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Tailored for dance professionals holding an MA or MFA, this graduate certificate provides a pathway to New York State initial teaching certification for all grade levels (pre-K through 12) without requiring another master's degree. The program includes observational fieldwork in dance classrooms and two student teaching assignments within NYC schools. You'll collaborate with certified dance educators, gaining insights from their professional practice. Discover more about student teaching opportunities. Our curriculum focuses on mind-body development within cultural contexts through research, pedagogy, and discipline-specific exploration. We aim to enhance your creative and analytical skills while deepening your understanding of dance and dance instruction.