Elementary AZ SEI Online Course
The best and easiest way for K–6 teachers to earn their Arizona SEI Endorsement — fully online, self-paced, and written by experts.
No textbooks required · Instant access after purchase · Certificate upon completion
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ADE-Approved
Fully approved by the Arizona State Board of Education for the 45-hour SEI endorsement requirement.
Self-Paced
Work through the course at your own speed — no live sessions, no rigid deadlines.
Instant Certificate
Receive your SEI Certificate by email as soon as you complete the course.
About This Course
Our AZ Elementary SEI Online Course is specifically designed for K–6 educators who need to meet Arizona's certification requirements for teaching English language learners. Written by seasoned educators and second-language acquisition specialists, every module is grounded in practical, classroom-ready strategies.
Since 2005, Educational Training Specialists has helped thousands of Arizona teachers earn their SEI endorsement. Our self-paced, interactive format means you can complete the course on your own schedule — whether you're in Phoenix, Tucson, Flagstaff, or anywhere else in the state.
Upon completing the 45-hour course, you will receive your SEI Certificate by email. Simply submit it to the Arizona Department of Education along with your endorsement application to finalize your credential.
Course At a Glance
- ✓45 hours of ADE-approved instruction
- ✓Self-paced — work on your own schedule
- ✓Instant access upon purchase
- ✓Certificate emailed upon completion
- ✓No textbooks — everything included
- ✓Group discounts for 5+ staff
- ✓Written by experts in second language acquisition
Course Syllabus
8 comprehensive modules covering everything you need for your SEI endorsement.
Foundations of SEI
Understand Arizona's SEI model, the legal framework behind it, and the essential role of the SEI-endorsed elementary teacher.
- ›Arizona's SEI model and history
- ›Federal and state legal requirements (Title III, ARS 15-756)
- ›Roles and responsibilities of the SEI-endorsed teacher
- ›Overview of program models for English learners
Second Language Acquisition
Explore how young learners acquire a second language and the developmental stages they pass through on the path to proficiency.
- ›Theories of first and second language acquisition
- ›Stages of language development in elementary students
- ›The role of the home language in L2 acquisition
- ›Common language errors and how to respond
AZELLA & English Language Proficiency
Learn how to interpret AZELLA scores, understand language proficiency levels, and use data to drive instruction for K–6 learners.
- ›AZELLA structure, domains, and scoring
- ›Arizona English Language Proficiency Standards (AZELPS)
- ›Using AZELLA data to form instructional groups
- ›Reclassification criteria and monitoring progress
SEI Instructional Strategies
Master research-based SEI instructional practices that integrate content and language objectives in the elementary classroom.
- ›Content and language objective writing
- ›Sheltered instruction techniques
- ›Comprehensible input strategies
- ›Building background knowledge for ELs
Differentiation & Scaffolding
Provide targeted instructional supports for reading, writing, listening, and speaking across all elementary proficiency levels.
- ›Scaffolding techniques for beginning, intermediate, and advanced ELs
- ›Graphic organizers and visual supports
- ›Sentence frames and starters for young learners
- ›Differentiating text complexity and tasks
Academic Language & Vocabulary
Teach Tier 2 and Tier 3 vocabulary, sentence frames, and academic discourse skills essential for elementary content learning.
- ›Tier 1, 2, and 3 vocabulary distinctions
- ›Explicit vocabulary instruction routines
- ›Word walls, cognates, and morphology for young learners
- ›Academic language in math, science, and ELA
Assessment & Progress Monitoring
Apply formative assessment strategies and track language growth over time to ensure elementary ELs are making progress.
- ›Formative vs. summative assessment for ELs
- ›Observational checklists and anecdotal records
- ›Portfolio-based evidence of language growth
- ›Using data to adjust instruction
Culturally Responsive Teaching
Leverage students' cultural and linguistic assets to build inclusive, affirming elementary classroom environments.
- ›Principles of culturally responsive pedagogy
- ›Connecting curriculum to students' backgrounds
- ›Family and community engagement strategies
- ›Addressing bias and promoting equity in the classroom
Frequently Asked Questions
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