As an art teacher, you will have the opportunity to share your passion for art with your students while making a lasting impact on them for the rest of their lives. At USI, you will take many courses in Art Education and Teacher Education along with many courses related to studio practice. With a major in Visual Art Education, you will simultaneously minor in the P-12 Teaching Education Certificate. The major prepares you for the specifics of teaching art in the P-12 setting and the minor explores in teacher education with a Clinical practice provides practical experiences in the field and opportunity to integrate theory into practice. As part of your art teaching major, you will work in innovative labs and modern studios, to explore and understand different artistic techniques and concepts while developing your own individual artistic style. You will develop an academically rich foundation of art theory and art history, which you will be able to pass on to your students. Visiting artists, designers, and scholars allows students to have impactful learning experiences beyond the classroom.
Additional credit hours could indicate a second major, minor, or certificate. A minimum of 120 credit hours is required to graduate.
To apply to the University of Southern Indiana (USI) for undergraduate enrollment:
Once USI has processed your application, transcript(s) and scores (if needed), a decision will be made by Undergraduate Admissions and you will receive a notification.
Upon acceptance to USI, you'll receive detailed information about next steps, including orientation, registration and housing.
Graduates who receive the (P-12 Visual Arts) degree in art education are qualified to teach visual arts in a wide variety of contexts. Many USI graduates teach 2D and 3D visual art in local and regional public and private schools.
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The University of Southern Indiana is committed to making college accessible to those wishing to further their education by providing numerous scholarships, grants, and financial aid options to assist students in managing tuition expenses.
The University of Southern Indiana is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).
The University of Southern Indiana offers programs that lead to educator licensure in 20 areas. The cluster of all educator licensure programs is referred to as the Educator Preparation Provider (EPP) and is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation.
The Dean of the Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education has primary responsibility for the EPP and oversees functions that cut across 10 departments and two colleges, with the Teacher Education Department as the hub. Click here to learn more.
Requirements for licensure and certification vary by profession and by state. USI has reviewed the educational requirements for each state and licensing agency to determine if the academic program here at USI meets the educational requirements to be eligible for licensure/certification in each state or not. Please note that some states may have additional requirements for licensure, such as residency requirements, additional non-academic certifications, etc. that USI cannot determine. We encourage you to check with your state's licensing agency for all requirements needed to obtain licensure.
