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TExES English as a Second Language Supplemental (154)

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Master ESL Instruction and Assessment FirstYou are here

Domain II is 45% of the exam. Focus on TEKS/ELPS-aligned methods, communicative and literacy development, content-based and sheltered instruction, and TELPAS/LPAC assessment.

20
hours
2

Study Foundations and Cultural Awareness

Domain III is 30%. Cover program models, policy foundations like Lau v. Nichols and Title III, linguistic diversity, advocacy, and family and community involvement.

14
hours
3

Review Language Concepts and Acquisition

Domain I is 25%. Learn language structure plus acquisition theories including comprehensible input, the affective filter, BICS/CALP, transfer, and interlanguage.

10
hours
4

Take Full-Length Timed Practice

Simulate the 80-question pace, then review every missed item by domain and competency.

8
hours
Estimated total study time
52 hours
That's about 6 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the TExES ESL 154 Exam?

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Age
18 years old
Education
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution for standard certification; admission to a TEA-approved educator preparation program
Additional Requirements
  • Must be admitted to a TEA-approved educator preparation program (EPP)
  • EPP must grant testing approval before registering for the 154 exam
  • ESL Supplemental adds an English as a Second Language endorsement to a base certificate
  • Background check and fingerprinting required through SBEC

TExES ESL 154 Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

4-8 weeks of focused study

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Exam Provider

Pearson

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Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$116
Total Estimated Cost$116 per attempt plus optional prep materials
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Aligned to the official TExES ESL Supplemental (154) three domains and ten competencies.

Updated for 2026

Covers the current 154 framework, ELPS, TELPAS, and Texas LPAC procedures.

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TExES ESL 154-Specific Topics Covered

Texas English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS) aligned to the TEKSTELPAS annual English proficiency assessment in four language domainsLanguage Proficiency Assessment Committee (LPAC) identification, placement, and exit proceduresESL Supplemental adds an endorsement to a Texas base certificateTexas program models including pull-out, content-based, dual-language, and newcomer programsTexas Educator Code of Ethics and confidentiality for emergent bilingual students

TExES ESL 154 Exam Details

TExES English as a Second Language Supplemental (154)

Administered by Texas Education Agency (TEA) / State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) / Pearson

Official Source
240 scaled score on a 100-300 scale
Passing Score
80
Questions
5-hour
Hours
$116
Exam Fee
Study time: 40-80 hours
Prerequisites: Admission to a Texas-approved educator preparation program (EPP) and EPP testing approval; bachelor's degree for standard certification

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official Texas Education Agency (TEA) / State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) / Pearson content outline

Language Concepts and Language Acquisition25%

Domain I: language systems and structure, functions and registers, and first- and second-language acquisition theories including comprehensible input, the affective filter, BICS/CALP, transfer, and interlanguage.

ESL Instruction and Assessment45%

Domain II: TEKS- and ELPS-aligned methods, communicative and literacy development, content-based and sheltered instruction, academic language, and formal and informal assessment including TELPAS and LPAC procedures.

Foundations of ESL Education, Cultural Awareness, Family and Community30%

Domain III: history and policy foundations, program models, linguistic and cultural diversity, multilingual learning environments, student advocacy, and family and community involvement.

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