Bilingual Inclusive Education

Advanced Certificate

Buffalo State University

  • Delivery Mode
    100% Online
  • Total Credits
    15
  • Degree Level
    Advanced Certificate
  • Contact Us
    716-878-5602

Earn your advanced-certificate degree online

You will earn the same diploma as our on-campus students

Buffalo State’s Bilingual Inclusive Education Graduate Certificate prepares educators to effectively serve bilingual and multilingual learners in diverse and inclusive educational settings. This 15-credit, 100% online program reflects current research and best practices in bilingual inclusive education, with an emphasis on culturally and linguistically responsive teaching, assessment, and supporting multilingual learners with and without disabilities. Successful completion of the program leads to an institutional recommendation for the New York State Bilingual Education Extension. Designed with working educators in mind, the flexible online format allows educators to develop specialized expertise while continuing to work in the field. Graduates are prepared to create equitable learning environments that recognize students’ languages, cultures, identities, and abilities as strengths.

What's an advanced certificate?
Advanced, or graduate, certificates are designed to provide focused study to support a particular career interest. They vary in number of credits and typically require students to have a bachelor’s degree.
  • What's it like to earn this degree online?

    Let's put your mind at ease about online learning

  • 100% Online
    This program is presented 100% online. You will not be expected to attend any classes on campus.
  • Live classes
    You will learn in real-time while the instructor leads the class. Courses are similar to in-person classes, but you participate online.
  • Same faculty as on-campus
    The faculty that teach online classes are the same faculty that students learn from on-campus.
  • Personal concierge
    You will have one person who acts as a single point of contact for any and all questions you may have.
  • Learn by doing
    Participate in field experiences such as internships, clinical placements, and service learning to apply your academic knowledge in the world.
  • Access to a personal tutor
    You will have access to a tutor when you need assistance with any of your classes.
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How do I enroll?

Follow these steps to start your application

  1. Go to the online application
  2. Create an account
  3. Complete the forms or save for later
  4. Pay the application fee (if applicable)
  5. Submit any supplemental materials, if required
  6. Send in your academic records
  7. APPLY NOW

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