Program highlights

• Prepare for state endorsement in BBE
• 100% online
• Affordable tuition
• Fully accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation

What will you learn in the endorsement program?

This program’s immersive curriculum offers a unique blend of linguistics, teaching methods, and cultural fluency. Classes range from topics such as Integration of Language and Content in Teaching to Applied Linguistics to Culture as the Basis for Language Teaching.

Upon completion of the program, you will be exceptionally well prepared to obtain your bilingual/bicultural education endorsement, bridge language and cultural divides, and advance your teaching career.

Program curriculum

The courses you’ll take all lead to a PK-12 endorsement.  

Note: Your coursework cannot be applied to a graduate degree. If you’re interested in pursuing a master’s degree as well as an endorsement in bilingual/bicultural education, explore our online Bridge Graduate Certificate program.

Bilingual/bicultural endorsement online courses

For the grade band endorsement, it is a total of 21 credits. (Note: Grade band refers to the certification level such as K-8, 6-12 or K-12)

For the K-12 endorsement, it is a total of 24 credit hours.

*Additional course for K-12 endorsement

Career opportunities in bilingual and bicultural education

In our increasingly multicultural society, educational equity is more urgent than ever, and the demand for educators who are skilled in bilingual/bicultural education is at an all-time high.

As a bilingual/bicultural educator, you will be able to promote inclusivity and contribute to a more culturally interconnected world. The impact of bilingual education extends far beyond the classroom and can be deeply fulfilling on both a personal and societal level.

Tuition and financial aid

We’re committed to investing in your future. Our tuition and fees are lower than those of peer institutions in Michigan, and we award hundreds of scholarships each year.

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Admission requirements

The only requirement to apply is a valid Michigan teaching license. Applications to this program must be submitted two months before the start of the semester.

Apply to Wayne State’s post-bachelor’s bilingual/bicultural endorsement online  program

Embrace the chance to promote inclusivity, foster global awareness, and be a catalyst for change. Apply today!

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Professional Licensure Program Disclosure

The University has determined that the curriculum of the initial teacher certification and endorsement programs at Wayne State University in the College of Education, leading to a credential as a certified teacher, meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in all states. However, there may be specific state requirements beyond the reciprocity agreement.

Accreditation

CAEP_Accreditation

The College of Education educator preparation programs are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).  

Accreditation means that a program meets the standards set by the academic and professional community. It’s a seal of approval indicating that the program prepares new educators to teach effectively.

Career insights

This tool provides a broad overview of how major selection can lead to careers and is provided without any implied promise of employment. Some careers will require further education, skills, or competencies. Actual salaries may vary significantly between similar employers and could change by graduation, as could employment opportunities and job titles.