Programs
The Arcturus Rudolf Education Program has been educating Waldorf teachers and preparing adult students to enter the professional Teacher Education Program for 12 years. Sessions meet at the Chicago Waldorf School building on weekends. The Foundation Studies Program can be completed in 1 year with full time attendance.
The Teacher Development Program can be completed in 2 years with full time weekend attendance.
Foundation Studies - Rudolf Steiner’s Worldview
This sequence of courses is a comprehensive and systematic introduction into Steiner’s concept of the world. Included is the introduction to a number of artistic disciplines which engage this worldview and enable the participant to experience specific spiritual principles in various formats. The basis for further professional development, these courses may also be taken independently for personal growth. More info...Waldorf Teacher Preparation I
The completion of the core courses of Foundation Studies Year is a prerequisite for entering the two year professional teacher education level of the Program. This year provides a continued introduction to Steiner’s philosophical perspective as applied in Waldorf education as well as further artistic exploration. Essential courses in this year include Child Development from the expanded conception of the human being given by Spiritual Science. More info...Waldorf Teacher Preparation II
The specifics of the Waldorf curriculum are addressed and methods of classroom management are practiced during this year. This includes several weeks of practice teaching with experienced Waldorf teachers in a Waldorf schools. Foundation Studies and Teacher Preparation I are a prerequisite. All courses and student teaching need to be completed for a Certificate of Completion. More info...Summer Intensive - Continuing Education Week
This extended week is intended as an avenue of renewal and enrichment for Waldorf teachers and other professionals. The Intensive focuses current and future students on the elements of learning that will be encountered during the academic year. Many participants are not part of the teacher training program but come for the sheer enjoyment and stimulation. More info...Convenient Weekend Classes
Arcturus classes except the Summer Intensive are held on weekends, so that people who work during the week can be accommodated. Friday afternoon classes are from 4:00 to 9:00 pm, while Saturday classes are from 8:30 am to 3:15 pm. See the current Course Schedule for actual dates and for times of individual classes. More info...A Certificate of Completion is given to those who successfully complete three years of course work.