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English Learner Added Authorization

Designed to meet the English Learner Added Authorization requirements of the Commission on Teacher Credentialing

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Overview

The English Learner Added Authorization Program at UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies is a California Commission on Teacher Credentialing approved program designed to prepare educators to effectively teach English learners in K-12 settings. It enables candidates to add an English Learner authorization to an existing California teaching or services credential, fulfilling state requirements for instructing multilingual students. This authorization is required in California for teachers who provide English Language Development (ELD), Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English (SDAIE), or related services to English learners.

In collaboration with UCLA Extension and UC Riverside Extension, UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies's fully online program is designed to deliver effective English Language Development (ELD) instruction, support academic content learning for multilingual students, assess language proficiency and instructional needs, and apply culturally responsive and inclusive teaching practices.

Two Tracks to earn the English Learner Added Authorization
UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies offers two tracks to earn the English Learner Added Authorization - CTEL Track and ELD Track. 
 
CTEL Track ELD Track
This track is available to candidates who are earning their English Learner Authorization through coursework-only or a combination of coursework and CTEL exams. This track is available only to candidates who already hold an ELAS, ELAM, or ELAE authorization on their California teaching credential. Candidates can confirm whether they hold one of these authorizations by searching their credential on the CTC website.

Both tracks lead to the same authorization - ELA1; the difference is based on eligibility and coursework required:   
   
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  CTEL Track  

  ELD Track  
required Courses < 6 courses 1 course
Total units required 18 units 6 units
Estimated cost $2,230 + Textbooks $735 + Textbooks
Time to Complete 3-6 months 2 months
Delivery Online, asynchronous attendance with weekly assignment deadlines Online, asynchronous attendance with weekly assignment deadlines
Program benefits Planned Course of Study; CTC-approved English Learner Added Authorization courses; credential advisement and EL Added Authorization Planned Course of Study; CTC-approved English Learner Added Authorization courses; credential advisement and EL Added Authorization


Program Eligibility Requirements

The general requirements for admission to the English Learner Added Authorization program:
  • Submission of the program application
  • Possession of a valid California teaching credential
  • Official CTEL Test scores (for CTEL Exams/Coursework combination only)
  • Official transcripts verifying BA or higher degree with GPA above 3.0
In order to meet California academic requirements for a English Learner Added Authorization, candidates must be admitted to an approved program and complete 18 quarter units in an approved program; a combination of CTEL Exams and approved coursework; or be granted equivalency and fulfill any requirements deemed necessary by an approved program.

CTEL Track candidates must successfully maintain a GPA of 3.0 or better and receive a grade of “C” or higher in each course to be eligible for a formal recommendation to the Commission for a English Learner Added Authorization (ELA1). Grades of "C-" or below will not count toward program requirements for recommendation purposes.

ELD Track candidates must successfully maintain a GPA of 3.0 or better and receive a grade of “B” or higher in the required course to be eligible for a formal recommendation to the Commission for a English Learner Added Authorization (ELA1). Grades of "B-" or below will not count toward program requirements for recommendation purposes.

 

Program Application & Information

The program application is available online. Admissions are on a rolling basis and there is no specific application deadline. Each application is reviewed in the order the supporting documentation is received. This includes your official transcript verifying your degree and grade point average that must be submitted directly to the department.

We are using a new online application platform. Candidates are asked to create an account as a first-time user. This is separate from a MyExtension student account, which is also needed. Please email unexeduc@ucsd.edu if you have any questions. 

After Applying
Completed applications will be reviewed by Credential Analysts. Candidates will be notified of acceptance into the English Learner Authorization Program upon receipt and approval of a completed application, including the online application, valid California teacher credential, and official transcripts. Candidates can check the status of their application through their MyExtension account. 

Once a candidate is admitted into the program, detailed information to confirm admission will be emailed, including a Planned Course of Study. 

CTEL Track Online Application

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APPLICATION FEE: $0

ELD Track Online Application

The ELD Track is only available for California prepared teachers that have the authorization of ELAM, ELAS, or ELAE on their current credential. Any other applicant can only earn the English Learner Added Authorization by completing the full CTEL Track.

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APPLICATION FEE: $0
 

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Please contact the department at unexeduc@ucsd.edu if you require more detailed instructions

Additional Information & Resources

English Learner Added Authorization Program Guidelines

All candidates who wish to receive the English Learner Added Authorization (ELA1) are required to:

  1. Apply to the English Learner Added Authorization program - CTEL Track or ELD Track
  2. Finalize admission to the program
  3. Complete all the required online courses with a grade of “C” (CTEL) / "B" (ELD) or better
  4. Coursework must be completed within 5 years of beginning the program
  5. Submit a Request to Recommend directly to UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies

Formal Recommendations to the CTC for the English Learner Added Authorization

To be recommended for the English Learner Added Authorization, candidates must have officially enrolled in the program and completed all requirements for either:

  • the English Learner Authorization Program - CTEL Track (coursework-only or combination of CTEL exams and coursework), or
  • the English Learner Authorization Program - ELD Track

Details on the recommendation process are covered in the Portfolio course (CTEL Track) and the Departmentalized ELD for K-12 course (ELD Track).

Upon completion of the program and final grades posted, candidates follow the steps listed in the Request to Recommend Guidelines. The Request to Recommend form and guidelines contain all of the information and documentation necessary to obtain a formal recommendation by UC San Diego Extended Studies for the English Learner Added Authorization (ELA1). The recommendation is not finished until the final step is completed by the candidate. 
 
Important notes:

  • The Commission will send recommendation notification to the email address they have on file
  • Candidates should update their email with the Commission prior to submitting the Request to Recommend form (UC San Diego Extended Studies can no longer do so on candidates’ behalf).
  • Candidates must log in and complete the process themselves - UC San Diego cannot do this on their behalf
  • After candidates are recommended, they will need to pay a processing fee directly to the Commission
  • Payment must be made online using a debit or credit card

If you require further assistance, please contact the department at unexeduc@ucsd.edu

Related Documents

CTEL Track Application Guidelines

ELD Track Application Guidelines

English Learner Added Authorization Program FAQs

Foreign-Transcript-Evaluation-Requirements.pdf

CL-469 Form Request Information

Request to Recommend Information

 

Student Testimonials

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- Kelly B.

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- Kristin S.

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- Scott M.

Every aspect of this program was relevant, connected, and essential to the work I/we do as educators and leaders. From the new learning to the deeper understanding in many areas, I can apply these skills in so many aspects of my life.

- Senovia C.

This program has gifted me with a paradigm shift. Without question I have gained a toolbox of strategies, but more importantly the teachings have liberated me from blind spots that most certainly limited my teaching effectiveness of English Language Learners.

- Stephen P.

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