To gain a Music endorsement, you must demonstrate your subject–matter knowledge in multiple ways. Music pathway A is designed as a unique 4+1 program that collaborates between the School of Music and the M.A.T. program.
Prior to your admission to the MAT program, you must complete necessary music coursework and state-required content exams. While enrolled in the MAT program, you will complete coursework and have school-based placements to prepare you to teach Music.
1. CONTENT PREPARATION
With a Bachelor of Music in Music Education from Puget Sound, you have already completed the required undergraduate coursework to prepare you for entrance to the MAT program.
2. TESTING
You must pass a basic skills test, the National Evaluation Series (NES) Test and at least one of the Washington Educator Skills Test–Endorsement (WEST–E) Tests.
Please see our Testing Overview page for details on testing deadlines.
| BASIC SKILLS TESTING | CONTENT AREA TESTING | |
|---|---|---|
| MUSIC | TEST: WEST–B or Alternative* Math, Reading, & Writing |
TEST: NES 504 Music candidates must also take at least one (1) of the following tests. TEST: WEST–E 056 TEST: WEST–E 057 |
*Out-of-state applicants may substitute either the PRAXIS I or CBEST for the WEST-B. Additionally, scores from the SAT or ACT after 2005 may be used to meet the basic skills requirement.
3. SCHOOL-BASED PLACEMENTS & COURSEWORK
During the academic year, you will complete elementary and secondary teaching methods coursework and Music-related school-based experiences.
For additional information, contact Karen Stump at the School of Education.