Subjects

Total number of units = 16

6 core units plus

10 elective units, of which:

a minimum of 5 units must be from Group A

of the remaining units:

up to 5 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 Diploma level

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

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

Core units

add topic CUAIND402 Provide freelance services

add topic CUAMPF407 Develop vocal techniques

add topic CUAPRF501 Refine performance techniques

add topic CUAPRF503 Prepare for performances in a competitive environment

add topic CUAPRF504 Refine musical theatre techniques

add topic CUAWHS501 Maintain a high level of fitness for performance

Elective units

Group A

add topic BSBCRT501 Originate and develop concepts

add topic BSBPMG522 Undertake project work

add topic CUACHR501 Create and perform complex dance pieces

add topic CUACMP501 Manage copyright arrangements

add topic CUADAN505 Refine contemporary dance technique

add topic CUADAN507 Refine dance partnering techniques

add topic CUADRT501 Direct rehearsals of performers

add topic CUAIND501 Apply music industry knowledge

add topic CUAMLT501 Refine aural perception skills

add topic CUAMPF502 Incorporate interactive technology into performance

add topic CUAMPF503 Perform accompaniment

add topic CUAMPF504 Perform improvisation for audiences

add topic CUAMPF505 Develop technical skills and expand repertoire

add topic CUAMPF602 Manage stagecraft aspects of performances

add topic CUAMUP501 Apply theatrical make-up and hairstyles

add topic CUAPPM412 Organise and facilitate rehearsals

add topic CUAPPM501 Manage small-scale live productions

add topic CUAPPR502 Develop own sustainable professional practice

add topic CUAPRF601 Extend musical theatre performance techniques to a professional level

add topic CUARES501 Refine conceptual understanding of dance

add topic CUAWHS403 Incorporate anatomy and nutrition principles into skill development

add topic CUAWRT501 Write about dance

add topic CUAWRT502 Develop storylines and treatments

add topic CUAWRT503 Write about music

Group B

add topic BSBCMM401 Make a presentation

add topic BSBCRT401 Articulate, present and debate ideas

add topic BSBPUR402 Negotiate contracts

add topic CUAACT401 Use a range of acting techniques in performance

add topic CUAACT402 Develop acting techniques for musical theatre

add topic CUAACT403 Develop comedy techniques for musical theatre

add topic CUAACT404 Develop specialist acting techniques for musical theatre repertoire

add topic CUACHR401 Create and perform dance pieces

add topic CUACIR401 Develop acrobatic techniques for theatrical performances

add topic CUADAN402 Improvise advanced dance sequences

add topic CUADLT401 Document dance

add topic CUADLT402 Explore the relationship between music and dance

add topic CUAIND401 Extend expertise in specialist creative fields

add topic CUAMKG501 Manage the promotion of creative acts

add topic CUAMPF402 Develop and maintain stagecraft skills

add topic CUAMPF406 Perform music as a soloist

add topic CUAMPF410 Perform music from written notation

add topic CUAMPF605 Develop advanced vocal techniques

add topic CUAPRF402 Develop conceptual and expressive skills as a performer

add topic CUAPRF403 Use a range of performance techniques

add topic CUAPRF408 Perform solo in a musical theatre context

add topic CUAPRF409 Perform in a musical theatre ensemble

add topic CUAVOS401 Develop singing techniques for musical theatre

add topic CUAVOS402 Develop specialist singing techniques for musical theatre repertoire

add topic CUAVOS403 Develop vocal techniques for musical theatre

add topic CUAWHS401 Apply movement and behavioural principles to physical conditioning

add topic CUAWHS402 Participate in gym and weight training for performances

add topic CUAWHS404 Apply the Alexander technique in performance

add topic CUAWRT402 Write extended stories


Entry Requirements

An audition or other form of evidence where the candidate demonstrates competence in vocal, dance and/or acting skills at Certificate IV level.