The English Language Teaching Certificate program in the College of Education and Human Development provides students with the skills to teach English to adult learners, international students and English language learners abroad. This program is ideal for those who want to develop a solid foundation for teaching English to non-native speakers. Through virtual reality technology, students gain unique immersive teacher training experiences. The program prepares students for the Teaching Knowledge Test designed by Cambridge Assessment English and can serve as a critical pathway to the Teaching English to Speakers of English in Other Languages MSEd.

International students can study the English Language Teaching at Temple University at its main campus in Philadelphia, United States of America. This Graduate Certificate degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 1 year and is offered at the university's main campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on August 28, 2027.
About Graduate Certificate in English Language Teaching
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Graduate Certificate in English Language Teaching at Temple University
Entry Requirements
University degree requiring four years of study.
Request one certified copy of official transcripts from every college and university you have attended, even if only one course was taken. International degrees must be assessed for equivalency with a U.S. degree based on the characteristics of the national educational system, the type of institution attended and the level of studies completed. A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is ordinarily required for admissions consideration. If unofficial transcripts are submitted during the application process, submission of official academic records will be required by the end of your first term of graduate study if you are admitted and subsequently enroll at Temple University.
English Requirements
- PTEMin 53
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 79
Tuition and Fee Information for Graduate Certificate in English Language Teaching at Temple University
How to Apply for Graduate Certificate in English Language Teaching at Temple University
There are important details to keep in mind as you complete and submit your application to Temple University.
1. Apply using one of two methods.
Choose one of the following two methods to apply.
Submit an online application and pay the nonrefundable $60 application fee online using either a credit card or a bank account drawn on U.S. funds.
Download the PDF application and save it to your device. (Adobe Acrobat is required for access.) You can write on the form, save the final version, and then print for mailing. If you have questions while completing the paper form, refer to the application instructions. Before mailing, enclose a check or money order made payable to Temple University, in the amount of $75, drawn on a U.S. bank. The application fee cannot be refunded.
2. Ensure you use the same name on your application and standardized tests.
Use the exact same name on your application that you used when registering for your standardized tests. Slight differences in your name can cause your application to go unmatched with your reported test scores and delay the processing of your application.
3. Submit all supporting credentials.
Submit the documentation you have been gathering for your application. You can find the correct mailing address or alternate electronic submission information on the degree program’s "Contacts" page in the Graduate Bulletin. All application materials, including portfolios and exhibits, become the property of Temple University and will not be copied, forwarded to another institution or returned.
4. Contact the department with any questions.
If you have any questions about your application, contact the program or department directly. Admissions decisions are made by the department based on your complete application profile, which includes grades, test scores, recommendations, statement of goals, research interests, past employment, portfolio and more.
5. Check the status of your application.
Remember that your application is reviewed only after it is complete. You can check the status of your application and materials by returning to the application system through which you applied.
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