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Art Education, BA

Teacher Certification in Art Education PK-12

The Art Education program at ÐÔÊÀ½ç´«Ã½ empowers future educators to cultivate creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving in their students through the study inquiry based art education. By blending theory with four years of field experiences, students learn to create learner-centered, student-driven classrooms that foster a deep understanding of diverse learning needs. Our program emphasizes the importance of solid pedagogical approaches rooted in the PDE Visual Arts and Humanities Standards and National Core Art Standards.

Program Outcomes:

• Develop inquiry based learner-centered art experiences that reflect a deep understanding of diverse student needs and effective pedagogical practices.
• Cultivate the ability to create inclusive, collaborative, and creative classroom & community environments through art education.
• Maintain a strong studio art practice to inform teaching methods and support professional growth as future art educators.

Art Education Program Description

This track is designed for students to receive K12 Art Education Pennsylvania Certification, with the goal to pursue a career in art education in school systems and alternative settings. The Art Education track is built on foundational courses and the PDE Competencies for K12 Art Education. Students take courses in the Art and Education departments, and through Stage 1, 2, 3, and 4 field placements, complete a total of 230 hours in the field prior to 14 weeks of student teaching. 

Students on the Art Education track take courses in Studio Art, Education, Art History, Aesthetics & Criticism.

ÐÔÊÀ½ç´«Ã½ Chapters of NAEA & PAEA 

Art Education students are members of the ÐÔÊÀ½ç´«Ã½ Chapter of the National Art Education Association (NAEA) and the Pennsylvania Art Education Association (PAEA). NAEA & PAEA are professional organizations for art teachers, museum educators, higher education faculty, and pre-service college students earning their degrees in art education, museum studies, art therapy, and related fields. By joining NAEA, our students automatically become a members of PAEA, and you become a member of our NAEA/PAEA Student Chapter. 

We also offer post-baccalaureate K12 Art certification, a Masters of Arts in Teaching (MAT) with K12 Art Education certification for graduate students, and an MAT Pathways program for undergraduate students interested in K12 Art Education certification. Please visit the Education Department website to learn more about these exciting options. 

Contact Dr. MaryJo Rosania Harvie, Director of Art Education to discuss the Art Education Program at ÐÔÊÀ½ç´«Ã½!

Art Education Major Four-Year Schedule/ Sequential Requirements:

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Year 4