Because of the time required to place students in student teaching assignments, proficiencies must be passed in the semester prior to student teaching. Proficiency III may be taken after student teaching and must be passed to qualify for graduation and certification. Summer session is considered equivalent to one semester. This is indicated in the course descriptions. Additional information about functional piano requirements is available from the chair of music education.
Students are responsible for knowing and meeting all proficiency requirements.
Students with this interest should consult the chair of music education. Field experiences Field-based experiences are an essential part of professional teacher preparation. In compliance with state and learned society requirements, students are required to participate in such experiences as a part of certain music education courses beginning in the sophomore year. Student teaching The requirements for student teaching in music are established by the State of Ohio, the College of Education and Human Development and the Department of Music Education. To be eligible for an assignment in student teaching, the student must meet the general requirements of the College of Education and Human Development and those prerequisites established by the Department of Music Education.