It is necessary to be admitted to the teacher education program prior to completing the first methods course in professional art education courses. For a complete description of admission and retention policies and procedures for teacher education, refer to the College of Education.

Students seeking licensure are encouraged to consult regularly with the program coordinator of art education. Dr. Bill Wightman, Art Education Coordinator | wightmwh@jmu.edu | 540.568.5144  

For information regarding course requirements for Visual Arts PK-12 Teaching Licensure, navigate to the Art Education Licensure Course Requirements.