Music Education
Music Education
Bachelor of Arts
Music Education majors at NNU are driven to share their love of music-making with others. Therefore, our degree is grounded in preparing you as a well-rounded musician with skills to facilitate music-making. NNU's highly sought-after Music Education graduates have a nearly 100% placement rate in the teaching profession. While the degree program culminates with Idaho K-12 teacher certification, the skills you develop can also support areas such as music therapy, private and charter school teaching, community music, private studio teaching and more.
Contact
- Philip Miller
- (208) 467-8506
- music@nnu.edu
- Continue your passion for making music
- Develop a broad understanding of the skills necessary to be a music educator
- Earn your Music Teacher Certification through meaningful courses and field experiences
Music Education
Music Education majors at NNU can expect to participate in a variety of music courses. The curriculum gives students a broad understanding of the skills necessary to be a music educator, including conducting, music theory, ensemble and solo playing, music history and more.
Music Education majors will:
- Learn the intricacies of teaching voice, strings, winds and percussion through hands-on experiences
- Perform in a large ensemble (Choir, Orchestra, and/or Wind Ensemble)
- Study privately with one of NNU's studio instructors
- Complete multiple field experiences at local schools
- Attend recitals and concerts
While the degree program culminates with Idaho K-12 teacher certification, the skills you develop can also support areas such as music therapy, private and charter school teaching, community music, private studio teaching and more. For more information about NNU's Education Department, contact Holly Ripley at hripley@nnu.edu.
Secondary Education Course Catalog
Music Education Endorsement Course Catalog
Degree Details
Bachelor of Arts
Offered On Campus
Related Career Paths
| Career | Avg. Salary |
|---|---|
| Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations | $40,130 |
| Metropolitan and nonmetropolitan area occupational employment and wage estimates for the Boise area are sourced from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. | |
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