ARTED:BS - Bachelor of Science in Art Education

The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Art Education is a professional degree program designed to train artists to teach art, art history, aesthetics, and criticism in K-12 school or studio settings. The program emphasizes the blending of research and theory with rigorous studio experience, and considers the urban, multicultural nature of the university community, and national trends within the discipline. The program involves extensive fieldwork with supervision and seminars. Students are encouraged to pursue specialized interests and needs. The program utilizes a competency-based and field-centered training model and leads to eligibility for the Florida Teaching Certificate in grades K-12. The program meets the National Visual Arts Standards and the Florida Next Generation Sunshine State Standards. It is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) and by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD). For more information, visit the College of Communication, Architecture, and the Arts website.