Programs

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Classes for Non-Professional Dancers	Professional Training Program	Children and Pre-Teens
Intensive Programs Description	Third-Year Post-Certificate Program	International Students
Housing List	Teacher Training Program	For New York Area Schools

Teacher Training Program

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The Teacher Training Program at the Martha Graham School of Contemporary Dance is a one-year, full time, 30-credit program for advanced/professional level students wishing to prepare for careers in dance teaching. The program starts with the fall semester in September and ends with the spring semester in June. The first semester of study focuses on teaching approaches and methodology, the second semester focuses on teaching practices. All students take a minimum of five to eight technique classes per week, as well as coursework in dance history, music and electives selected in conjunction with an advisor. The course of study requires research, written analysis and demonstration of skills acquired through peer teaching and internships. All applications will be reviewed by a faculty committee. Once an application is received and reviewed, the applicant will be contacted within 4 weeks regarding further procedures.

Prerequisites

Advanced Level Graham Technique, completion of Composition I, completion of 2 Advanced Repertory Courses.

Requirements for Admission

All applicants must be evaluated in person and must submit a personal statement of intent.

Applicants currently attending the Martha Graham School: Audition in an Advanced/Professional Level class.
Applicants not currently attending the Martha Graham School but have attended previously: Participation in at least two weeks of technique class of the Summer Intensive Course prior to the start of the program. Applicants will be evaluated during that time.
Applicants who have never studied at the Martha Graham School: Participation in the full six-week Summer Intensive Course the summer prior to the start of the program. Applicants will be evaluated during that time.

Fees

The fee for each semester is $3850 ($3000 for applicants who have completed the Professional Training Program within the prior academic year) plus a $50 registration fee. Total fee for the full program is $7700.

Completion Requirements

Completion of all required units as well as determined electives.

Degree Conferred

Certificate of Completion. “Certificate of Recognition as Martha Graham Teacher Level 1”, provided the practical exam is passed.

Coursework

First semester (Fall)			Second semester (Spring)
Pedagogy I Martha Graham Technique (Minimum) Internship Demonstration Dance History I Composition I Advanced Repertory Music I Electives TOTAL	3 units 6 units 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit 2 units 13–15 units		Pedagogy IIA Pedagogy IIB Martha Graham Technique (Minimum) Teaching Practicum Music II Advanced Repertory Electives TOTAL	3 units 1–3 units 6 units 1–3 units 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit 12–15 units

Electives: Production, Costuming, Independent Study, Partnering, Acting, additional Composition, Repertory, Technique

Students may opt to complete remaining credit requirements during the following Summer Intensive Program.