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Bilingual/Bicultural Education Endorsement

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Key Considerations

12

Months to complete

12

Credits

$879

Per Credit

Flexible learning and course delivery

Earn your online endorsement on your terms

Our Bilingual/Bicultural Education Graduate Endorsement program is designed with 100% online coursework. Whether you’re working to complete your degree as quickly as possible or trying to fit it into your busy schedule, we will help you meet your career goals.

Program Overview

The Rowan Experience
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Our online Bilingual/Bicultural Education (BEE) Endorsement program responds to the need for highly qualified teachers prepared to teach content in both the student's native language and in English to the growing numbers of English language learners in the schools. Specific objectives emphasize the application of theory to practice, development of long-range and short-range plans that integrate language and content, design of appropriate authentic assessment instruments, and use of technology to research content and instructional techniques.

Information for New Jersey teachers:

Matriculated students who successfully complete this program will have completed all state-required coursework for endorsement as a Bilingual/Bicultural teacher in New Jersey.

Teachers in the state of New Jersey may apply to the Bilingual/Bicultural Education Endorsement program through the New Jersey Teacher Outreach Program (NJTOP®). For more information about NJTOP, click here.

The New Jersey Department of Education (NJ DOE), not Rowan University, grants certifications based on requirements set by the state. While coursework for this program meets the academic requirements for NJ DOE certification, it is the student's responsibility to ensure that all other certification requirements are met, including, but not limited to, appropriate type and level of license and years of experience. NJ DOE certification requirements are subject to change. Certification applications are evaluated, by NJ DOE, based on the most current state requirements. For current NJ DOE licensure information, click here.

Curriculum
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Our Bilingual/Bicultural Education (BEE) Endorsement program requires the completion of 12 graduate credits (four courses).

An Inside Look at Coursework

Below, you will find a list includes a sampling of titles of foundational coursework for the Bilingual/Bicultural Education (BEE) Endorsement program. For an official list of available courses, please visit the Rowan University Academic Catalog.  

  • Issues of Language and Cultural Diversity in ESL/Bilingual Programs
  • Linguistics and Second Language Acquisition for Teaching Languages
  • Teaching Bilingual/Bicultural Education: Process and Practice
  • Integrating Language and Content in the ESL/Bilingual Education Classroom

Note: The course topics shown above are not official and are subject to change. For an official list of available courses please visit the Rowan University Academic Catalog.

Admission Requirements
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The following is a list of items required to begin the application process for the program. There may be additional actions or materials required for admission to the program. Upon receipt of the materials below, a representative from the Rowan University Office of Admissions will contact you with confirmation or will indicate any missing items.

 

  • Submit an application
  • $65 (U.S.) non-refundable application fee
  • Bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learning
  • Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
  • Typewritten statement of professional objectives
    • Statement should be between 1-2 single-spaced pages and answer the following questions: Why do you want to work as a bilingual/bicultural teacher? How do you plan to impact bilingual students, the school, and the community in this role?
  • Two letters of recommendation
    • One recommendation attesting to your academic work
    • One professional recommendation
  • Current professional resume
  • Certificate Program Acknowledgement
  • Copy of NJ State Teacher Certification (Standard, CEAS, or CE) in one of the following areas:
    • Elementary (K-5)
    • Mathematics (K-12)
    • Any area of Science (K-12)
    • Social Studies (K-12)
  • The applicant must provide proof of appropriate certification as well as a letter of employment confirming the specific dates (not just years) during which the applicant has taught or served the educational community under the appropriate certificate
  • Evidence of Passing Oral and Written Language Proficiency Tests (OPI & WPT)
Career Outlook

Education Career Paths and Job Opportunities

As a student in our Bilingual/Bicultural Education (BEE) Endorsement program, you will strengthen your skills and better position yourself to pursue a variety of careers in the field of Education. Check out the projected career outlook for a variety of job opportunities in Education.

Application Deadlines

Be sure to submit your application and supporting materials in advance of the application deadlines listed below for your desired entry term.

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7/1

Fall Module Entry

11/1

Spring Module Entry

4/1

Summer Module Entry

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Virtual Information Session or Event

Rowan University hosts a series of on campus and virtual events throughout the year to help you get to know us. From general information sessions, to program specific meetings with advisors, to webinars on timely and thought-provoking topics, these gatherings provide an excellent opportunity to ask questions, network with academics and future students, and learn from some of the most innovative and informed faculty in higher education today.
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