Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification in Music Education

Program Overview

The Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification in Music Education prepares individuals with a music baccalaureate to teach music K-12 in Pennsylvania. The program equips students with knowledge, skills, and dispositions through coursework, field experiences, and a capstone project. Graduates are qualified to teach music in various educational settings, including public and private schools and community music programs.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• The Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification in Music Education provides a pathway to Pennsylvania Level I Teacher Certification in Music K-12 for candidates who hold a baccalaureate degree in a music field (performance, music theory and composition, or music history and literature).
• The program aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to effectively teach music at the K-12 level and meet the requirements for Pennsylvania teacher certification.
• The program typically takes five to eight semesters of full-time study to complete and involves a tailored course of study based on an individual's prior music background and experience.

Outline:

• The program's curriculum includes coursework in music education, music theory, music history, and performance.
• Students will engage in field experiences and student teaching placements in local schools to gain practical teaching experience.
• The program culminates in a capstone experience that demonstrates the student's proficiency in music education and teaching practices.

Assessment:

• Students will be assessed through a variety of methods, including exams, quizzes, assignments, and projects.
• The program's faculty will utilize multiple assessment tools to evaluate student learning, including written assignments, oral presentations, teaching demonstrations, and reflective practices.

Teaching:

• The program is taught by experienced music educators and music scholars who are dedicated to preparing students for the challenges of teaching music in the K-12 classroom.
• Students will have opportunities to collaborate with their peers and learn from experienced teachers in the field.

Careers:

• Graduates of the program will be qualified to teach music at the K-12 level in Pennsylvania schools.
• Career opportunities for music teachers include positions in public and private schools, community music programs, and other educational settings.