Music Pedagogy at University of Massachusetts-Amherst in Amherst, MA

Visual & Performing Arts Certificate CIP 50.0912

Total Graduates

6

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

50%

3 of 6

Female Graduates

50%

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Annual Tuition

$16,591

In-state rate

Program Popularity

#3
of 13 colleges nationally
76.9%
Produces more graduates than 76.9% of colleges offering this program
48
Total national graduates (Certificate)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Music Pedagogy.
Degree Level Certificate
CIP Code 50.0912
Program Family Visual & Performing Arts

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 6 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 50% male, 50% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary

Primary Occupation
$80,190
Median Annual Salary
$47,040 $194,530
10th percentile 90th percentile
97,890 employed nationally +1.7% projected growth

Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$80,190

10-Year Job Growth

+1.7%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$64,152+1.7%
75%
primary100% confidence
N/A+1.1%
0%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$60,143

Peak Salary

$100,238

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (10)

Speaking
Instructing
Learning Strategies
Active Listening
Active Learning
Reading Comprehension
Writing
Monitoring
Time Management
Critical Thinking

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

A
Artistic
S
Social
E
Enterprising

creative expression and innovation; helping and working with people; leading, influencing, and persuading others

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Creative design
  • Artistic expression
  • Helping others
  • Teaching
  • Leadership roles
  • Sales

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Creative
Imaginative
Empathetic
Patient
Confident
Persuasive

💡 Interests

Creative design
Artistic expression
Helping others
Teaching
Leadership roles
Sales

Work Values

Speaking
Instructing
Active Listening
Helping others
Achievement
Creativity

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy creative expression and innovation; helping and working with people; leading, influencing, and persuading others?

2

Do you value speaking?

3

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Creative individuals who value originality
  • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others
  • Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer structured, rule-based environments
  • Those who prefer working independently
  • Those who avoid public speaking or sales
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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

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