English as a Second Language

An ESL ministry teaches basic English skills while allowing Christians to share the Gospel through words and actions.

Imagine trying to live in a foreign country where you don’t know the local language. This is the daily reality for many people in your community. The BCNE wants to equip local churches with the skills and resources to start ESL ministries and offer support to local immigrants within your context. We offer:

  • Certification classes are offered at least twice a year. These classes are a combination of 3 online sessions and 1 in person session.
    The certification classes prepare you to start an ESL ministry and certifies you to teach ESL

  • Customized training

  • Individual coaching

  • Webinars to sharpen skills

  • Digital networking opportunities to connect and learn from others doing ESL ministry

Sandy Coelho, our Leadership Development Coordinator, would love to connect with you to share more information about our ESL certification. Send her an email or take a few minutes to explore our resources and upcoming events below.

Resources

We archive webinars for you to watch at your convenience. Check out the section for ESL.

Spring 2025 ESL Certification

Online Sessions 1-3: 

  • Thursday, April 10, 2025 - 7:00-8:30 pm

  • Thursday, May 1, 2025 - 7:00-8:30 pm

  • Thursday, May 15, 2025 - 7:00-8:30 pm

In-Person Session 4:

  • Saturday, May 31, 2025 - 8:30am-3pm

  • At the BCNE Multiplication Center (87 Lincoln St., Northborough, MA)

Please note:

  • REGISTRATION DEADLINE FOR THE SPRING CLASS IS March 25 — an Orientation needs to be scheduled and materns need to be ordered.

  • All 4 sessions must be attended & assignments completed to receive ESL Certification.

  • Registration: $99

  • When you register, we will send you an email with full details, a class agenda, & information about your class materials (ESL TELL Manual).

  • For questions, contact Sandy Coelho at scoelho@bcne.net or 508-789-9103

Spring 2025 ESL Certification Training is a combination of
3 online/live sessions and 1 in person session.