CUA30120

Certificate III in Dance

Students: Age 14+

Pre-requisites: 3+ years of dance experience and must be attending 3 genres a week

Duration: 45 weeks

The Certificate III in Dance offers a holistic approach to dance education, blending practical training with theoretical knowledge and career exploration. By beginning with body conditioning and emphasising self-care through strength and flexibility, students are equipped with essential tools for a sustainable dance future. A focus on career paths and self-awareness helps students envision their future in the dance industry, fostering a sense of purpose and direction. 

Program overview: 

  • Duration 45 weeks 

  • Weekly commitment: 2 hour online session + minimum 3 hours of studio dance classes 

  • Aimed at expanding a dancer’s skills, to further their training and work on projects in a team

  • Enhance choreographic skills, planning a career in the dance industry, safe dance practice and confidence 

  • Students study up to 3 genres per week of their choice ideal for validating general dance studio participation and exploring various dance genres 

  • For students wishing to add credibility to their resume (and in some States earn points or credits towards their Year 12 certificate) while using their studio hours to achieve their certificate 

Course highlights:

  • Participate in dance classes across various genres including classical, ballet, street dance, contemporary, lyrical, acro, jazz, tap and musical theatre 

  • Manage a project within a team, designing a film clip or self-directed project

  • Learn choreography basics to create polished dance pieces for public performance 

  • Develop industry-ready tools including a resume, showreel and skills in costume and makeup design

Assessment: 

Assessment types vary for each unit and include practical participation in technique classes, performances, knowledge papers, journals, folios, short written reports, interviews, diagrams and student-based projects