This qualification allows learners to develop basic skills and knowledge to prepare for work in the live performance industry. The range of dance techniques associated with this qualification is limited.
Job roles
There are no specific employment outcomes at this level.
Total number of units = 6
3 core units plus
3 elective units
The elective units consist of:
1 unit from Group A
of the remaining units:
up to 2 may be from Group A and/or B
1 may be from a Certificate I in any endorsed Training Package or accredited course
1 may be from a Certificate I or II in any endorsed Training Package.
The elective units chosen must be relevant to the work outcome and meet local industry needs.
Core units
CUADAN101A Develop foundation dance techniques
CUAOHS101A Follow basic safe dance practices
CUEIND01D Source and apply entertainment industry knowledge
Group A elective units
Dance
CUADAN102A Develop foundation ballet dance technique
CUADAN103A Develop foundation jazz dance technique
CUADAN104A Develop foundation tap dance technique
CUADAN105A Develop foundation street dance technique
CUADAN106A Develop foundation cultural dance technique
Group B elective units
Cross-industry
BSBCRT101A Apply critical thinking techniques
BSBLED101A Plan skills development
CUVATS101A Develop understanding of own Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander identity
HLTFA201A Provide basic emergency life support
ICAICT101A Operate a personal computer
Evidence of some dance skills may be reflected in grades achieved in different dance styles through dance societies that run examinations linked to certification levels. It is recommended that registered training organisations (RTOs) liaise with relevant dance societies to determine certification level equivalence.
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
There is no direct link between this qualification and licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements.
The following table contains a summary of the employability skills required by the creative industries for this qualification. The employability skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options. This table is a summary of employability skills that are typical of this qualification and should not be interpreted as definitive.
Employability skill | Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification |
Communication | discussing aspects of exercises and dance techniques with colleagues and teachers interpreting instructions for specific tasks responding appropriately to constructive feedback on own skill development |
Teamwork | working cooperatively with others in a learning environment and in dance performances |
Problem-solving | maintaining concentration when practising and performing |
Initiative and enterprise | developing an attitude towards work and learning that involves asking questions communicating the mood of a dance sequence to spectators moving in line with the mood, rhythm, style and tempo of music |
Planning and organising | performing routine tasks in a logical sequence |
Self-management | dressing appropriately for classes following safe dance practices to prevent injury to self and others |
Learning | keeping up-to-date with developments in relevant industry sector planning a learning or career pathway developing dance techniques |
Technology | using the internet to access industry information |