Visual Arts for Teachers
- Microcredential
- Department of Visual and Performing Arts
Boost Your Teaching Career with Specialized Coursework
The Visual Arts for Teachers Microcredential is a 12‑credit academic credential designed for in‑service New York State certified teachers seeking supplementary or additional certification in Visual Arts. The program offers courses in art history, design, and studio art that align with New York State learning standards and teaching competencies in visual arts education.
Note: NYSED does not pre-approve any coursework for supplementary or additional teacher certifications. Teachers must submit their transcripts, and proof of additional certification requirements such as Content Specialty Test (CST) results, to NYSED directly to apply for these certifications. Prospective students are encouraged to reach out to the NYSED Office of Teaching Initiatives or their Regional Certification Office for more information on certification pathways and the application process.
NYSED requires a grade of C or higher in subject area classes in order for them to count towards certification.
Why Choose This Microcredential
- Designed for certified teachers pursuing additional credentials in Visual Arts.
- Provides foundational coursework in art history, design principles, and studio practices.
- Supports classroom instruction in visual arts and enhances professional versatility.
- Offers flexible course options suitable for working educators.
Who Should Apply
- Certified K–12 teachers seeking supplementary or additional certification in Visual Arts.
- Educators teaching or planning to teach art history, studio art, design, or media arts.
- Teachers looking to enhance visual arts content knowledge and classroom effectiveness.
Program Benefits
- Strengthens visual arts instruction competencies and subject expertise.
- Enhances professional credentials and transcript record.
- Provides flexible course options to support career growth and teaching needs.
Visual Arts for Teachers
Microcredential
Department: Visual and Performing Arts
School(s): Arts & Humanities
This 12 credit microcredential is designed to support in-service New York State certified teachers who are seeking supplementary and/or additional teaching certification in Visual Arts. These courses cover a significant portion of the New York State learning standards and teaching competencies in this subject area.
Note: NYSED does not pre-approve any coursework for supplementary or additional teacher certifications. Teachers must submit their transcripts, and proof of additional certification requirements such as Content Specialty Test (CST) results, to NYSED directly to apply for these certifications. Prospective students are encouraged to reach out to the NYSED Office of Teaching Initiatives or their Regional Certification Office for more information on certification pathways and the application process.
NYSED requires a grade of C or higher in subject area classes in order for them to count towards certification.
| Distribution Requirements | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| ART 118 - Perspectives of Art History I: Ancient | 3 |
| ART 119 - Perspectives of Art History II: Modern | 3 |
| Complete two courses from the following list of electives. Teachers seeking additional credits in this subject area may elect to complete additional courses from the list. AAD 104 - Introduction to Graphic Design, 2D Or ART 109 - Two-Dimensional Design: Foundation | 3 |
| AAD 112 - Graphic Design 1 Prerequisite(s): COM 104/AAD104 and COM 105/AAD 105, or permission of instructor. | 3 |
| AAD 160 - Graphic Illustration: Vector Drawing Prerequisite: AAD 104 or permission of instructor Or AAD 260 - Applied Imaging, Raster Graphics | 3 |
| AAD 205 - Graphic Design 2 Prerequisite: COM 112/AAD 112 | 3 |
| ART 104 - Drawing I: Foundation Or ART 154 - Drawing the Human Figure Prerequisite: ART 104 or permission of instructor | 3 |
| ART 120 - Painting I Prerequisite: ART 104 or permission of instructor | 3 |
| ART 125 - Three Dimensional Design: Foundation | 3 |
| ART 130 - Sculpture I Prerequisite: ART 125 | 3 |
| ART 204 - Drawing II Prerequisite: ART 104 | 3 |
| PHO 106 - Photography I | 3 |
| Total Credits | 12 |
- ART 118 and 119 are offered online fall, spring, and summer terms.
- Most other courses are in-person at the Brighton Campus in fall and spring, though some are occasionally offered in-person during the summer (typically ART 104, ART 204, and PHO 106).