A unique teacher education program that offers professional development and additional educational benefits not available in other education programs.

The Program

Any BFA or BA graduate from an accredited college or University art curriculum who would like to share their love of art with small children and/or young adults.
Any art graduate of an accredited college or university who would like to attain K-12 certification to teach art.
Any currently certified art teacher who would like to develop their knowledge and receive a Master’s degree to further career advancement.

Graduation Outcomes

1) Master’s Degree:
Aquiring a masters degree raises ones professional abilities and K-12 public school salary.

2) Certification:
Completion of this program will qualify students who do not currently hold a teaching degree to be recommended for both K-6 and 7-12 art certification. Students who already hold certification or those who are preparing for teaching careers outside the K-12 system may complete the graduate program without taking the additional undergraduate coursework required for a certification recommendation.

Resources To Create Better Teachers

Art education available through evening classes
Experienced art teachers returning to school to upgrade their knowledge and skills learn along with exceptional young artists seeking to gain initial certification to teach. This interconnection creates dynamic learning environments.

The New Art Basics Program
An original curriculum of two thousand classroom tested ideas is available to students. Experienced affiliated art teachers mentor students.

Educational Opportunities

Learn to teach by doing. Students teach in outstanding K-12 art classrooms throughout their graduate program.
Work closely with experienced and innovative art teachers. Students work with specialists both in classes and in K-12 mentoring experiences.