Course Description

Instructors:  Suzanne Dadzie and Heidi Gallagher

Multilingual Learners Micro-Credential (SIQ CREDIT ONLY)

The NEA Multilingual Learners Micro-Credential Stack is designed to build educators’ capacity to effectively support multilingual learners. This stack of 7 micro-credentials has been approved by the Hawaiʻi Department of Education as Option 6 for obtaining the Sheltered Instruction Qualification (SIQ). Through the stack, educators develop skills in advocating for multilingual students, applying culturally responsive instructional practices, and strengthening partnerships with families and caregivers. Participants also deepen their understanding of standards-based instruction and equitable assessment. Together, these competencies prepare educators to create learning environments that are inclusive, rigorous, and responsive to the strengths and needs of multilingual learners.

Requirement for the course:

• 8 live sessions on Monday from 5 pm until 7 pm from February through May
  • These sessions are required. If you can’t commit to attending them, please do not fill out the application

 HSTA Spring 2026 — Multilingual Learners Micro-Credential (SIQ CREDIT ONLY)

Dates: February 9, 2026, through June 1, 2026 (Portfolio Due May 18, 2026)

This is a hybrid course; you must submit your application prior to January 25, 2026.  If approved to attend, you will receive an email from the instructors.

Application Link – do not add the course to your cart until this is filled out