Subjects

Total number of units = 13

6 core units plus

7 elective units, of which:

a minimum of 3 units must be from Group A

of the remaining units:

up to 4 units may be from Group A and/or Group B

up to 2 units may be from an accredited course or any currently endorsed Training Package qualification at Certificate III level

up to 1 unit may be from an accredited course or any currently endorsed Training Package qualification at Certificate II or IV level.

The elective units chosen must be relevant to the work outcome and meet local industry needs.

Core units

add topic CUACHR301 Develop basic dance composition skills

add topic CUADAN202 Incorporate artistic expression into basic dance performances

add topic CUADAN301 Integrate rhythm in dance or movement technique

add topic CUAIND301 Work effectively in the creative arts industry

add topic CUAPRF307 Develop performance techniques

add topic CUAWHS301 Condition the body for dance performance

Elective units

Group A

add topic CUACIR301 Perform basic on-ground acrobatic techniques

add topic CUADAN302 Increase depth of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander dance technique

add topic CUADAN303 Develop dance partnering technique

add topic CUADAN304 Develop dance improvisation skills

add topic CUADAN305 Increase depth of jazz dance technique

add topic CUADAN306 Increase depth of ballet dance technique

add topic CUADAN307 Increase depth of cultural dance technique

add topic CUADAN308 Increase depth of contemporary dance technique

add topic CUADAN309 Increase depth of street dance technique

add topic CUADAN310 Increase depth of social dance technique

add topic CUADAN311 Increase depth of tap dance technique

add topic CUADLT301 Develop basic dance analysis skills

add topic CUAIND302 Develop and maintain relationships with Indigenous Australian performance mentors

add topic CUAPRF304 Develop audition techniques

add topic CUAPRF305 Perform in ways that respect customary law, ethics and traditions

add topic CUAPRF306 Develop musical theatre techniques

add topic CUARES301 Apply knowledge of history and theory to own arts practice

Group B

add topic BSBDIV301 Work effectively with diversity

add topic BSBSUS401 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

add topic BSBWOR201 Manage personal stress in the workplace

add topic BSBWOR203 Work effectively with others

add topic CUAATS303 Develop and apply knowledge of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultural arts

add topic CUACMP301 Implement copyright arrangements

add topic CUACOS304 Develop and apply knowledge of costume

add topic CUADTM301 Assist with dance teaching

add topic CUAIND304 Plan a career in the creative arts industry

add topic CUAMLT301 Develop and apply aural-perception skills

add topic CUAMUP301 Prepare personal appearance for performances

add topic CUAPPM301 Assist with designing performance spaces

add topic CUASTA301 Assist with production operations for live performances

add topic CUAWHS201 Develop a basic level of physical condition for dance performance

add topic HLTAID003 Provide first aid

add topic SISCCRO302A Apply legal and ethical instructional skills


Entry Requirements

An audition or other form of evidence where the candidate demonstrates competence in at least one dance style at Certificate II level.