Program Overview

Introduction to the Study of Teaching English Language Learners

The Introduction to the Study of Teaching English Language Learners program is an orientation to the CLAD through CTEL Program, providing applicants with a clear understanding of the entire program, including its scope and goals. This program is a prerequisite for CLAD/CTEL courses and includes formal application to the program.

Program Details

• Course Code: EDUC 804.1
• Duration: As few as 10 weeks
• Units: 0.0
• Current Formats: Online
• Cost: Starting at $50.00

What You Can Learn

• Full orientation to the CLAD through CTEL program
• Learn the scope and goals of the program
• What and how procedures impact competencies and field experience

About This Course

This orientation to the CLAD through CTEL Program gives applicants a clear understanding of the entire program, including its scope and goals, requirements, standards, procedures that affect competencies and field experience(s).

Prerequisites

• Submitted application to UCLA Extension's English Learner Added Authorization program.

Schedule

• Date: March 30 - June 7
• Format: Online
• Fee: $50.00

Notes

• Discounts cannot be applied to fees for this course.
• Enrollment in this course is only for those who are seeking to obtain the CLAD-CTEL authorization on a CA teaching credential or are doing it for professional development.
• This course is not part of the TESOL program.
• Internet access required.

Deadline

• No refunds after March 23, 2026

Applicable Programs

• English Learner Added Authorization (CTEL/CLAD) specialization: This six-course online program provides quality training in the instruction of English language learners.