Candidates in the TESOL program at Pace University will gain the skills and knowledge necessary for today's linguistically and culturally diverse classrooms. They will receive a specialized study in multilingual language and literacy development, differentiated instruction, and culturally-responsive pedagogy. TESOL is a growing field with promising career opportunities domestically and internationally. Candidates who successfully complete the program and meet requirements will be certified to teach in English as a New Language (ENL) programs in Pre-K through 12 settings. Career changers and college graduates who want to teach but do not have an undergraduate degree in education. This 30-credit program provides a focused exploration of the theory, researchand methods for teaching ELLs. Candidates will acquire an awareness and understanding of the sociocultural and sociolinguistic issues that impact the acquisition of English as an additional language among students. A one-semester, full-time student-teaching experience rounds out the intensive study for TESOL certification.