Program Overview

Creative Arts Technology Certificate

The Creative Arts Technology (CAT) certificate is a new program offered by Boise State's School of the Arts, starting in Fall 2025. This certificate requires 12 credits and is designed to supplement a degree program.

Program Description

The CAT certificate complements creative talents with training in interactive programming, animation, visual communication, and generative artificial intelligence. These skills can help students grow their creative career after graduation and find work in a field that lets them flex their artistic abilities while supporting their professional goals.

Career-Applicable Skills

The program teaches interactive programming, animation, visual communication, and generative artificial intelligence for the arts.

Complements Artistic Passion

The CAT certificate builds on the creative skills students learn in their arts degree.

Credit Requirements

The certificate requires only 12 credits, equivalent to one full-time semester's worth of courses.

Required Courses

Creative Technology Integration

AE 490: This course builds in-demand creative tech skills, connects students with professionals in various creative industries, and prepares them for success in the evolving creative economy.

Technology in the Music Industry

MUS 209: Students develop experience with hardware and software tools used in the music industry.

Program Benefits

The CAT certificate provides students with a unique combination of creative and technical skills, enhancing their career prospects in the arts industry.