PVA Education Major Resources
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As an arts education student, you’ll develop your skills as both an artist and an educator. From academic advising to resources that support your success, we’re here to help you make the most of your UNC experience and prepare for your future career.
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All field hours will be maintained in our digital submission system. To upload and view your hours, log in with your bear number using the link below. Please view the “How to Upload Field Experience” video for complete instructions. The video walks you through the process of uploading observation hours to Airtable. This applies to MUSIC and ART education students. If you are confused on the process, please watch this video in full. If you still have remaining questions, please reach out to Lindsey.Stobaugh@unco.edu or come by the office in Guggenheim 102. Happy observing!
Knowing how your PTEP paperwork intersects with your school’s curriculum is important in navigating your education. Below you will see where your PTEP Checkpoints line up with your coursework. Please work with your advisor to stay on track. Please note, PTEP paperwork is organized and maintained by the College of Education at UNC, not through PVA.
Art & Design PTEP Outline
- Initial – ART 248
- Full – ART 345
- Application to student teach – ART 445
Music PTEP Outline
- Initial – Freshman Spring, MCA form signed by TBD.
- Full – Sophomore Spring, MCA form signed by TBD.
The Praxis is not a requirement for music majors. - Application to student teach – Senior Fall, MCA form signed by TBD.
Theatre PTEP Outline
- Initial – Freshman Spring
- Full – Junior Fall
The Praxis is not a requirement for theatre majors. - Application to student teach – Senior Fall
As part of the initial licensure in Colorado, candidates must demonstrate the subject matter knowledge for teaching in their endorsement area. This is done through the PRAXIS exam. Below is the testing information for your specific area. The links will take you a webpage that contains registration information, free study materials for each test and an online practice test for purchase.
Art & Design
- Take 1 year prior to student teaching
- Must be passed in order to student teach
- Test #5135, Art (K-12): Content and Analysis
- Required score: 158 or above
Music
- Our Music Education degree does not require you to take the Praxis for licensure.
Theatre Arts & Dance
- Our Theatre Education degree does not require you to take the Praxis for licensure.
PRAXIS Resources
Praxis Experience Presentation (created by UNC Students)
Read this UNC School of Teacher Education page carefully for overall Student Teaching policies.
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