UMA Examiner Certification
— Become a Standard-Setter and Guardian of Music Education
In today’s rapidly evolving landscape of global music education, the establishment of consistent standards and the selection of qualified evaluators are more vital than ever. The UMA Examiner Certification is a professional credential designed for music educators with strong academic backgrounds and a deep sense of responsibility.
✅ Why This Certification Matters
UMA Examiners are more than just evaluators — they are guardians of educational quality. They represent UMA in official assessments, competitions, and faculty evaluations, ensuring consistency, fairness, and professionalism across the globe.
Earning the UMA Examiner Certification means you possess internationally recognized judgment and stand among the top-tier talents in the global music education system.
Certified UMA Examiners Receive:
Official UMA Examiner Certificate & Unique ID
Your identity as a global examiner is verifiable and publicly listed on the UMA website.
Authority to Conduct Video Evaluations & Online Exams
Participate in online performance assessments and adjudicate music competitions worldwide.
Priority Access to Major UMA Events
Including masterclass evaluations, national finals, and global forums.
Dedicated Examiner Profile Page
Showcase your areas of expertise, teaching strengths, and representative works to enhance your public influence.
Review Fees and UMA Points Rewards
Every evaluation task comes with remuneration and UMA points, which can be used to redeem exclusive services and resources.
Eligibility Requirements
(Applicants must meet at least 3 of the following criteria)
University or conservatory-level music faculty
Recognized contributors in the music industry
UMA Points ≥ 10,000
Experience guiding students to win awards in exams/competitions or having served as a judge in international events
Bachelor's degree or above in music
Over 5 years of music teaching experience
Global Demand and Value of UMA Examiners
In the current international music education market, certified examiners capable of independent, remote evaluation are in extremely short supply:
On average, there is only 1 certified examiner per 300 examinees globally
The rise of online assessments, international competitions, and academic certifications has made trained, credible examiners more essential than ever
UMA’s global certification system urgently requires professional, responsible, and experienced educators to participate in standard setting
Holding the UMA Examiner Certification is not only a personal honor, but a passport to becoming a recognized evaluator in the global music education ecosystem.
How to Apply
Register a UMA account and log into the system
Select “UMA Examiner” certification
Submit your teaching resume, video samples, and student achievements
Complete online examiner training and testing (if required)
Receive your official certificate and ID, and begin participating in evaluations
Certification Fee
UMA Examiner Certification: USD $690
(Includes application review, training sessions, and examiner credential activation)
UMA Examiners — Trusted to Shape the Future of Music Education
To become a UMA Examiner is to earn professional recognition — and to gain the authority to influence the future direction of global music education.
If you are passionate about teaching, skilled in recognizing talent, and ready to stand at the forefront of educational excellence,
we welcome you to join the ranks of UMA Examiners.
