Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Theatre Arts Education P-12
Glorify God Through Teaching Creativity with Our B.Ed. in Theatre Arts Education
As a theatre arts teacher, you can pass on your love of performing arts to a new generation of students. With Liberty’s B.Ed. in Theatre Arts Education, you will not only gain hands-on theatrical experience and an in-depth study of theatric productions – but you will also learn how to teach these skills to students so that they can pursue their own passions for the arts.
Our B.Ed. in Theatre Arts degree offers a quality education that gives you the tools and experience you need for success in theatre arts teaching. Throughout your program, our professors will help you develop your creative abilities in playwriting, set design, and acting, so you are prepared to help shape the future of theatre in your community and beyond.
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Liberty University’s School of Education meets rigorous national standards for educator preparation set by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
- Complete 90 practicum hours and at least 1 full semester of student teaching prior to graduation.
- Be career-ready upon graduation with your teaching license approved by the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE).
What Will You Learn?
- Classroom management and teaching
- Content measurement and evaluation
- Curriculum development
- Instructional design
- Integration of faith and art in theatre
- Playwriting and scriptwriting
- Theories and methodology of play direction
This program has been approved by the Virginia Department of Education. Licensure requirements may vary by state. Please research your state’s licensure or reciprocity requirements here: https://www.liberty.edu/statelicensure/.
Career Option for B.Ed. in Theatre Arts Graduates
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Education, you will be prepared with a well-respected degree in education and endorsement for Virginia licensure as well as 90 practicum hours and at least 1 full semester of student teaching. This degree will equip you with all the necessary resources, tools, and knowledge needed to succeed as a P-12 theatre arts teacher.
Facilities and Resources Available to Bachelor of Education Students
- Liberty University’s School of Education meets rigorous national standards for educator preparation set by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
- Pursuing one of our Bachelor of Education licensure tracks may make you eligible for the Federal TEACH Grant.
- You will complete 90 practicum hours and at least 1 full semester of student teaching before you graduate.
- The Educational Technology Lab provides students with resources, software, and equipment to help promote learning with technology.
- All of our faculty who oversee licensure courses have K-12 experience and a current teaching license.
- You will have the opportunity to do your student teaching in various locations throughout Virginia, including the Washington, D.C., public school system through our Washington Fellowship.
Admission Requirements for Our Undergraduate Degree Programs
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
- Admission essay
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
Credit Hours
Available On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree
Next Start Date
Accreditation
CAEP
