The Graduate Certificate Program in Teaching English as a Foreign Language is intended for aspiring teachers of English for non-native speakers, as well as for practicing teachers who would like to enhance their skills and credentials. Students will be better prepared to teach English in a wide range of contexts, both abroad and domestically, or to pursue a graduate degree in TEFL or another field within applied linguistics. A total of 18 credit hours are required to complete the certificate program, 15 hours (5 courses) of required, core courses, and 3 hours (1 course) of an approved elective course.