Music Teaching

AMEB is proud to announce the launch of its new Music Teaching syllabus, available for examination in all states from 2024. The new syllabus has been developed over several years by leading national and international practitioners. It is assessed through a series of written and practical tasks aimed at developing the ability of instrumental and vocal teachers in line with international best practice and with reference to leading scholarship on music pedagogy.

The new syllabus comprises two awards: The Certificate Teacher of Music Australia (CTMusA) and Associate Teacher of Music Australia (ATMusA). These will be examined concurrently for six years with the version of the teaching syllabus that last appeared in the 2023 Manual of syllabuses.

There is no Licentiate Teacher of Music Australia (LTMusA) offered in the new teaching syllabus. The LTMusA that last appeared in the 2023 Manual of syllabuses will be examined until the end of the 2029 exam year.

The following resources have been produced to support the new syllabus:

• AMEB teaching Guide to assessment (2023) [digital download]
• AMEB teaching Companion text (2023) [digital and hardcopy versions available]

The syllabus can also be downloaded for free online.

All sections of the examination must be completed within a maximum of four exam years. It is recommended that candidates complete the qualification within two years for better continuity of learning. It is advised that candidates seek an experienced mentor to assist and provide guidance through both of these qualifications.

Sections I & II – written submissions. Candidate enrols through Score. Log into SCORE | AMEB SCORE Login and go to Enrol now -> Teaching qualifications

Section III – is a practical exam. Enrol through AMEB Connect after completing Sections I & II

CTMusA NEW

This syllabus is designed for teachers who are looking to gain a formal qualification.

Teaching candidates must have achieved the minimum requirement of a Grade 6 practical examination in their chosen teaching instrument/voice, in addition to a Grade 4 written (Theory, Musicianship or Music Craft) or equivalent.

The exam consists of three sections, each with two tasks (Task A and Task B):

1. Section I requires candidates to demonstrate a working knowledge of the AMEB syllabus and the examination process through the design of lesson plans and teaching strategies.
2. Section II requires candidates to reflect on best teaching practices and engaging students as learners by submitting case studies and reflecting on feedback from Section I.
3. Section III is a practical demonstration of teaching in two parts. Candidates are required to submit a video teaching demonstration followed by a live viva voce discussion in the exam. The second part is a live performance demonstration and viva voce on teaching strategies from a selected program of works from the syllabus.

ATMusA NEW

This syllabus is designed for teachers who are looking to refine and develop teaching proficiency across all stages of learning from Preliminary to Grade 8 and builds on skills developed in the CTMusA.

ATMusA teaching candidates must have achieved the minimum requirement of a Grade 8 practical examination in their chosen teaching instrument/voice, and Grade 5 written (Theory, Musicianship or Music Craft) or equivalent. 

The ATMusA exam consists of three sections, each with two tasks (Task A and Task B):

1. Section I consists of lesson plan and assessment task design demonstrating learning outcomes, teaching and practice strategies, and repertoire selection for lessons. Additionally, candidates will submit a literature review of selected articles from the AMEB teaching companion text.
2. Section II submission of teaching videos and reflective review and the demonstration of applied knowledge of teaching and learning via a reflective journal.
3. Section III is a practical demonstration of teaching in two parts. Candidates are required to submit a video teaching demonstration followed by a live viva voce discussion in the exam. The second part is a live performance demonstration and viva voce on teaching strategies from a selected program of works from the syllabus.

 

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Speech and Drama Teaching

ASPA, Teacher (Associate Speech and Performance Australia)

This diploma syllabus is suitable for Speech and Drama students who have successfully completed grade exams and wish to obtain a teaching qualification.

Prerequisites for entry:

•     A minimum of a B or credit grading in the CSPA or CDPA
•     A pass or better in Grade 7 Speech and Performance Theory

The exam consists of two sections:

1. Section I: An individual practical exam including a linked memorised program of works, a contrasting linked program of works that is read, a discussion, an impromptu reading and a prepared lesson plan.
2. Section II: A three hour written examination. A wide range of issues relevant for successful speech teaching are covered. These include phonetics, pronunciation, dynamics, rhythmic flow, projection, voice care, and lesson planning.

All sections of the examination must be completed within a maximum of four exam years.

LSPA, Teacher (Licentiate Speech and Performance Australia)

This syllabus is only suitable for Speech and Drama teachers who have already obtained the ASPA as this is a prerequisite for entry.

The exam consists of three sections:

1. Section I: An individual practical exam including a linked memorised program of works published in the past 100 years, a linked program of works selected from verse dramas, a discussion, an impromptu reading and a presentation on an aspect of teaching at a secondary school or adult level.
2. Section II: A written examination covering a range of teaching issues. These include current trends in pronunciation and colloquial speech, structuring programs for secondary, adult and tertiary students, program planning and criteria for oral assessment.
3. Section III: A dissertation of 5000 words on an aspect of language education. Before the teacher commences their dissertation, the topic must be submitted and approved by AMEB. Then the teacher may commence the enrolment for his exam.

All sections of the examination must be completed within a maximum of six exam years.