This interdisciplinary 16-credit certificate program is designed for M.S.W. graduates who are bilingual and who work or plan to work in school setting that requires certification in bilingual education. The program consists of core courses that meet the bilingual certification requirements for pupil personnel service professionals mandated by the New York State Education Department.

Courses are offered jointly the School of Social Work (10 credits) and the School of Education (6 credits). Courses may be waived depending on previously completed graduate-level courses.

Degree Requirements
Course#	Course Title	Credits
EDU 641	Methods and Materials in Bilingual Education	3
EDU 642	Foundations of Bilingual Education	3
SWK 542	Oppression, Diversity and the Struggle for Human Rights	3
SWK 728	Social Work Practice with Children and Adolescents	3
SWK 792	Bilingual - Bicultural Internship	4