The MAT Program enables graduate students to earn their initial teaching certification for Kentucky, grades P-12. The teacher candidates learn to teach through instruction in pedagogy, child development, special education, technology and diversity.

The Department of Teaching and Learning is committed to the highest standards of professional preparation. Our programs have sought and received national accreditation from the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.

Graduates of initial teacher certification programs at the University of Louisville begin their teaching careers secure in the knowledge that they have been prepared for the real world of classrooms through a rigorous teacher preparation program.

The School of Music provides each student with a copy of the Handbook for Graduate Music Students. Students are expected to read the School of Music handbook and the University Graduate Catalog, and to follow regulations and procedures regarding their specific degree program at the University of Louisville.

Initial Assessment: Admission to Teacher Education.  Minimum GPA 2.75, GRE 800 (V+Q), three letters of recommendation, professional statement, bachelor’s degree with major in Music and all required prerequisite courses (as determined by Music faculty), C or higher in English 102 and oral communication.

* Note: Students are strongly encouraged to take either MUED 605 (Vocal) or MUED 606 (Instrumental) in accordance with their degree emphasis prior to student teaching. No student may receive credit for both MUED 556 and 605/606.

Certification Assessment:Satisfactory dispositions assessment; “B-” or higher in student teaching; 2.50 content GPA, Satisfactory portfolio; Passing scores on required PRAXIS content and PLT exams; Positive recommendation from Music faculty.

Degree Assessment:   Satisfactory dispositions assessment; “B-” or higher in student teaching; All program course work with 3.0 cumulative GPA (and no more than a total of two “C’s” in degree courses); Satisfactory degree portfolio.