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Frequently Asked Questions What will I get by doing this program? A certificate in Waldorf Education; Self-development; Self-knowledge. Are there any pre-requisites? A high school diploma or equivalent is required. In addition, a completed application and a conversation with the Director are required. Are the credits that I will earn at the Bay Area Center for Waldorf Teacher Training transferable towards a bachelor's degree? In general, no; however, we do have an agreement with the Unition Institute of California which allows students to transfer up to 32 credits. |
 Closing Assembly ~ Summer 2006 |
Do I need
anything beside the Certificate in Waldorf Education to teach in a Waldorf
school? A Bachelor of Arts is an asset when applying for a Waldorf teaching position. High school teaching requires specialized knowledge, and a baccalaureate major or an advanced degree can be proof of this. Some states require state teaching credentials. Some states require early childhood credentials for kindergarten work. |
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Certificate in Waldorf Education recognized outside of the Waldorf
schools? No. Will I get a job once I have completed the training? The training is not a guarantee. However, there is a shortage of trained Waldorf teachers, and the teacher training is required for most positions in most schools. |
 The Birthday Serenade, Harry Kretz conducting Santa Cruz, July, 2006 |
 Joanne Karp (white blouse) receiving a “note of appreciation” from the choir, Summer 2006 |
Is there a
demand for trained teachers? Yes, very much so. Do I already need to know whether I want to teach kindergarten, elementary or high school? No. You can decide this during the second or third year of the training. |
| What is the age
range of the students? 21-61. Average is late 30’s, early 40’s. The minimum age is 21. What sorts of previous professions do students have? All sorts, including: carpenter, photographer, secretary, school teacher, computer programmer, physician, homemaker, editor, chemist, musician, child care provider, artist, ballet dancer, fire fighter. |
 Third Year/Faculty party |
 Santa Cruz Campus |
Can I take the
training even if I am not sure I can/want to become a teacher?
Yes. Is there financial aid? Various payment plans are available. Limited tuition assistance is available. More details are available in the information packet. I live too far away to drive home after class Friday night and get back in time Saturday morning; is there an overnight possibility in San Rafael? Yes, upon request, overnight lodging in the homes of 'friends of the school' can be arranged. |
 Santa Cruz Summer Session Faculty: (left to right, standing): Patrick Marooney, woodcarving, form drawing; Susan Goldstein, curriculum language studies; Harry Kretz, math, recorder; Dorit Winter, painting, creative writing; Chris Guilfoyle, painting; Coralee Schmandt, eurythmy; Rudolf Kaesbach, art history, sculpture; (seated) Joanne Karp; music; Sibylle Eichstaedt, speech |
Can you recommend any introductory reading? On Waldorf Education:
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