How long does it take to complete the program?
This intensive one-semester (14 week) student teaching practicum comprises:

• Seven weeks of teaching at the elementary school level
• Seven weeks at the middle or secondary school level

What are the program’s requirements?

• Bachelor’s degree from UArts (You must enroll in the program the semester after graduation)
• Completion of all pre-certification requirements except AEDU 503 and AE 659
• 3.0 GPA
• Successful completion of the instructional I Praxis
• Must be recommended by the Art Education department

Is the program accredited?
Yes. The Pre-Certification Concentration, when coupled with the Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Program, is accredited by the Pennsylvania Department of Education as an approved program to prepare students to receive the Instructional I Certificate to teach Art K-12.

How can I learn more?
Please contact Randy Granger, Chairperson and Director, at 215-717-6053, rgranger@uarts.edu or check out the program's curriculum.