Program Overview
The Dance Education PreK-12 Teacher Concentration program prepares dance majors for teaching positions in Maryland schools, dance studios, or educational programs. The four-and-a-half-year program includes an internship and requires passing Praxis Core or ACT/SAT tests. Students are mentored by nationally recognized faculty and gain teaching skills in small classes.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Dance Education PreK-12 Teacher Concentration is a program designed for dance majors who wish to become eligible for PreK-12 dance teacher certification. This program prepares students for teaching positions in Maryland public schools, commercial dance studios, or professional educational programs. The program meets content requirements for PreK-12 certification and offers small classes taught by nationally recognized faculty who are dedicated teachers, mentors, and active professionals.
Careers:
The program prepares students for teaching positions in Maryland public schools, commercial dance studios, or professional educational programs.
Other:
The program typically takes four-and-a-half years, concluding with a full-semester internship in a public school. The program requires a passing score in the three test areas of Praxis Core or a minimum composite score of 24 on the ACT or an accepted SAT score as determined by the test taking date. Students must also complete a Criminal History Disclosure Statement Authorization and Release Form.
