Foundations of Classical Education
For Level I, teachers will be steeped in an understanding of classical education: what it is, how it came to be, and why it matters. Participants should plan to complete Level I within one calendar year.
Coursework includes:
- Introduction to Classical Education – 5 live class sessions through Memoria College (available in Spring & Summer semesters)
- The Practice of Classical Pedagogy – 5 live class sessions through Memoria College (available in Summer & Fall semesters)
- Essentials of Effective Training: Content and Classroom Management – 4 live class sessions by experienced CLSA staff, beginning in Fall 2025
- Written summary detailing each area of study addressed in the 3 courses
- On-site attendance at the CLSA Teacher Training Conference in Louisville, KY in July
- Meeting with a CLSA representative to discuss the teacher’s written summary and review observations at the culmination of Level I
Requirements
It is required that teachers applying for the Certification Program possess a strong desire to learn and study, displaying strong oral and written communication skills.
Applicants must also have access to stable internet connection, a computer, an email address, a microphone, and a web camera.
Cost & Enrollment
The fee for Level I Certification is $500 per teacher, which includes all live courses and designated time with a CLSA representative to review Level I. If a participant wishes to obtain masters-level credit for the Memoria College classes, they may pay an additional $150 for each course.
For schools who have a CLSA Partner Membership, the Level I Certification fee is reduced to $425 per teacher.