Master's of Teaching in Art Education
- Total Credit Hours: 36
- Degree Format: Online
About This Program
Art educators inspire students around the world, playing a vital role in the lives of children and adults, solidifying art as a part of their daily lives.
This program is a 14 month online graduate degree for students interested in teaching k-12 art in Georgia. Students in the Art Education MAT at VSU take classes specific to teaching pedagogy to satisfy requirements for certification. This program equips students with the knowledge, skills and experience to become professional art educators or to enter a variety of other educational professions.
The Valdosta State Difference
You will receive personalized attention from dedicated faculty who are invested in your success. With small class sizes, you will experience an engaging and supportive learning environment where you can connect, collaborate, and thrive. Our fully online program is designed with your busy life in mind, allowing you to balance your education with career commitments, family responsibilities, and personal goals.
What You'll Learn
The MAT in Art Education is a graduate level initial teacher certification program, designed for candidates that have prior content area knowledge in art. This program is focused on the pedagogy of teaching art. The program utilizes a conceptual framework and principles established by Valdosta State's College of Education and focuses on standards endorsed by the National Art Education Association and NASAD.
Cost & Admission Requirements
- BFA Studio (or similar with required 22 studio and 6 art history courses)
- Passing GACE 109 and 110
- Application GPA 2.5
- Program GPA 3.0
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Careers
- Art Instructor
- K-12 Art Teacher
- Museum Educator
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- VSU - College of the Arts
Department of Art & Design
Fine Arts Building
Room 1070A - 1st Floor
204 West Brookwood Drive
Valdosta, GA 31601