Upon successful completion of the program and related requirements, graduates are eligible for a Standard Professional I license to teach in the State of North Carolina. The NC Department of Public Instruction issues the teaching license based on University recommendation.

The Music Education program is one of 12 teacher education programs offered at UNCP. Music Education majors are subject to Teacher Education Program regulations, admission requirements, continuation requirements, and graduation requirements.

The Music Education program is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and the NC State Board of Education.