Program Overview

English Learner Added Authorization (CTEL/CLAD) Program

The English Learner Added Authorization (CTEL/CLAD) program is designed for credentialed teachers seeking a Crosscultural Language and Academic Development (CLAD) certification approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC). This six-course online program aims to develop the capacity of teachers to effectively teach K-12 subject matter to English language learners in public, charter, and private schools.

Program Overview

• The program consists of an orientation course, four core courses, and a final portfolio course.
• It is offered 100% online.
• Upon completion, candidates are recommended to the CTC for the CLAD authorization.

Curriculum

• The program covers language systems, structures, forms, functions, and variations of both aural and written language forms.
• It includes materials and methods for understanding and analyzing socio-cultural and political factors that affect second-language development.
• The program also focuses on cultural concepts and perspectives, including cultural diversity, cross-cultural interaction, and family and community involvement.

Eligibility Requirements

• Candidates must possess a valid California teaching credential, services credential, children's center instructional permit, or children's center supervision permit.
• The credential must authorize the holder to provide instruction to pupils in preschool, kindergarten, any of grades 1 to 12 inclusive, or classes primarily organized for adults.

Program Completion Requirements

• Students must complete all coursework with an overall 3.0 GPA or higher and a minimum of a "C" letter grade on all courses.
• Completion of the student end-of-program survey is also required.

Course Waivers

• The University of California (UC) Los Angeles Extension, UC San Diego Extension, and UC Riverside Extension consortium have agreed to accept each other's courses for CLAD through CTEL.
• To petition a course waiver for courses taken at another university or institution, official transcripts, course descriptions, and course syllabi must be submitted with the program application.

Cost and Fees

• Application and Candidacy Fee: $100
• Estimated Textbooks and Materials: $250
• Estimated Program Tuition: $2,900

Required Courses

• EDUC 804.1: Introduction to the Study of Teaching English Language Learners
• EDUC X 426: Culture and Inclusion
• EDUC X 426.1: Language and Language Development
• EDUC X 426.2: Assessment of English Learners
• EDUC X 426.3: Foundations and Methods of English Language Learners
• EDUC X 426.9: CTEL Portfolio

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