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.
Is Certification Right for Me?
If you want to learn how to use standards-based arts integration to reach more students, embed creativity back into the curriculum, and lead your school or district in transforming education, Arts Integration Certification™ is for you.
Our ideal applicants have used (or been a part of) arts integration before and fall into one of these categories:
“I loved every (brain-busting) moment of this incredible program! For anyone wanting to learn how to incorporate the arts–and assess and measure successful programs–this is a fantastic certification!”
– STEPHANIE PINTO, 2020 Certification Alumni
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
In this sprint, we uncover what arts integration is and isn’t, arts integration strategies, how to connect through standards, how to use the curriculum mapping process, collaborative planning, and how to use cognitive demand to support standards alignment. You’ll learn:
- 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
In this sprint, you’re going to learn how to leapfrog from strategies to lessons to projects, the core components of an effective arts integrated lesson, how to assess both sets of standards, write assessments that work and perform data analysis. Here’s what we’ll cover:
- 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
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
Inside this sprint, you’ll learn how to embrace your role as a service-centered leader and how to address challenges from this point of view. 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
Enroll during this special enrollment period and get an additional $825 in bonuses.
ONLY available now – October 6, 2023.
We want to set you up for maximum success right from the start. That’s why all accepted applicants during this special enrollment period receive the following bonuses:
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.
How it Works
The entire arts integration certification program is available as soon as you enroll. Here’s what happens…
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 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-respected program – enroll now for the best opportunity and pricing.
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-respected program – enroll now for the best opportunity and pricing.
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.
($5,000 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.
($400 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.
($825 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: $6,225
Total Certification Tuition Only: $1,997 $1,497
Tuition
This is a comprehensive and internationally recognized certification program. As such, your investment reflects that value.
We’ve made it easier on your budget with 2 payment plans available. And yes, we accept School Purchase Orders.
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Payment Process
We make the payment process for this program extremely easy. We accept the following forms of payment:
- School Purchase Orders
- Credit Cards
- Check
If using a school purchase order, payment is due within 15 days of PO issuance.
Groups may enroll using a school purchase order, but no additional discount is provided due to the special enrollment pricing.
If you are paying for yourself, we also have the added benefit of providing you with a convenient monthly installment plan to make the program budget-friendly.
IMPORTANT DATE TO REMEMBER
Special Enrollment Period: Now – October 6, 2023.
This special enrollment season is the final time we will offer Arts Integration Certification with this tuition credit. The next time enrollment opens in February 2024, an application will be required, along with an application fee, and at the regular pricing of $1997. If you have been considering arts integration certification, now is the time to enroll.
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 $1497 (if paid in full). We also offer an installment payment plan for flexibility. You can make 6 monthly installment payments of $275 or pay the tuition in full. This 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?
School districts MAY use a purchase order – please contact us for more details if you would like to use a school purchase order, or use the form available in the Tuition section of this page.
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