The Certificate in Applied Linguistics provides foundational knowledge in linguistics to prepare individuals to do language-related work in multi-cultural, multi-lingual environments.
What is it?

Program Highlights
Learn from professors with linguistic and field experience
Study with others who are passionate about linguistics
Combine linguistic theory with practical, hands-on experience
Take courses focusing on language and culture
Fit courses into your work schedule and personal life
Learn how to study minority languages
Prospective Careers
- Cross-cultural workers
- Development workers
- Bible translators
- Literacy workers
- Church planters


What will it help me do?
- Work effectively in a cross-cultural environment
- Work alongside people speaking under-described languages
- Language acquisition
- Language documentation
Who is it for?
Present or future cross-cultural workers such as development workers, Bible translators, literacy workers, and church planners
Anyone pursuing a future Master’s degree in linguistics
Program Format
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