Graduate Certificate in Teaching in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Classrooms
OVERVIEW
Who is this program for?
This certificate prepares practicing educators to better address the learning needs of students in classrooms with increasing cultural and linguistic diversity.
Program Overview
The graduate certificate in Teaching in Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Classrooms takes a comprehensive approach to supporting English Learners and other historically under-served populations by addressing aspects of cultural and linguistic diversity across the curriculum within a regular classroom context. Practicing teachers work with a cohort and engage in job-embedded learning activities to enhance their professional development as educators.
Admission Requirements
Please view the Graduate School's Admission Requirements. If there are Program Specific Requirements listed below, those will also apply.
Application Requirements
Please view the application requirements for the Graduate School. If there are Program Specific Requirements listed below, those will also apply.
Application Deadlines
Domestic
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Fall
- 07/25/2025
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Spring
- 12/12/2025
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Summer
- 04/18/2026
International
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Fall
- 04/15/2025
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Spring
- 09/15/2025
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What You'll Learn
As a result of the knowledge and skills gained from this certificate, you will immediately be able to apply new professional knowledge in educational settings, including planning and implementing instructional strategies related to: language and literacy development second-language acquisition, and culturally relevant pedagogy.
Degree requirements, course descriptions and academic policies for all programs are detailed in the University Catalog.
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As a graduate student, there are additional opportunities for student funding. Once you are admitted into a degree-bearing graduate program at UK, you can apply for a wide variety of financial assistance, including assistantships and fellowships. These opportunities can be tied to your program’s availability, so you should inquire with your program director about opportunities available within your program!
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