Designed to provide students with substantial content & pedagogical knowledge, the English Teacher Certification program offered at Western Illinois University prepares students for a lifelong career in teaching. Our goal is to help students develop habits of critical, reflective, and creative thinking.

Courses cover a variety of genres & historical periods, ethnicities and cultures.

Possible Careers

  • English Teacher
  • High School Language Arts Teacher
  • Middle School Language Arts Teacher

Why Choose English Education at WIU?

WIU's program also gives students opportunities to become confident and skilled writers in traditional and non-traditional modes, and promotes a comprehensive language arts curriculum, which includes technology, visual arts, drama, and film.

WIU's progressive program also promotes the teaching and learning of 21st Century literacies.