprofessional
- English Language Ministry Worker
- Private ESL Tutor
- International English Paraprofessional
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Take your next step toward learning at one of the most affordable Christian universities in the nation.
- Apply — our application is free for this non-degree certificate program.
- Set goals — your admissions counselor is here to guide you.
- Maximize your credits — you could transfer in up to 75% of your degree credits.
- Discover affordability — scholarships and grants are available for qualified students.
