You can prepare for this program by taking courses in high school that prepare you for college. This typically includes four years of English, three years of math, three years of social studies, and two years of science. Some colleges also require two years of a second language.

Some programs require you to complete an admissions process separate from their general undergraduate admissions process. In such a case, you typically apply to the ESL teacher education program after your freshman or sophomore year.

Program admissions vary. However, for all programs, you need good grades. You also usually need to complete some combination of the following requirements:

• Praxis I (or an equivalent exam that tests your general academic skills)
• Personal interview
• Personal statement

You may also need to complete the following core courses to qualify for the program:

• Educating Exceptional Learners
• Educational Psychology
• Human Growth and Development

Below is a list of high school courses that will help prepare you for this program of study:

• General Computer Applications
• Teacher Aide
• Tutoring Practicum
• English Aide
• Teacher Assisting
• Education Methodology
• U.S. Ethnic and Gender Studies
• International Relations
• Psychology
• Sociology
• Anthropology