There are a few colleges offering programs in foreign language in the Fort Lauderdale Area. Florida Atlantic University offers programs in French, German and Spanish. The university also offers programs in teaching English as a second language and linguistics. Florida requires ESOL for all teachers with ESL students, and FAU was the first college in the state to combine ESOL endorsements with all teaching degrees.
Fort Lauderdale is a rapidly-growing area with a diverse population that continues to grow. The overall employment rate is expected to grow by 21% through the year 2012. Employment opportunities for interpreters and translators are expected to increase by 28% during this time period. Jobs for ESL, bilingual and foreign language teachers are expected to increase by 35% on the elementary level and 37% on the secondary and post-secondary levels. Opportunities for teacher's aids are expected to increase by 20%.
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