Certificate of Graduate Studies in TESOL – K-12
The Certificate of Graduate Studies in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) with a concentration in K-12, offered online, will prepare you to work with nonnative English speakers in their communities or abroad. Presented from a Christian worldview, this concentration equips currently licensed teachers with foundational understandings and practical strategies for serving the needs of English language learners ranging from kindergarten to high school. This certificate may also help advance your career in teaching and/or administration by positioning you as an expert in this vitally important field. To discuss this program with an admissions counselor by phone or in-person in Virginia Beach, call 888.713.1595.
- Gain foundational understandings in linguistics, second language acquisition, literacy, methodology, and assessment.
- Learn strategies and best practices for instruction and assessment of English language learners.
- Apply skills in alignment with the WIDA and TESOL English language proficiency standards.
- Learn from the #1 among the Best TEFL, TESL, and TESOL Schools in Virginia, as recognized by PLEXUSS, 2022.
Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.
- ESL/ESOL Teacher
- ESL/ESOL Administrator
- Teacher or administrator in international contexts
Note: In Virginia and many other states, currently licensed teachers can obtain an additional endorsement in ESL by earning a passing score on the ESOL Praxis II. The Regent TESOL certificate with a concentration in K-12 addresses all of the areas covered on this important assessment. For information, please consult your state department of education, as well as the Educational Testing Services website.
2023-24 Semester Check-In Deadlines
All students are expected to check-in for the semester two weeks before the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.
Session | Semester Check-In | Session Start Date |
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Session A | Friday, August 11 | Monday, August 21 |
Session M | Friday, September 8 | Monday, September 18 |
Session B | Friday, October 13 | Monday, October 23 |
Session C | Thursday, January 4 | Monday, January 8 |
Session T | Friday, January 26 | Monday, February 5 |
Session D | Friday, March 1 | Monday, March 11 |
Session E | Friday, April 26 | Monday, May 6 |
Session F | Friday, June 7 | Monday, June 17 |
Note: You must submit a current copy of your teaching license with your admissions application.
Application Process
Step 1: Apply to Regent University
Submit your application at www.regent.edu/apply.
Step 2: Submit Your Transcripts
Submit your unofficial college transcripts to regent.edu/items.
Upon submitting your application, you will receive an email requesting authorization for Regent University to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution. International transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES-approved company.
Step 3: Submit Your Government-Issued ID
Submit a photo of your government-issued ID to regent.edu/items.
Please note that all items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.
Certificate | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Total Credits | Tuition Cost for Certificate |
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Certificate in the Law & Higher Education | $250 | 9 | $2,250 |
Certificate of Graduate Studies in Autism | $250 | 12 | $3,000 |
Certificate of Graduate Studies in Christian Education | $250 | 9 | $2,250 |
Certificate of Graduate Studies in Educational Leadership | $250 | 12 | $3,000 |
Certificate of Graduate Studies in eLearning Design | $250 | 10 | $2,500 |
Certificate of Graduate Studies in Gifted & Talented Education for Teachers | $250 | 12-14 | $3,000-$3,500 |
Certificate of Graduate Studies in Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) | $250 | 10 | $2,500 |
Certificate of Graduate Studies in TESOL – Adult Education-Collegiate | $250 | 15-18 | $3,750-$4,500 |
Certificate of Graduate Studies in TESOL – K-12 | $250 | 15 | $3,750 |
Post-Master's Certificate in Advancing Leadership (CAL) | $250 | 9 | $2,250 |
Student Fees Per Semester
University Services Fee (Online Students) | $700 |
Library Orientation | $50 (one-time) |
*Rates are subject to change at any time.