Teacher Certification

For information on teacher certification contact the CSMTA Chair for Certification: Karen Greenhalgh, NCTM 

Certification is a process that validates an individual's qualifications for a specific field of professional practice. It demonstrates to employers, clients, and peers that which the individual knows and is able to do. It signifies commitment to continued excellence in professional practice. In addition, it increases visibility, builds credibility, provides a goal for personal professional achievement and validates expertise for the individual and to those outside the field.

The MTNA Professional Certification program exists for teachers who teach music to students of any age level in private or group settings.

NCTM (Nationally Certified Teacher of Music) denotes teachers who have attained certification