ESL Cert FAQs

ESL TExES Prep Test #154

Currently certified teachers, register for and pass the TExES English as a Second Language Supplemental test #154. Once you have passed the test, it must be added to your SBEC certification before you are officially certified. This will add an ESL certification to all levels/contents you are already certified to teach.

If you are not a certified teacher, talk with the institution through which you are working toward certification to ascertain the appropriate route by which to obtain your ESL certification.
1. Go to Texas Educator Certification Examination Program
2. Create an account
3. Register for English as a Second Language Supplemental (154)
The Region 10 Title III English Learner Support Co-op offers both online and face-to-face ESL Certification preparation courses. The courses are aligned to the state competencies and includes information on fundamental language concepts, language acquisition, basic ESL teaching strategies, literacy development, content area learning, formal and informal assessment, cultural factors, parent/community involvement, and state-mandated LPAC policies. Course materials will be provided to the participants.

Face-to-Face Training

Our face-to-face training is offered as a full day (6 hours) training session. To register for face-to-face training, please go to Calendar of Events and Log in with your Region 10 account. In the keyword bar, type “ESL 154” to locate the current offerings of this course.

On-site Training

School districts that are members of the English Learner Support or Title III Cooperative may request a private session at their site. This on-site delivery is available to member districts throughout the school year.

PD Request Form

Online Training

TEA has launched a free online course to prepare for the ESL #154 Test. This course is free for everyone in the state of Texas. You can access the online course here ESL Certification Training