Program Objectives:

Upon completion of the graduate MAT in English as a Second Language Specialization, the candidate should be able to:

1. Have knowledge and understanding of English as a language.
2. understand the impact of linguistic and cultural differences on learning.
3. Have knowledge of the instructional cycle, including the design, implementation, and assessment of instruction for multilingual learners.
4. Have knowledge of the policies and regulations related to teaching English learners.
5. Demonstrate advanced capabilities in the previous SLOs.

Admission Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university completed before graduate study begins
2. Official copies of transcripts of all college, university or community college work (undergraduate and graduate).  Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better is recommended.
3. 3 letters of recommendation
4. This program prepares individuals for North Carolina teacher certification in the area of English as a Second Language. A letter of interest (no more than 2 pages) describing any past experiences that might prepare you for your studies and your future goals in this area is required.
5. Application and supplemental documents must be submitted by the published deadline.

Degree Requirements (33 total credit hours)