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2012-2013 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Bilingual Education - Endorsement


Department of Elementary Education, Woodring College of Education

33 credits

Introduction

This program leads to an additional endorsement in Bilingual Education based on Washington state Bilingual endorsement competencies; when accompanied by a professional teacher education program and a first endorsement in another content area. Also required is a cultural studies course taught in the language of that culture or demonstration of equivalent experience. Expected proficiency is equivalent to a major in the language other than English, and oral proficiency at the ACTFL mid-advanced level. Each required course must be completed with a grade of B- (2.7) or better. A passing score on the Bilingual WEST-E and an assessment in the non-English language of instruction is required by the state.

Admission and Declaration Process

Admission Requirements 

Grade Requirements

Each required course must be completed with a grade of B- (2.7) or better.

The state of Washington requires a minimum grade of C (2.0) or better for courses used to meet the endorsement requirements.