Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Music Education

A pathway to licensure for those with completed coursework in Music.

Butler’s post-baccalaureate Music Educator Certificate is the only stand-alone music teacher licensure program approved by the Indiana Department of Education. Students may choose either a residential track or, for those teaching full-time and/or learning from a distance, an online track. Both tracks include an in-person summer session and will lead to music licensure in Indiana with the possibility of reciprocity in other states.

The program curriculum requires completed course work in music that is the equivalent to a Bachelor of Arts in Music degree. For those teaching with a Emergency Permit, your current classroom work can serve as your lab experience.

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Steps for Applying:

Step 1: Complete the Application for Graduate Admission. NOTE: To submit a graduate application, you need to have previously completed a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university and be seeking an advanced degree. Your Application for Graduate Admission should include:

Butler Application
A Professional Statement
Official transcripts or copies of official transcripts from all colleges and universities where candidates:
- Earned a degree
- Earned more than 15 credits (undergraduate and graduate)
- Completed any program prerequisite (regardless of number of credit hours)
- Completed courses for which candidates are applying for transfer credit
Resumé
Two letters of recommendation
International applicants must provide proof of a minimum level of proficiency in the English language as well as submit additional financial documentation. See the International Student Application process.

Transcripts
Copies of official transcripts may be uploaded in the online application for application review only. Applicants who receive an offer of admission will be required at that time to submit official final transcripts issued directly from the institution(s) for verification prior to enrollment. More information is available in the application for admission.

Step 2: Complete the JCA Graduate Music Supplement. The supplement will appear on your application status page after submitting your Application for Graduate Admission. The supplement is required in order for your application to be considered complete. No pre-screening or performance audition required.

Step 3: Interview with Music Education faculty. To schedule an interview, contact the School of Music office at music@butler.edu or Dr. Brian Weidner, bweidner@butler.edu. This degree program does not require pre-screening materials or a performance audition.