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Bachelor's
Program Type
Total Credits
133
Affordability
Private School Education At State School Prices
Why Study K-12 Education, Art?
An art teaching degree prepares future educators to inspire creativity and self-expression in students from kindergarten through 12th grade. The art teacher degree program provides a strong foundation in art history, techniques, and various media, along with effective teaching strategies tailored for diverse learners. With comprehensive coursework and practical experience, teacher candidates are equipped to meet Missouri state certification requirements. Graduates with a Bachelor of Science in K–12 Education, Art are well-prepared to foster artistic growth and critical thinking in inclusive, engaging classroom environments.
What You’ll Learn
- Park University’s art teacher degree provides a foundational introduction to drawing, focusing on essential concepts such as shape, form, proportion, and light, while developing practical skills through hands-on practice. You will learn how to draw from the human figure, exploring form, structure, movement, and expression.
- You will delve deeply into the language, techniques, and principles of two- and three-dimensional art and design through hands-on projects in both flat and sculptural forms. Emphasizing visual awareness, creative problem-solving, and the practical use of tools and materials, you will explore formal, functional and conceptual aspects of art as preparation for more advanced work in art and design.
- The art teaching degree offers a chronological survey of art history from prehistoric times to the twentieth century, examining significant artistic developments across global cultures, including those in Asia, India, Africa, Oceania and the Americas. Art is studied within its historical and cultural contexts, with gallery tours enhancing the slide-lecture instruction.
- You will be introduced to foundational techniques in both clay and fiber arts, emphasizing hand-building, glazing, and firing with clay, alongside explorations in fiber processes such as papermaking, weaving, fabric dyeing, basketry, batik, and silk-screening.
- The art teacher degree provides an introduction to the fundamental techniques and principles of both black and white photography and painting, covering camera functions, lenses, lighting, composition, and direct observation in painting. You’ll engage in hands-on studio and darkroom work, developing technical skills and artistic expression essential for further study in fine art, illustration or photography.
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Tuition & Fees
Park University offers a transparent and student-focused approach to tuition and financial aid. Our tuition structure is designed to be competitive and manageable, and our financial aid counselors are available to guide you through every step of the process. From understanding your cost breakdown to exploring funding options, we ensure that financial planning is clear, personalized, and aligned with your educational journey.
Admission Requirements
Ready to take the next step in your education? Park University welcomes applicants with a high school diploma or equivalent who meet our undergraduate admission standards. Bachelor’s degrees require 120 credit hours, including coursework tailored to your major and core academic skills. To graduate, you’ll need to maintain a 2.0 GPA in your major and complete at least 30 credit hours at Park to meet the residency requirements, 15 of which must be earned in the major core. Whether you’re starting fresh or transferring in, we’re here to help you build a strong foundation for your future.
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K-12 Education, Art Career & Future Opportunities
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*General salary and employment outcomes vary by geographic area, previous work experience, education and opportunities for employment that are outside of Park University’s Control. The labor market and average salary range can be explored further at the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics.
FAQs: B.S.E., K-12 Education, Art
An art teacher degree prepares you to teach visual arts in K–12 classrooms, typically in public or private schools. Graduates often pursue careers as certified art educators, curriculum specialists, or community arts coordinators. The degree also provides a strong foundation for graduate study in art education or fine arts.
Yes, the K–12 art education degree prepares you to teach visual arts across all grade levels—from kindergarten through 12th grade. The program includes coursework and field experiences that equip you to adapt your teaching strategies for both younger learners and high school students.
The program includes a semester-long student teaching placement in a K–12 art classroom under the supervision of a certified art teacher. This hands-on experience allows you to apply your skills in lesson planning, classroom management, and creative instruction in a real-world setting.
While portfolio requirements may vary, students are typically expected to develop a professional teaching portfolio upon completing their degree. This portfolio showcases your artistic work, lesson plans, and teaching philosophy—an essential tool for job applications and certification.
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