Teaching Elementary Piano
Teaching Elementary Piano
Great teachers are always learning.
Discover how you can instill a lifelong love of music in your beginning students from the very first lesson through to the important early years of study. For $499, learn from the comfort of home or anywhere with internet access - any time of the day or night.
The guided online course follows a 10-week schedule, with an average of four to six hours of work required each week. There is also a self-guided course option at the elementary level. It can be completed in as little as 40 hours.
If you are a new teacher
This course will give you a strong pedagogical foundation and new insights towards teaching that will help you and your students achieve success.
If you are a seasoned professional
Whether that be in piano or other disciplines, you will have the opportunity to learn from other experts in your field, as well as share your own approaches and techniques with your classmates.
Choose the course that’s right for you!
| Elementary PTC - Guided |
Elementary PTC - Self-Guided (Coming Summer 2021) |
| Guided by facilitator |
Self-guided |
| Suitable for teachers seeking piano pedagogy instruction |
Suitable for teachers with a strong piano pedagogy background |
| Offered three times per year |
Start when you are ready. The on-demand course can be purchased at any time |
| 10 weeks to complete |
Flexibility to complete the course as quickly as 40 hours. The course must be completed within a year of purchase. |
| Weekly check-in with facilitators |
End of course check-in with a mentor / coach |
| Graded discussion groups |
Optional discussion groups |
| Assignments submitted on a weekly basis |
All assignments completed at the conclusion of the course |
| Printed certificate |
Digital certificate |
Take a peek inside the course:
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Course Topics
- The Piano Posture
- Lesson Planning
- Principles of Fingering
- Engaging Students in Sight Reading
- Preparing for Assessments
- Polishing Repertoire for Performance
- Baroque Dances
- Exploring Sound – Aural Connections
... and much more!
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Watch Clips
Sitting Position, Nail Joints, and Hand Movement with Marvin Blickenstaff
The Steps of Sight Reading with Elaine Rusk
The Minuet with Deborah How
Ice-Breakers and Keyboard Geography with Marvin Blickenstaff
2021 – 2022 Sessions
| Session |
Dates |
Enrollment Deadline |
| Fall 2021 |
September 22 – December 1, 2021 |
Sept 15, 2021 - Enroll Now
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| Winter 2022 |
February 2 – April 13, 2022 |
Jan 26, 2022 - Enroll Now
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| Summer 2022 |
June 8 – August 17, 2022 |
June 1, 2022 - Enroll Now
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| Course |
Prerequisites and Requirements |
Course Materials |
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Teaching Elementary Piano
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Must be at least 16 years of age to apply. |
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| Teaching Intermediate Piano |
At least one of the following:
- Completion of the Teaching Elementary Piano Course and a mark of 70+
- RCM Certified Teacher with Elementary Piano Specialist designation
- Elementary Piano Pedagogy Certificate
- Elementary Pedagogy Written Exam, mark of 70+
Must be at least 16 years of age to apply.
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| Teaching Advanced Piano |
At least one of the following:
- Completion of the Teaching Intermediate Piano Course and a mark of 70+
- RCM Certified Teacher with Intermediate Piano Specialist designation
- Intermediate Piano Pedagogy Certificate
- Intermediate Pedagogy Written Exam, mark of 70+
Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.
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If you believe you have experience or qualifications outside of the required prerequisites that have prepared you to successfully complete a course, please fill out this form. Please note that these courses are high level, and we strongly recommend having the required prerequisites prior to enrolling in the course.
Please note that online Piano Teacher Courses are taught in English, and we recommend having a sufficient level of English fluency in order to truly benefit from the course materials and to engage in group discussions.
Course Contains:
- Valuable advice and approaches from master teachers and pedagogues
- Bite-sized video tutorials that fit into your busy teaching schedule
- Insightful articles and assignments to challenge your thinking and take you deeper
- Downloadable templates and resources to support your teaching
- Proactive questions to stimulate discussion and reflection
- Personalized feedback from experienced facilitators
What You Receive:
- A set of innovative strategies and practical skills to teach beginning students
- The chance to learn alongside a network of up to 25 like-minded teachers dedicated to lifelong learning
- The opportunity to connect with your peers and share your teaching challenges and successes
- A certificate to recognize your accomplishment and display in your studio
- A summative portfolio, built from all your course assignments - a valuable tool to build your teaching practice
DISCOVER OUR WHOLE SUITE OF PIANO TEACHER COURSES
Like many other teachers, I had studied music but not pedagogy...I've realized that if I want to be great piano teacher, I need to be trained as both pianist and as a teacher
Gerreth B., Germany | Teaching Elementary Piano Course Graduate