Initial Teacher Certification - Music Education (MAT)

Get an in-depth look at Music Education (MAT)

The CEHD offers programs that share the common theme of "Teaching for Knowledge, Leadership and Change: Enabling Success for all Learners" in keeping with the belief that if teachers are to help their students become masterful learners, teachers must themselves be learners. 

Programs in the CEHD integrate embedded field experiences that align both with program studies and professional education career goals. These experiences are to be mentored and assessed. 

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View the curriculum for Music Education (MAT) for admissions, degree requirements and other information
 

M.A.T in Music Education

Overview

Application Deadline (Fall Admission): March 1

The CEHD offers programs that share the common theme of "Teaching for Knowledge, Leadership and Change: Enabling Success for all Learners" in keeping with the belief that if teachers are to help their students become masterful learners, teachers must themselves be learners. 

Programs in the CEHD integrate embedded field experiences that align both with program studies and professional education career goals. These experiences are to be mentored and assessed. 

All students must be admitted to teacher education to enroll in MUED course work. 

Teacher Candidate Expectation

Teacher education candidates should visit the Educator Preparation Program page and review the expectations listed under the "Review These Teaching Profession Expectations" section.

Admission Criteria

Please visit the Educator Preparation Program page and read items listed under "Admission Requirement Details" for more in-depth information regarding admission requirements for this program.

Careers

Opportunities for Graduates 

Graduates may qualify for certification to teach P-12 in Kentucky. 

Financial Aid

In addition to the financial aid opportunities offered by the University of Louisville's Financial Aid office, the College of Education & Human Development also has information about financial aid

Other financial aid opportunities available include student employment opportunities

Contact

School of Music 
University of Louisville 
Louisville, KY 40292 
Office: 502-852-0536 

Middle and Secondary Education Department email: midscnd@louisville.edu 

Music Education Faculty 

Michael Alsop 
michael.alsop@louisville.edu 
Office: 502-852-4542 

Melissa Lloyd 
melissa.lloyd@louisville.edu 
Office: 502-852-0536