Advanced Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance)

This qualification reflects the role of dancers who have the necessary technique and talent to work in professional dance companies. At this level individuals are expected to apply wide-ranging, highly specialised technical, creative and conceptual skills to express ideas and perspectives. They have autonomy in performing complex operations and can be expected to apply initiative and judgement in planning, design, and technical or management functions.

Job roles

Possible job title relevant to this qualification includes:

dancer at professional level in any genre.


Subjects

Total number of units = 18

7 core units plus

11 elective units

The elective units consist of:

5 units from Group A

of the remaining units:

up to 6 may be from Group A and/or B

up to 3 may be from a Diploma or Advanced Diploma in any endorsed Training Package or accredited course.

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

Core units

add topic CUADAN601A Perform dance repertoire at a professional level

add topic CUADAN603A Extend ballet technique to a professional level

add topic CUADAN604A Extend ballet performance skills to a professional level

add topic CUADAN607A Extend contemporary dance technique to a professional level

add topic CUADAN608A Extend contemporary dance performance skills to a professional level

add topic CUAOHS602A Develop techniques for maintaining resilience in a competitive environment

add topic CUVPRP502A Prepare for sustainable professional practice

Group A elective units

Choreography

add topic CUACHR601A Create choreography for stage and screen

add topic CUACHR602A Develop skills in dance notation

Dance

add topic CUADAN602A Perform advanced classical ballet technique

add topic CUADAN605A Perform pas de deux at a professional level

add topic CUADAN606A Extend pointe work techniques to a professional level

add topic CUADAN609A Extend cultural dance performance skills to a professional level

add topic CUADAN610A Extend allied contemporary dance techniques at a professional level

add topic CUADAN611A Perform virtuoso contemporary dance technique

Industry context

add topic CUAIND601A Work professionally in the creative arts industry

Occupational health and safety/safe dance

add topic CUAOHS601A Apply advanced gym and weight training to ballet

Research

add topic CUARES601A Research and apply concepts of live performance practice

Cross-industry

add topic CUSMPF602A Manage stagecraft aspects of performances

Group B elective units

Dance

add topic CUADAN507A Refine dance partnering techniques

add topic CUADAN508A Develop expertise in allied contemporary dance techniques

add topic CUADAN509A Refine pointe work techniques

Dance literacy

add topic CUAWRT501A Write about dance

Dance teaching

add topic CUADTM401A Plan and organise dance classes

Occupational health and safety/safe dance

add topic CUAOHS501A Maintain a high level of fitness for performance

Other performance genres

add topic CUAPRF402A Develop conceptual and expressive skills as a performer

add topic CUAPRF501A Refine performance skills

add topic CUAPRF502A Apply theatrical make-up

add topic CUAPRF503A Prepare for and perform in a competitive environment

Research

add topic CUARES501A Refine conceptual understanding of dance

Cross-industry

add topic CUFCMP501A Manage and exploit copyright arrangements

add topic CUSFIM501A Secure funding for projects

add topic CUVRES502A Analyse cultural history and theory

Selecting electives for different outcomes

The following example is designed to assist in the selection of appropriate electives for particular outcomes at this level, but it is in no way prescriptive.

Ballet dancer (professional level)

Core units plus:

add topic CUADAN507A Refine dance partnering techniques

add topic CUADAN602A Perform advanced classical ballet technique

add topic CUADAN605A Perform pas de deux at a professional level

add topic CUADAN606A Extend pointe work techniques to a professional level (female dancers)

or:

add topic CUAOHS601A Apply advanced gym and weight training to ballet (male dancers)

add topic CUADAN609A Extend cultural dance performance skills to a professional level

add topic CUAIND601A Work professionally in the creative arts industry

add topic CUAPRF502A Apply theatrical make-up

add topic CUAPRF503A Prepare for and perform in a competitive environment

add topic CUARES501A Refine conceptual understanding of dance

add topic CUARES601A Research and apply concepts of live performance practice

add topic CUVRES502A Analyse cultural history and theory


Pathways...

    Candidates entering this qualification could be expected to demonstrate dance expertise through extensive vocational experience or 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.


Entry Requirements

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


Licensing Information

There is no direct link between this qualification and licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements.


Employability Skills

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 issues associated with maintaining resilience in a competitive environment

sharing industry information with colleagues and peers

articulating and debating complex concepts, including performance ideas with peers

communicating effectively and constructively with people from different cultural backgrounds and with differing abilities

researching information to enhance own practice

demonstrating high level interpersonal skills

responding positively to constructive feedback

developing and maintaining effective networks with professional artists and companies

reading and understanding a range of complex information related to working at a professional level in the creative arts industry

Teamwork

working effectively in a team environment

working collaboratively as part of an ensemble

working creatively with individual differences

working constructively with group dynamics

Problem-solving

dealing with complex concepts and theories of creativity

analysing appropriate musical elements within compositions or performances

adjusting to constraints and limitations

applying psychological theories to improve own performance

Initiative and enterprise

dancing with artistry and assurance

communicating mood, style and grace through dance

interpreting creative work from written notation

developing lateral solutions for coping with performance anxiety

thinking laterally about how own skills and knowledge can be applied in a work context

demonstrating originality and innovative approaches to the performance and interpretation of dance for self and others

empathising with the creative work of composers and performers

Planning and organising

monitoring own work and introducing strategies to improve performance

working within established timeframes to achieve planned outcomes

planning practice to improve own dance technique

demonstrating punctuality in all work commitments

using time-management strategies to set priorities

preparing a personal CV and supporting material

Self-management

developing and substantiating own views and ideas

extending performance boundaries for self and audience in area of specialisation

matching work commitments to best career outcome

identifying own knowledge and information needs

Learning

developing high level dance technique

identifying opportunities to maintain and enhance industry knowledge

seeking feedback on performance from colleagues and mentors and integrating constructive advice into strategies for improving technique

discerning and listening to advice of colleagues, experts and audience groups to adjust work in line with career direction

viewing recordings of own performances to continuously evaluate and improve performance

observing cultural protocols appropriate to the genre or area of specialisation

Technology

accessing and downloading industry information from the internet

using the internet as a self-promotional tool

using word processing tools proficiently