Center for Career Development


What can I do with... a minor in Education (Art Major)?

The education department has redesigned all of its programs to be in compliance with upcoming changes in licensing. The department is proud to offer to all of the education students a combined five-year B.A./M.A. degree. You must major in art and complete your education classes and field work in the mandatory fifth year.

Special attributes of this minor that will make me a valuable addition to any prospective employer.

  • Artistic talent.
  • Large knowledge base and contagious love of art.
  • Knowledge of educational theory, teaching strategies, developmental theories, and techniques of discipline.
  • Orientation to detail.
  • Desire to share art with the world and nurture future artists.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and instructional skills.
  • Advanced organizational, conflict resolution, and problem solving skills.
  • Capability to integrate technology into the classroom.
  • Ability to hold the attention of a group of students.

Possible Careers / Job Titles
  • Antique Specialist
  • Art Appraiser
  • Art Critic
  • Art Historian
  • Art Specialist
  • Art Teacher
  • Art Therapist
  • Artist-in-Residence
  • Auction House Cataloguer
  • Cartoonist
  • Ceramist
  • Curator
  • Engraver
  • Ether
  • Fashion Designer
  • Gallery Manager
  • Glassblower
  • Illustrator
  • Interior Designer
  • Jewelry Designer
  • Media Specialist
  • Medical Illustrator
  • Muralist
  • Museum Educator
  • Museum Exhibit Designer
  • Painter
  • Police Sketch Artist
  • Printmaker
  • Recreation Therapist
  • Researcher
  • Sculptor
  • Textile Design
  • Weaver
  • Woodworker

Please be advised that although this major will prepare you for the careers listed above, many will require advanced education and training. Please research the careers/job titles that interest you so that you are aware of the requirements to enter the field.

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This page last modified on August 6, 2009.
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