Overview
What is Music Education at WVU like?
Description
Students successfully completing the Music Education curriculum and all tests required by the West Virginia Department of Education will be qualified for a professional certificate, grades birth through adult, which allows them to teach instrumental, vocal and general music in West Virginia public schools.
The curriculum is comprehensive and will prepare you for a variety of teaching settings. Courses include content area, education, pedagogy, methods and General Education Foundations courses, as well as a capstone experience that consists of a two-week preparatory seminar and a 14-week supervised teaching internship in K-12 schools.
All interested students must apply to the University and audition for the School of Music for acceptance.
Music Education program highlights:
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At a Glance
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College/School:
College of Creative Arts -
Division:
School of Music -
Department:
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Degree Designation:
BM -
Degree Program:
Music -
Program:
Music Education
Next Steps
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