LASELL COLLEGE · UNITED STATES
Teaching Bilingual Learners with Disabilities Certificate
Certificate · Taught in en
At a glance
6 mo
Duration
6.0
IELTS
€1k
Tuition / yr
en
Language
Certificate
Level
- 4 six-week coursesProgram Structure
- 1.5 academic credits per courseCredit Award
- 30 PDPs/CUEs per courseProfessional Development
- 100% online formatDelivery Mode
- Focus on ELLs with or without special needsTarget Audience
- Addresses legal and theoretical foundationsContent Focus
This certificate program is designed for post-baccalaureate students seeking to enhance their skills in supporting English Language Learners (ELLs) and students with disabilities. It provides knowledge aligned with Massachusetts state licensure requirements, focusing on equitable outcomes for diverse learners. The program is ideal for teachers looking to add licensure, meet professional development requirements, or advance their current graduate studies.
Curriculum
The program consists of four six-week courses, each offering 1.5 academic credits or 30 Professional Development Points (PDPs/CEUs). Courses can be taken for academic credit towards graduate studies or for professional development.
- Course 1
- Fundamentals of Bilingual Special EducationELSP701
- Course 2
- Removing Barriers for Classroom AssessmentELSP702
- Course 3
- Assessment for Equity and InclusionELSP703
- Course 4
- Culturally Responsive Individualized EducationELSP704
Careers
This certificate program is designed to enhance the qualifications of educators seeking to meet specific licensure requirements in Massachusetts for serving English Language Learners (ELLs) and students with disabilities. It equips professionals with the necessary skills to ensure equitable educational outcomes.
- Teachers serving ELLs
- Teachers serving students with disabilities
- Educators seeking advanced licensure
Entry requirements
Post-baccalaureate studiesMust have completed a bachelor's degree.
IELTS6.0
TOEFL iBT80
Duolingo105
Pearson PTE Academic53
English proficiency scores may be waived for international applicants who have earned a bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, or Canada. This program is not F-1 eligible; international applicants are only considered for the online curriculum.
Fees
Tuition (international)The tuition for the certificate courses can be structured in two ways:
- $500 per course (for 30 PDPs) for members of MATSOL, MABE, CAPELL, RITELL.
- $700 per course (for 30 PDPs) for non-members.
- $900 per course (for 1.5 academic credits).
Tuition (home)—
Living—
The above rates apply to both domestic and international students taking the online option. International students should be aware that this program is not eligible for an F-1 visa.
How to apply
1. Submit Application MaterialsAll required documents should be submitted through MyPortal or emailed to gradinfo@lasell.edu.
2. Provide English Proficiency EvidenceSubmit official IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo, or Pearson PTE Academic scores. Waivers are available for those with degrees from specific English-speaking countries.
3. Await ConfirmationThe Office of Graduate Enrollment will process your application and supporting documents.