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Visual Arts Certificate for Teachers at NSCAD University

NSCAD University, Canada

Programme overview

Post-baccalaureate certificate for art-specialist and non-specialist teachers that meets Nova Scotia's requirements for one level of Advanced Teacher Certification.

Duration: 1 year (30 credits; normally within three years, at most five)  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

What you will study

30 credits drawn from liberal arts, art education and studio practice; a B average or above is required.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Eligibility for the Nova Scotia Initial Teachers Certificate or equivalent and at least one year of full-time teaching experience; requires an undergraduate degree transcript, personal statement, copy of teaching certificate, principal's letter of reference and teaching CV. Rolling applications; start in Fall, Winter or Summer.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Visual Arts Certificate (declared discipline or general practice): Fall (September) and Winter (January) intakes. Visual Arts Certificate for Teachers: applications accepted on an ongoing basis; the programme can start in Fall (September), Winter (January) or Summer (May or July).

Visual Arts Certificate: Fall (September) intake deadline August 1; Winter (January) intake deadline October 1. Visual Arts Certificate for Teachers: ongoing applications.

Apply through the official page: https://nscad.slideroom.com/

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