About Certification
The IAS Arts Integration Certification™ Program is an online program of study for educators who have used or experienced Arts Integration in the past and want to become Arts Integration Specialists.
This certification program gives you the skills and tools you need to lead a successful school or district initiative for integrating the arts.
We’ve already helped hundreds of educators and we’d be honored to work with you too.
Who Is This Program For?
The Arts Integration Certification™ Program is designed for:
“This program promotes deep thinking about new content areas and about the content areas you think you have mastery of. The program’s progression helps you dip your toe into the other content areas in manageable ways.”
– KATY SHIREY, Class of 2022
Haven’t used arts integration before or are new to the approach? The Accelerator would be a better fit for you at this time.
Credibility
In a recent survey, 86% of polled administrators said that certified arts integration specialists are more credible than non-certified specialists.
Advance with Hours
This accredited program comes with 520 PD hours, 20 CEUs, and up to 6 Grad Credits. So you can advance your career (and on the salary scale) with PD that makes a difference.
Career Options
95% of alumni report this program helped them become better educators overall, and 87% feel confident they now have skills that transfer across professions.
Getting Certified opens so many doors and opportunities. From leading others to a whole new career, our alums are using their skills in amazing ways – and so can you.
“Rather than just giving ideas, the program actually shows how to take Arts and blend it with the core subjects without adding any extra work for the teacher.”
– SHILPA VERMA, Class of 2020
“Before, I really felt like I was on an island. But now, this program has given me a process that I’m able to share with other teachers.”
– ELIZABETH BROOKS, Class of 2018
What You’ll Learn
Whether you want to become a national leader in using Arts Integration or the go-to person in your school/district for using the approach, this certification program will help you with:
Program Overview
Each sprint in the Arts Integration Certification Program contains 5-6 core video trainings, workbooks to help you put your learning into practice and a culminating project. Each project is part of your certification portfolio which is submitted to the mentor panel when you finish all 4 sprints.
This program is grounded in meeting these established standards.
View the full 2023-2024 handbook here.
Here’s the outline of each sprint…
SPRINT 1
Foundations of Integration – Building Core Knowledge
Arts Integration Specialists are required to have a working knowledge of arts processes, demonstrating this through curriculum support. Specialists must also know where to find curricular standards in all areas and how to align arts and content standards for natural integration. To support you in this, Sprint One covers:
- An Overview of Arts Integration
- Specific AI Strategies in Each Arts Area
- How to Connect through Standards
- The Standards Alignment Process
- The Arts Integration Lesson Planning Process
- How to Use Cognitive Demand to Support Arts Integration
Sprint Project: Create a set of 8-10 total standards alignments
SAMPLE OF RESOURCES INCLUDED:
- Integrated Vocabulary List
- Standards Quick Reference Guide
- Standards Alignment Template
- Integrated Habits of Mind
- Cognitive Demand Reference Sheet
SPRINT 2
Lessons and Assessments – Become a Lesson-Writing Master
Arts Integration Specialists are often tasked with creating lesson plans which connect naturally-aligned standards, provide equitable assessments in both areas, and are responsive to all students’ learning preferences. Here’s what we’ll cover in Sprint Two so you’ll feel confident in these areas:
- Components of an Arts Integration Lesson
- Sequencing Strategies to Lessons to Projects
- Lesson Implementation Cycle
- The Purpose of Assessment
- How to Assess Arts Integration
Sprint Project: Create 2 Arts Integration Lessons with Assessments (must include diagnostic, formative and summative examples).
SAMPLE OF RESOURCES INCLUDED:
- Arts Integration Lesson Template
- Lesson Adjustment Guide
- 8 Big Ideas for Assessment Sheet
- Authentic Assessment Guidebook
- Assessment Planner
SPRINT 3
Connecting with Other Initiatives – Expanding Your Reach
As an arts integration specialist, you’re going to need to know how to connect with all of the other priorities that are going on in your school or district. In this sprint, you’ll learn how to use STEAM and the Innovation Design Cycle as a way to infuse arts integration when it makes sense. You’ll also learn how to foster positive relationships with partners and how to present effective professional development. You’ll cover:
- What is STEAM and how do we use it?
- STEAM vs. Arts Integration
- Creating a PD Session on Strategies, Lessons, Assessments, Standards or Extensions
- Presenting your PD Session via Recorded Video
Sprint Project: Create a PD session about arts integration or STEAM via recorded video which is shared at an online conference.
SAMPLE OF RESOURCES INCLUDED:
- STEAM Look-For List
- Implementation Framework
- Creating Engaging PD Reference Sheet
- Video Session Planning Sheet
- Editing PD Cheat Sheet
SPRINT 4
Leading Change Efforts – Working with Administrators
All Arts Integration Specialists must work with leadership in order for their efforts to succeed. You’ll need to know how and what data to collect, how to coach others through change, and how to serve as a bridge between teachers and leaders. In this Sprint, you’ll explore:
- How to Embrace Leadership
- Addressing Challenges
- Integrating Data Analysis
- Working with Administration
- Teaching Adults this Approach
- How to Build Buy-In and Break through Resistance
Final Sprint Project: Create a final portfolio that highlights your abilities as an arts integration specialist.
SAMPLE OF RESOURCES INCLUDED:
- Leadership Profile
- CBAM Phases of Change Resource
- Your Guide to Mentors, Facilitators, and Coaches
- Group Dynamics Identification Sheet
- Gap Analysis ID Form
Optional Live Virtual Coaching: Sprint Intensives
While the core program is self-paced, all participants have the option to add live, online coaching to any or all sprints.
These are called “Sprint Intensives”. Each 8-week Intensive meets in a dedicated Zoom room and allows you to work with a coach and cohort of others for your selected Sprint.
These Sprint Intensives are offered all year long, and help support learners who prefer more direction, a guide to preview their work, and a timeline to complete a Sprint.
You can review the Sprint Intensives Catalog here.
These coaching opportunities are optional, and carry an additional $250 fee per sprint.
PD On Your Terms.
The entire program is self-paced and online, so you can participate from home or work.
While designed to be completed in a year or less, you have up to 3 years to finish. So if life happens (and it will)…you’re covered.
“Thank you for this program. All of the people involved in making this program have been nothing but excellent the entire time and it brings me joy to be around people like me who are passionate about the arts and want to use that to make a bigger impact on education and the world.”
– CHAN’TELE ROUNTREE, Class of 2022
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Certification is as simple as 1, 2, 3…
The entire arts integration certification program is available as soon as you enroll. Here’s what happens…
#1: Apply
Submit your application during this limited time window. Our admissions team will review your application and get back to you within 2 business days.
#2: Learn
Go through each sprint at your own pace. When you’ve finished all 4 sprints, submit your final portfolio for review.
#3: Get Certified!
Score an 80% or better on your portfolio and get certified. Join our alumni community for continued networking and perks!
As a Level 1 Certified Specialist…
…you’ll join hundreds of our alumni who are making a big impact in education. Here’s what some of them are up to:
Accreditation, PD Hours and Graduate Credit
This program is fully accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (
Additionally, all participants have the option of registering for 6 graduate credits (for an additional fee of $594 plus $12 transcript fee) through our partner, University of California San Marcos if they also complete 1:1 coaching for all 4 sprints.
Are there Jobs for This?
Simply put: yes. All year long, we receive inquiries for arts integration specialists to work with schools, districts, and organizations. Over the last 5 years, we’ve seen incredible increases in the amount of Arts Integration and STEAM Specialist positions available in and out of schools. In this year alone, we’ve seen over $2 million of Arts Integration Specialist salaries funded from federal grants.
Schools, organizations, and communities are seeking educators who know how to make connections and provide creative learning opportunities.
We cannot guarantee you a job – that wouldn’t be ethical. But what we CAN guarantee is this program will expand your capacities as an educator, build your leadership skills, and help you secure valuable connections that will increase your value in the marketplace.
Many of our graduates have created their own positions after going through this program. Their administration saw the transformation and bought in. Other graduates have gone on to become national consultants, leaders in their schools and districts, and award-winning program directors.
This program will help you flex and expand your job skills, bringing you exponential opportunity for the future.
OTHER BENEFITS TO CERTIFICATION INCLUDE:
- 520 PD Hours and 20 CEUs Included
- IACET Accredited Certification
- State-of-the-Art Online Learning Platform
- Listed in our Alumni Directory for Schools/Districts
This is a highly-competitive program – apply now for the best opportunity.
Are there Jobs for This?
Simply put: yes. All year long, we receive inquiries for arts integration specialists to work with schools, districts, and organizations. Over the last 5 years, we’ve seen incredible increases in the amount of Arts Integration and STEAM Specialist positions available in and out of schools. Schools, organizations, and communities are seeking educators who know how to make connections and provide creative learning opportunities.
We cannot guarantee you a job – that wouldn’t be ethical. But what we CAN guarantee is this program will expand your capacities as an educator, build your leadership skills, and help you secure valuable connections that will increase your value in the marketplace.
Many of our graduates have created their own positions after going through this program. Their administration saw the transformation and bought in. Other graduates have gone on to become national consultants, leaders in their schools and districts, and award-winning program directors.
This program will help you flex and expand your job skills, bringing you exponential opportunity for the future.
OTHER BENEFITS TO CERTIFICATION INCLUDE:
- 520 PD Hours and 20 CEUs Included
- IACET Accredited Certification
- State-of-the-Art Online Learning Platform
- Listed in our Alumni Directory for Schools/Districts
This is a highly-competitive program – apply now for the best opportunity.
Who’s Right for Certification?
The Arts Integration Certification™ Program is an incredible experience, but it’s not for everyone. This is best for:
*If you prefer to learn with a coach/facilitator and a small group, please be prepared to add-on the Sprint Intensives so we can help maximize your success.
Who’s NOT Right for Certification?
If you resonate with any of these statements, then Certification may not be a good fit for you at this time, and that’s okay.
Let’s Sum It All Up – Here’s Everything Included in Your Tuition
It’s important you know the enormous value you’ll get in this program. These numbers are not inflated – they’re an honest, good faith estimate since you can’t purchase these items separately from the Certification program.
The Core 4-Sprint Arts Integration Certification™ Program
This four-Sprint accredited program has taken 7 years to research, develop, refine, and package for you to get outstanding arts integration results. This includes transcripts, streaming videos, MP3s, and action guides.
($8,000 value)
If you’ve ever spent hours looking for professional-quality resources, then you know how valuable this is. These accompanying resources will save you hours of time and you’ll want to laminate them because they get used so often.
($2,000 value)
Our Accelerator platform has been created based on years of research supporting arts integration specialists and schools to see success with implementation. This is information not provided anywhere else and it’s exclusively for our learners.
($575 value)
This is an investment in yourself. Our program is considered globally to be the “Gold Standard” in arts integration. By getting certified in this program, you’re opening doors for your future. Whether it’s for salary advancement or for a career change, this program will immediately yield you a return on your investment. In fact, if you get hired for just one consulting session as a result of being certified, you’ll have covered the cost of your tuition.
(Priceless)
Total Certification Program Value: $10,575
Total Certification Tuition Only: $2,150 $997
IMPORTANT DATE TO REMEMBER
Application Process
An application is required to be considered for admission into the arts integration certification program. The application process requires a brief information form.
You can submit an application using the deadline information below. Our team will review your application and send you a status letter via email within the timeframes listed.
DEADLINE TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION AND RECEIVE 50% OFF: DECEMBER 4, 2024.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. The earlier you apply, the better your chances of acceptance. With limited spaces available, admittance cannot be guaranteed. Applicants will receive notification of admission status within 2 business days.
TIME TO MAKE A DECISION
Here Are Your Options:
A.
DIY
Keep going at it alone, scouring the internet and learning the hard-way.
Cost: Lots of Time and Frustration
B.
Master’s Program
Typical Master’s programs can cost anywhere from $10,000 to $35,000 or more and honestly? Many of them use our resources anyway.
Cost: 2+ Years and lots of $$
Remember: no tuition is due unless you are accepted and we will personally review your application to ensure that this program is the right fit for you. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain. See you inside!
Can I learn at my own pace?
Yes! You’ll get access to everything as soon as you enroll. If you decide to take an optional Sprint Intensive, your coach will work with you during an 8-week period. You’ll need to review all of the lesson material prior to the 8-week coaching. This is so that you have the opportunity to really dig into the content of each sprint, connect with your cohort and have adequate time to work on your project submission.
Can I receive PD hours for my school/district?
That will be completely up to your school or district. The total time investment in this program is 520 clock hours (with an additional 200 PD hours if you take all 4 sprint intensives). At the end of your certification program, you will be provided with a certificate of completion for those clock hours, along with 20 CEUs, and a certificate stating that you are a Level I Certified Arts Integration Specialist through IAS. We definitely recommend you check with your district if you plan to use this program for CEU/PD hour requirements.
There is also an opportunity to earn 6 graduate credits (for an additional fee of $594 plus $12 transcript fee) from our accredited partner, CSU San Marcos. That will be made available only to accepted enrollees who complete all 4 sprint intensives.
What is the total investment for this program?
Your total investment is $997 (must be paid in full). This represents a 50% savings of the regular tuition cost of $2150 and is only available from November 25 – December 4, 2024. This investment includes all trainings, materials, and portfolio review.
Keep in mind that other certification and advanced study programs can cost up to $5,000-10,000 and they do not provide the practical focus of this arts integration program.
Can I use a purchase order? What if I have a group?
Purchase Orders are NOT accepted for this limited special offer. Payment must be made in full upon acceptance via credit card or Paypal.
What is the time commitment for this program?
This program has been organized into (4) sprints, each followed by a recommended 4-week rest period to help provide you the deepest learning experience in a compacted period of time. You’ll have up to 3 years to complete the program. We are all busy and our mentors are cognizant that you are probably doing this while still working your full-time job. We provide as much flexibility as possible, but please keep in mind that this is a time commitment and can be intense during each sprint. Think of each sprint as taking a master’s degree course.
What if I have questions?
We have a great team of people who are here to support you all of the way. If you run into an issues, or even if you just need a sounding board for an idea – we’re just an email, phone call or text away.
Phone/Text: 443-821-1089 or Email us here