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Bilingual Education, Certificate
This program is designed to prepare you to become knowledgeable to teach general and subject-specific content in another language at all grade levels. It leads to the Professional Bilingual Education Extension certificate, which allows you to teach in bilingual settings and have your bilingual instruction count for English Language Learners (ELL) services.
Location
Online
Duration
16 Credits,
12 Months, full-time and part-time
Modality
Online
Start Dates
Fall, Spring, Summer
F1 Visa
No
STEM Designated Program
No
Empower Multilingual Students
In New York State, there is a high demand for teachers who are dually certified in TESOL and/or bilingual education, as the number of students who are both multilingual and multicultural continues to grow. Teachers in today’s classrooms need to be familiar with bilingual and second language teaching methodologies and multicultural education teaching strategies to work with culturally and linguistically diverse learners in their own classrooms. If you already possess oral and written language proficiency in both English and the native language of instruction, this program is for you. This program can be completed online.
98%
of our graduates are employed (Source: ³Ô¹ÏÍ·Ìõ911 Career Services)
$92,696
average salary for teachers in New York State (Source: nea.org)
#3
special education job placement (Source: Intelligent.com)
Curriculum
This 15-credit program leads to initial and professional Bilingual Education Extension, which allows you to teach in bilingual settings and support ELL students.
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Succeed in Today’s Globalized Classroom
Our coursework integrates key knowledge and dispositions necessary to teach in today’s modern classrooms, using technology to address the specific needs of all learners, including students with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse students.
Because of our commitment to fostering international collaboration and preparing globally minded teachers, we are one of the only education schools in the region to offer faculty-led, international courses that provide our teacher candidates a hands-on learning experience in Italy and Ecuador.
Careers
Our strong partnerships with local school districts mean that our students are getting hired before they even graduate. As a Pace student, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with our robust career services team to develop a career plan that best fits your goals.
Student Quote
My experience as a ³Ô¹ÏÍ·Ìõ911 student has been incredible. ³Ô¹ÏÍ·Ìõ911’s CSD program has already opened doors for me, and I am excited for what’s to come in the future in my career as a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist.
—LaChana Flanders ’20
Where Pace Graduates are Employed
- New York City Department of Education
- Westchester Public School District
- Putnam Public School District
- Rockland Public School District
Featured Faculty
Associate Professor
Clinical Assistant Professor
Admission and Financial Aid
You're ready for a new level of success—whether it's advancing in your current field or launching a new career. Pace is with you every step of the way, providing a world-class education and the skills your industry will be looking for far into the future.
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- A personal statement explaining to the Graduate Admission Committee why you would like to pursue the program of graduate study you have chosen. Additional information regarding your academic performance, as well as professional experience, may also be included in the supplement.
- A resume or outline describing at least the past five years of your employment history and any significant community, professional, or college extracurricular activities.
- Applicants need 2 letters of recommendation. Letters should be from academic or professional references that can knowledgeably comment on your ability to successfully complete graduate study. Include recognitions and achievements (e.g. licenses, publications, and awards).
- All Official Transcripts: Transcripts from every accredited college or university attended (not just the degree granting institution) must be sent either to ³Ô¹ÏÍ·Ìõ911, directly from the academic institution electronically or by mail, or forwarded by the applicant in sealed envelopes from the academic institution.
- Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree and NYS Initial or Professional certification as a classroom teacher. Candidates who hold an out-of-state teaching certificate are encouraged to meet with Pace’s Certification Officer for help in securing the NYS equivalent license. In addition, the candidate must possess full fluency in the second language in which they seek certification.
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Per credit: $1,095 | Total cost of program: $16,425
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Fall Term
- Domestic Students: August 1
- International Students: June 1
Spring Term
- Domestic Students: December 1
- International Students: October 1
Summer Term
- Domestic Students: May 1
- International Students: March 1
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Every admitted student is automatically considered for all available financial aid options, assessed based on both availability and individual need. Financial resources include:
- Merit-based Scholarships: Awards of up to $4,800, automatically considered during the application process.
- Graduate Assistantships: Opportunities for hands-on experience while earning financial support.
- Endowed Scholarships: Awards funded by generous donors to support student success.
- Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan: A federal loan program with favorable terms.
- Graduate/Professional Direct PLUS Loan: For students who need additional funding.
- Work-Study Programs: Part-time work opportunities to help fund your education.
- Military Benefits: Includes the GI Bill®, the Yellow Ribbon Program, and Pace’s Veteran Tuition Scholarship.
For more information about affordability and the full range of financial aid options, visit ³Ô¹ÏÍ·Ìõ911 Financial Aid.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Contact Us
Admission Contact
Office of Graduate Admission
Phone: (800) 874-7223 
Email: graduateadmission@pace.edu
Departmental Contact
Tasha Darbes, PhD
Email: tdarbes@pace.edu