Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Programs

TESOL Programs

There are many ways to explore and study Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) at Multnomah University. We offer TESOL certificate programs, undergraduate programs, and graduate programs. Students can opt to study in person or online. Practicum and internship requirements can be completed on-campus or around the globe. Students can even participate in study abroad opportunities.

Each exemplary TESOL program equips future English language teachers with the linguistic knowledge, pedagogical skill, cultural competency, and professional resources necessary to become quality teaching professionals who demonstrate Christ’s love by authentically and effectively meeting language needs in our world.

Explore the TESOL Program Certificates, Majors, and M.A. Degrees

TESOL Foundation Certificate

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TESOL Advanced Certificate

B.A. in TESOL (Major)

B.A. in TESOL (Minor)

M.A. in TESOL (Standard Track)

No BA in TESOL required.

M.A. in TESOL (Continued Studies Track)

BA in TESOL required.

M.A. in TESOL (Online)

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Dual M.A. in TESOL and Global Development and Justice

Dual M.A. in TESOL and Global Development and Justice (Online)

Free Community ESOL Classes

Multnomah University’s Community ESOL exists to serve language learners in our community while providing MU TESOL students a supervised teaching experience in authentic English language learning classrooms. Since 2008, we have served over 1,100 students from over 70 different language backgrounds. Through this program, MU TESOL student-teachers deliver excellence in language instruction as they work with faculty mentors to design customized lessons to meet language needs in our local community.

Free English language classes are available for beginner, intermediate, and advanced language learners. All are welcomed to come to learn and practice English together.

To register or get more information visit our Community ESOL website at www.communityesol.org.

TESOL Elevation

TESOL Elevation is part of our community-based approach to professional teaching and learning. In elevation groups, students journey together to cultivate professional leadership skills while engaging in community service and professional development. Elevation groups serve to encourage one another to complete milestones, level up, and earn micro-badge credentials. These relationships, skills, and professional credentials follow students into their careers beyond the program.

Try our TESOL Sample Course on MU+

Ready to start your MU TESOL journey today? Check out our online MU Plus course on Teaching English as Multicultural Servanthood.

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