CUA60111 - Advanced Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance)
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
CUADAN601A Perform dance repertoire at a professional level
CUADAN603A Extend ballet technique to a professional level
CUADAN604A Extend ballet performance skills to a professional level
CUADAN607A Extend contemporary dance technique to a professional level
CUADAN608A Extend contemporary dance performance skills to a professional level
CUAOHS602A Develop techniques for maintaining resilience in a competitive environment
CUVPRP502A Prepare for sustainable professional practice
Group A elective units
Choreography
CUACHR601A Create choreography for stage and screen
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.
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