How many years of dance do you have to take to become a dance teacher?

Answer 1

Depending on the state where you live most have teacher credentialing programs that are 4 years of college with a 5th year of student teaching. There are several standardized tests that have to be taken to enter the program and a background check as well.

Answer 2

To teach within the public school system in the United States at the pre-K through high school levels, you must have a bachelor's degree in a teacher education program from a regionally accredited college or university and state teacher certification. This would take approximately four years to complete as a full-time student, provided you take the program as prescribed by the college or university.

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Answer 3

None unfortunately in the USA. Anyone can "claim" to be a dance teacher & teach dance or open their own dance studio.