All Level (EC-12)
All-Level Art or P.E.
These certification programs will prepare you to teach Art or P.E. to students in all grade levels, from pre-kindergarten through high school.
These certification areas have slightly different Liberal Arts Core and Education Core courses. For example, specific courses are designated as the natural sciences and mathematical components.
Course Listing
All students must complete the Liberal Arts Core in addition to the below listed coursework.
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Physical Education EC-12 |
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KINE 2202 |
Creating a Wellness Lifestyle |
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KINE 2310 |
Foundations of Kinesiology |
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KINE 2334 |
Tests & Measurements in Kinesiology |
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KINE 2335 |
Sports and Fitness Activities |
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KINE 2336 |
Strategies & Principles of Coaching |
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KINE 3210 |
Exercise Prescription |
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KINE 3301 |
Prevention and Treatment of Sports Injuries |
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KINE 3393 |
Physiology of Exercise |
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KINE 3395 |
Kinesiology: Applied Biomechanics |
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KINE 3398 |
Foundations of Health Instruction |
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KINE 4323 |
Motor Learning |
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KINE 4328 |
Wellness and Fitness in EC-12 Schools |
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Art EC-12 |
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ART 1303 |
Art Methods and Materials |
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ART 1313 |
Design I |
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ART 1323 |
Design II |
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ART 2331 |
Ceramics I: Basic |
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ART 2332 |
Drawing I: Basic |
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ART 2333 |
Painting I: Basic |
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ART 2334 |
Printmaking I: Basic |
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ART 2335 |
Sculpture I: Basic |
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ART 3305 |
Art for the Secondary School |
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ART 3310 |
Art for Pre-Adolescents |
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ART |
Any six hours from Art History |
All-Level Music
The Bachelor of Music Education degree is described in the College of Arts and Humanities School of Music catalog pages.
The teacher certification procedures are managed jointly by the School of Music and the School of Education. This certification program will prepare you to teach in a variety of music programs from kindergarten to high school.
Advising Sheet:
All-Level Music
Course Listing
All students must complete the Liberal Arts Core in addition to the below listed coursework.
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Music EC-12 |
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MUSI 1322, 1122 |
Theory I and Theory I Lab |
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MUSI 1323, 1123 |
Theory II and Theory II Lab |
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MUSI 2322, 2122 |
Theory III and Theory III Lab |
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MUSI 2323, 2123 |
Theory IV and Theory IV Lab |
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MUSI 2331 & 2332 |
Music Literature I & II |
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MUSI 3333 & 3334 |
Music History I & II
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MAJOR APPLIED HOURS: |
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Primary: |
7 Primary Applied—7 semesters of 1 credit hour lessons—3 hours must be upper level |
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Secondary: |
2 Secondary Applied—must be piano
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COGNATE REQUIREMENTS: Skills, Literature, History, Pedagogy |
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MUSI 3322 |
Theory V: Contemporary Theory |
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MUSI 2381 |
Foundations of Music Education |
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MUSI 2181, 82, 83, 84 |
Instrumental Techniques: Brass (2181); Percussion (2182); Strings (2183); Woodwinds (2184) |
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MUSI 3180 |
Developmental Vocal Techniques |
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MUSI 3263 & 3264 |
Choral Conducting & Advanced Choral Conducting |
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MUSI 4382 |
Elementary Music Methods |
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MUSI 4383 |
Secondary Music Methods
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TEACHER CERTIFICATION |
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EDUC 2320 |
Learning and Development |
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EDSP 4302 |
Survey of Exceptional Children |
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EDUC 4494 & 4497 |
Student Teaching in Elementary & Student Teaching in Secondary
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ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Transfer students should review current SoM Handbook policies for specific details. |
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MUSI 0001 |
Forum / Recital Attendance (Enroll EVERY Semester— unless enrolled in EDUC 4494 / 4497—Must Pass at Least 7 Semesters) |
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MUSI 0002 |
Piano Proficiency (Must Pass Exam) Please Note: All Music Majors MUST be enrolled in Class Piano (MUSI 114X) until they register for and pass MUSI 0002 Piano Proficiency (up to 4 additional credit hours). |
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MUSI 0003 |
Sophomore Review (Must Pass Before Earning 60 Credit Hours) |
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MUSI X11X |
Ensembles (Enroll EVERY Semester—unless enrolled in EDUC 4494 / 4497) |
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MUSI 3090 |
Performance Recital |
School of Education General Requirements
A cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher on 45 or more hours, a score of 240 or higher on the math section of the THEA, a score of 220 or higher on the writing section of the THEA and a 260 or higher on the reading section of the THEA are required to begin the program and a personal interview.
Students must also meet the requirements of the department for Student Teaching, as outlined in the University catalog.
After Graduation
Most graduates are employed in Houston-area schools. Employment opportunities vary according to teaching field.
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