Info for Educators

DigiPen conducts multi-level teacher training to educators who wish to offer DigiPen Academy programs in the areas of Video Game Development and Art and Animation. Level I training permits you to teach 60 and 90 hour courses in a middle school or high school setting, and is offered throughout the year at DigiPen’s main campus in Redmond, WA. More advanced training is available to teachers who have successfully completed the Level I training. Contact us to discuss how DigiPen can train and support your instructor.

To register for a session or get more information, contact the DigiPen Academy Support Team at PFsupport@digipen.edu or by phone at (425) 629-5007.

DigiPen offers educators the option of hosting individual DigiPen Academy programs in a variety of formats and subject areas. DigiPen provides a licensed instructor with a comprehensive understanding of DigiPen’s curriculum, as well as other educational materials. For more information or to host a program, contact the DigiPen Academy Administration by email at academy@digipen.edu or by phone at (425) 629-5007.

To schedule a time to speak with a coordinator, or to arrange a tour, please contact homeschool@digipen.edu.

24 HOUR COURSES
These classes for students in Grades 7-12 offer an introduction to the fields of Video Game Programming, Game Design, Art and Animation, and Traditional Game Design. DigiPen instructors are available to teach these courses during Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer terms.

60 AND 90 HOUR COURSES
These classes for students in Grades 7-12 offer an introduction to the fields of Video Game Programming, Game Design, Art and Animation, and Robotics. The curriculum is designed and benchmarked to Washington State learning standards, and may be offered during the school year or summer.

Bring us to your classroom! DigiPen can offer a variety of programs to fit your needs. Whether you want to learn to teach our programs, are looking to bring us in to teach your class a concept, or want to offer an elementary after-school program, we are always excited to bring knowledge to new students. Contact us today!

For more information or to host a program, contact the DigiPen Academy Administration by email at academy@digipen.edu or by phone at (425) 629-5007.