The  programme offered by Roosevelt University is a five-year program which combines teacher preparation coursework with the full range of performance-related studies for pianists. All requirements and policies for the Music Education program apply to the double major programs.

Music education students at CCPA come from all over the world to experience Chicago and develop their music teaching practice. Students enroll in degree plans with a choral or instrumental focus but all music education majors develop well-rounded knowledge and skills through methods courses in general music, choir, band, and orchestra as well as techniques and conducting courses. Students have access to a wide spectrum of school settings that help them relate real-life teaching situations to their coursework.