Fine Arts Director Summer Institute 2008 |
| The Fine Arts Director Certificate Program (FADCP) |
| July 14 - 18, 2008 |
| July 21 - 25, 2008 |
Many school systems combine various arts departments under one director from a single arts discipline (music, art, drama or dance). The Fine Arts Directors Certificate Program is designed for individuals responsible for the supervision of fine arts programs or teachers moving into such areas of responsibility. The certificate program is offered as part of the summer session, and consists of four three-credit graduate courses.
Courses may be applied toward attainment of the master's of education degree in Arts Education, Education Leadership and Management, the Non-Clinical Master of Elementary or Secondary Education, or the CAGS programs in Education Leadership and Management or Interdisciplinary Studies with advisor's approval. Credits earned through the Fine Arts Director Certificate Program fulfill all requirements for state licensure. Applicants seeking admission to graduate degree candidacy are cautioned that a maximum of six semester hours may be accepted in transfer from non-matriculated status.
Individuals must apply for admission to the certificate program through the college's Office of Admissions. While acceptance to the Fine Arts Director Certificate Program is not necessary in order to register for classes, individuals must apply and be accepted before the completion of the certificate program. In addition to having a bachelor's for the Fine Arts Director Certificate Program, individuals must also meet appropriate academic department criteria to be eliglible for admissions consideration.
- Official verification of a valid teaching certificate in one of the arts areas.
- A completed one-page application for admission.
- Official transcripts verifying completion of a baccalaureate degree. All transcripts for the institution must be sent directly to the Fitchburg State College Office of Admissions.
- Three letters of recommendation
- A professional resume.
- A $25 application fee.
Application materials must be submitted to the Admissions Office, Fitchburg State College, 160 Pearl Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420.
If potential participants have questions about any of the course content, email cps@fsc.edu and we will forward your questions to the appropriate instructor who will be happy to answer them.
Registration:
A fee of $450 is charged for each workshop section of the course. The fee includes lunch for day classes.
The option of earning three graduate credits can also be selected for the workshop; the charge for this option is $900. Please make sure to note the appropriate CRN number for the selection that you wish to choose.
Registration Deadline: June 30, 2008.
Professional Development Points (PDPs): Participants not taking courses for graduate credit will receive 37.5 PDPs per course, provided institute requirements are fulfilled.
On-Campus Housing: On-campus housing is available for institute participants for a cost of $550.00. Please be aware that the Fitchburg State residence halls are not airconditioned, and bathroom facilities are shared. Bed linens will be provided. Pre-registration and payment prior to the start of the institute is required. Check-in is from 3 - 5 p.m. on the Sunday before the institute begins, or you can check in on the first Monday of the institute's classes during the lunch break.
How to Register:
Online registration will be accepted by clicking on the link below.
Online Registration
By fax: Fax registrations will be accepted provided a completed registration form and credit card information or purchase order is submitted. Fax your completed registration to 978-665-3639. Full payment is required prior to the start of the institute.
By mail: Mail registrations will be accepted provided a completed registration form and check, credit card information, or copy of purchase order are submitted to: Center for Professional Studies, Fitchburg State College, 160 Pearl Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420. Full payment of purchase orders must be received within 30 days of billing. Incomplete registrations or registration forms submitted with missing payment may be returned.
Confirmation of Registration: In preparation for the institute, some instructors will expect participants to complete reading or other assignments prior to the start of the institute. Upon receipt of a completed registration form and payment, participants will receive a confirmation packet containing important information about the institute.
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