Online Teacher Training
To meet the need for trained teachers, the SAA has established a Teacher Development Program, with systematic, comprehensive professional training available from registered Teacher Trainers in violin, viola, cello, bass, piano, flute, harp, guitar, recorder, Suzuki in the Schools and and Suzuki Early Childhood Education. Both prospective and experienced teachers can benefit from the training offered through SAA’s Teacher Development Program. Recognition of training is provided by the SAA registration program for completed training credits.
The San Diego Suzuki Institute believes in making teacher education as accessible as possible. We realize that many music instructors use their time and own money to expand their knowledge. Take a course with us and earn discounts on future courses!
The San Diego Suzuki Institute believes in making teacher education as accessible as possible. We realize that many music instructors use their time and own money to expand their knowledge. Take a course with us and earn discounts on future courses!
2026 Fall Online Course Offerings
Setting Suzuki Families Up for Success: From Onboarding New Families to Ongoing Support - $315
Taught by Christine Goodner
Fridays: Oct 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th
8:30-11am Pacific time
Description: This enrichment course is for Suzuki teachers who want to think deeply about how they approach “parent education” and how they support families in their studio,from the onboarding process to ongoing support over time. As Suzuki teachers, we know the integral part each family plays in supporting their students' learning process. We also have an important role to play to help families feel equipt to support their students successfully.
In this course, we will explore case studies, best practices, new ideas, and current research as we explore how each teacher wants to implement the ideas we explore into their program.
This 10-hour enrichment course will cover topics including new family orientation systems, parent-teacher conferences, and a framework for supporting families in your program in a way that feels authentic to you and your program’s needs. Teachers of all instruments are welcome.
Taught by Christine Goodner
Fridays: Oct 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th
8:30-11am Pacific time
Description: This enrichment course is for Suzuki teachers who want to think deeply about how they approach “parent education” and how they support families in their studio,from the onboarding process to ongoing support over time. As Suzuki teachers, we know the integral part each family plays in supporting their students' learning process. We also have an important role to play to help families feel equipt to support their students successfully.
In this course, we will explore case studies, best practices, new ideas, and current research as we explore how each teacher wants to implement the ideas we explore into their program.
This 10-hour enrichment course will cover topics including new family orientation systems, parent-teacher conferences, and a framework for supporting families in your program in a way that feels authentic to you and your program’s needs. Teachers of all instruments are welcome.
Refund Policy
In the event that you decide to cancel your registration, notify the San Diego Suzuki Institute in writing. There is a $100 non-refundable cancellation fee per participant. The payment of all other fees will be returned if email or postal notice of cancellation is received 14 days before the first day of class.
Due to commitments we must make with faculty, applicants who withdraw 13 or fewer days before the first day of class forfeit all fees.
If enrollment is full or a teacher-training course is canceled, all registration and course fees will be refunded.
Due to commitments we must make with faculty, applicants who withdraw 13 or fewer days before the first day of class forfeit all fees.
If enrollment is full or a teacher-training course is canceled, all registration and course fees will be refunded.
