Foundations of Classical Education
In 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 year of admission to the program.
Coursework includes:
Courses
Participants will enroll in three courses:
- Introduction to Classical Education:
5 live class sessions through Memoria College (available in Summer & alternating Fall semesters) - The Practice of Classical Pedagogy:
5 live class sessions through Memoria College (available in Summer & alternating Fall semesters) - Essentials of Effective Training: Content & Classroom Management
4 recorded class sessions by experienced CLSA staff- Teaching in the Primary School
- Teaching in the Grammar School
- Teaching in the Upper School
- Teaching Latin
Conference
Participants are required to attend the annual two-day Memoria National Conference in Louisville, KY. This conference is held in July each summer.
Written Summaries
At the conclusion of each course, participants will write & submit a 2500 word summary, detailing the areas of study addressed and how it applies to their particular context as an educator.
Meetings
Following each written summary’s submission, participants will meet with their designated CLSA representative to discuss the papers and to review observations. They will meet a total of three times, following the conclusion of each course (MC Introduction to Classical Education, MC The Practice of Classical Pedagogy, and CLSA Essentials of Effective Training).
Requirements & Materials Needed
It is required that participants applying for the Certification Program possess a strong desire to learn and study, displaying strong oral and written communication skills.
Applicants must have access to stable internet connection, a computer, an email address, a microphone, a web camera, and a word processing software (Microsoft Word, Google Docs, etc.).
If a participant chooses to take the Memoria College courses for credit, these texts are required. They are highly recommended for any participant. Questions about the reading material can be directed to tutor@memoriacollege.org.
Cost & Enrollment
Base Cost
- $500 per participant
- $425 for participants of a CLSA Partner Member school
This cost includes all courses and designated time with a CLSA representative to review Level I. There are additional costs, as outlined below.
Additional Costs
- Memoria College credit – If a participant wishes to obtain masters-level credit for the Memoria College classes, they may pay an additional $150 per class when enrolling on the MC course page. This credit is applicable towards Memoria College’s M.A. in the Great Books. Additional fees for purchasing course texts may be applicable.
- Memoria National Conference registration – this fee is not built into the cost of the Level I Certification fee. Participants receive 50% off registration to the Conference in Louisville, KY, for a total of $138 (travel and lodging not included). An additional day of training is available for an additional $50.