Accredited schools and colleges are available for those looking to obtain a degree in the many areas of performing arts. With certificates, and degrees including an associate's, bachelors, masters, and doctorate's there are many career opportunities for students to choose from. Performing arts is more than just performing on stage; it includes many areas like production and other backstage happenings that no one else sees. Students can train in areas like music, theater, dance, singing, and more depending on the type of degree and career they seek. Areas of study can include music theory, recording, production, dance production, acting, and much more based on the desired career and level of degree.
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Guitar
There are a number of accredited schools and colleges available that provide an education in guitar and provide you with a degree or certificate in guitar. Training can include sight reading, understanding amps, music theory, guitar scales, recording, guitar chords, sound effects, and
music production. By obtaining a certificate or degree in guitar you will be able to produce music for your own pleasure or work in producing, songwriting, teaching, or playing the guitar professionally.
Music
There are a number of certificates and degrees available to those who seek a career in the field of music. Accredited educational programs are available in a variety of areas for those with an interest in receiving a music degree or certificate. Students can obtain a masters or doctorates degree while studying
production, theory, songwriting, performance, and other music courses. Music coordinators, music instructors, music teachers, band directors, music directors, and music therapists, are all professions available to those with a degree in music.
Performing Arts
Performing arts schools and colleges offer students the knowledge and skills necessary to start a career out of a dream. With a number of degrees available you can study dance production, modern dance, performing arts techniques, kinesiology, dance composition, music, production, and much more. Degrees and certificates in performing arts will provide students with the means to enhance their talent and education while preparing for a career in a variety of areas.
Theater
Accredited educational programs can provide students with a variety of options when looking to obtain a degree in theater. The study of theater not only focuses on acting, but also directing, lighting,
costume design, history of theater, set design, and more. Coursework may include directing, introduction to theater, history of theater, acting, lighting design, scenic design, stage movement, and more depending on the level of degree desired.
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Accreditation is an important part of ensuring that the degree you seek will be provided by the school or college you choose to attend. Agencies like the
Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) are available to provide educational programs with full accreditation.
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Choose a program from the drop down menu above to find more information about a career in performing arts. Contact a number of accredited schools and colleges to request more information about the degree program of your choice.
PETAP Articles Relating to This Profession:Beneficial Characteristics of Performing Arts ProfessionalsRegarding Accreditation: In order to confirm a quality education, valid accreditation is necessary. Accrediting organizations approved by
The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and
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