Music Education P-12 Alternative Class A (Instrumental) - Master of Arts

Music director leading band

Alternative Class A Programs are for students who completed a non-teaching degree or for students who want to change teaching fields. Completion of the Alternative Class A program leads to the Master’s degree and recommendation for Master’s-level Alabama Class A professional educator certification. Advanced coursework includes project-based learning, music technology, focus on diverse music styles and teaching approaches, creativity and assessment in music as well as current trends in music education.

Potential Careers

  • Elementary or Middle School Music Teacher
  • School Band Director
  • Junior College or Community College Music Instructor

Median Annual Salary

Elementary and Middle School Teacher

$54,000

Secondary Teacher

$56,000

Postsecondary 

$50,000

*Median annual salaries are from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Additional Facts

Alabama Class A professional educator certification

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