We created the Certificate in Foreign Language Teaching primarily for experienced teachers who do not need a graduate degree but do want a coherent experience similar to the MAFLT. Choose courses from the same FLT curriculum, which emphasizes proficiency, task-based approaches, innovative technology, intercultural competence, and career development for language educators.
Our programs
Master of arts
30 CREDITS | 2-5 YEARS
Certificate
10 CREDITS | 1 YEAR
Customizable professional development that is ideal for current teachers who already have a graduate degree or career changers. Select a focus on foundations, technology, or leadership.
lifelong learning
1 COURSE AT A TIME
Graduate Certificate in foreign language teaching
Professional development designed for:
- New teachers and career changers
- Experienced teachers who already have a graduate degree
- Graduate students in related fields who want enhance their teaching quality and expand career options
AREAS OF FOCUS
Design your graduate certificate to align with your needs. We recommend following one of these plans:
Teaching for Language proficiency
Technology for Language Teaching
Leadership in Language Programs
Recommended courses:
- FLT 807 Methods
- FLT 815 Culture and Intercultural Competence
- FLT 860 Foreign/Second Language Acquisition
- FLT 898 FInal Portfolio
Recommended courses:
- FLT 807 Methods
- FLT 881 Teaching with Technology
- FLT 845 Language Concepts (and Linguistic Analysis)
- FLT 898 FInal Portfolio
Recommended courses:
- FLT 817 Program Development and Administration
- FLT 808 Assessment
- FLT 841 Special Topics or any course relevant to your needs
- FLT 898 FInal Portfolio
Graduate Certificate Requirements
10 CREDITS
1. Required content course = one of the following (3 credits):
- FLT 807 Methods of Foreign Language Teaching or
- FLT 817 Program Development & Administration
2. Elective content courses = 2 other courses of your choice (6 credits)
3. Final Portfolio = website showcasing your achievements, to be completed in the final semester (1 credit)
You can take one course at a time and finish in a year. Apply to the Certificate through the same MSU portal as the MAFLT application. Choose from the same selection of courses as MAFLT students.
If you plan to teach in a U.S. public school...
Note that this Certificate is not the same as earning certification to teach in a public school in a given state. If you need graduate course credits in order to earn your K-12 certification, you may count these courses toward teacher certification. For example, this page explains the process for certification through Michigan State’s College of Education: Certification Requirements for Candidates with Bachelor’s Degrees. Also see our FAQ page for prospective students.
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