Piano Pedagogy
Advance your keyboard skills without seeking a master's degree in piano.
Advance Your Keyboard Skills
This flexible certificate is available to piano teachers working in the field who have developed their own piano studio or who wish to start a piano studio and desire additional advanced training. These individuals are often working on certification for the Music Teachers National Association (MTNA), a national organization that seeks to promote and uphold professional standards for music teachers.
Degrees & Offerings
Piano Pedagogy
CertificateIn addition to providing exceptional teacher training, the graduate certificate in piano pedagogy helps develops the skills necessary for working with elementary to advanced piano students. It will prepare you for the MTNA certification application process.
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Develop the skills necessary to be successful in your musical career while gaining lifelong friends and mentors. Whether you are interested in teaching, music performance or music history — or some combination of the three — the Department of Music will provide you with real-world experiences and connections to help you succeed.
Faculty & Staff
Get to know your professors in the Department of Music. Our faculty are experts in their field, contributing research and creative scholarship throughout the music field.
Surprisingly Affordable
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GA (Resident*)
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Resident
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Online
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Non-Resident
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Tuition (1 cr.)
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180.3
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340.15
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470.45
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654.05
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GAF Fee (1 cr.)
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55.3
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55.3
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0
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55.3
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Total
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More About Tuition & Fees
Tuition rates are subject to change and may vary depending on the program or department. Visit the Graduate Tuition & Costs page for more information.
* Graduate Assistant (GA) rates are available for resident, non-resident and online students.
** Resident rates may be available to you through the SD Advantage, Child of Alumni or Western Regional Graduate Program. To see if you quality, visit usd.edu/grad-tuition.
