Kodály FAQs

We recommend our students have a strong background in music, including the ability to read western music notation. While highly recommended, no students are required to have a bachelor's degree in music.

Many of our graduates continue to teach music in schools, private studios, or community and professional choirs. OAKE endorsed Kodály certificate holders are eligible to teach in other Kodály training programs.

If you successfully completed one or more Kodály levels in another OAKE endorsed certificate program, those courses will transfer into the certificate only program. If you successfully completed Kodály level(s) for master's credit at another program, a transfer of credits is determined on a case-by-case basis.

Most AKI students are music educators in elementary schools and private schools or churches. They are collegial, creative, and dedicated to their professions. Many frequently go on to publish music and articles, become leaders and artistic directors, and present at state and national conferences. AKI is the place to follow your passion and find your path.

The master’s degree program takes four summers to complete. The degree must be completed within 5 years of the start date. The certificate program takes three summers to complete.

The master’s students are on campus three weeks each July for face-to-face classes and takes four summers to complete. All students rehearse in choir together and share a common lunch time. Students enrolled in the certificate program will be on campus for two weeks each July, for three summers total. Students in the certificate program have the option of applying to the master’s degree program after the first summer should they wish.

To complete the Master of Education in Kodály Music Education degree and earn a Kodály certificate, students will take 9 graduate credits for 4 summers, totaling 36 credits. The degree must be completed within 5 years of the start date.

All courses are held in person and meet on campus in July.