What is Professional Studio Artist?
The Professional Studio Artist (PSA) program prepares individuals for careers as independent studio artists and business owners, designers, performers and studio technicians. The curriculum offers technical, design, product development and performance classes in a variety of disciplines coupled with business, marketing and management courses. Class work covering the history and traditions of each discipline, basic studio development and technology requirements will be a vital part of the student s education. Students will complete a track of study and acquire the necessary technical proficiencies, creative problem solving, business skills, production processes and the knowledge to apply these aspects to careers in the craft, music, theater, or applied arts fields.
What are my career options?
What are my degree, diploma, or certificate options?
Degrees and Transfer
- Bluegrass & Traditional Music Track
- Program Information Sheet
Diploma
- Bluegrass & Traditional Studio Artist
- Program Information Sheet
Certificates
- Audio Recording (Program Information Sheet)
- Bluegrass & Traditional Music Fundamentals (Program Information Sheet)
Length of Program
You can earn an associate in applied science degree in two years if you maintain full-time status.
This information should not be considered a substitute for the KCTCS Catalog. You should always choose classes in cooperation with your faculty advisor to ensure that you meet all degree requirements.
