Release 

Comments 

Release 2

This version released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0. Updated application and assessment conditions sections. Updated modification history section to reflect changed name of training package.

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 1.0.

Elements 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria 

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Analyse and interpret the Pre Primary, Primary and Grade 1 syllabus

1.1 Demonstrate understanding of the syllabus at the individual grade levels

1.2 Analyse syllabus requirements for barre work for the appropriate level

1.3 Identify the technical requirements  required at each level

1.4 Interpret the syllabus requirements for improvisation at appropriate level

1.5 Analyse syllabus requirements for studies  at appropriate level

2. Design warm-up exercises

2.1 Design aerobic warm-up exercises

2.2 Demonstrate a range of stretches appropriate for the specific level

2.3 Design and deliver exercises that stretch and flex the feet 

3. Demonstrate and deliver Pre Primary, Primary and Grade 1-specific exercises

3.1 Demonstrate range of travelling movements  appropriate for the specific level

3.2 Monitor quality of ballon and footwork

3.3 Analyse line and quality of position

3.4 Monitor students’ control through body and legs

3.5 Encourage in students a sense of enjoyment and confidence in movement

3.6 Identify faults and suggest corrective exercises

4. Teach students to perform level-specific enchaînements

4.1 Demonstrate a combination of exercises to create a series of steps, or enchaînements, specific to the syllabus level

4.2 Perform enchaînements to music as specified in the syllabus

4.3 Encourage a sense of performance, timing, musicality and artistry

4.4 Give positive feedback on rhythm, quality and coordination of movement

5. Prepare students for Pre Primary, Primary and Grade 1 examination

5.1 Explain examination requirements to students

5.2 Break down the class into sections that reflect the methods used in the exam

5.3 Practise a range of positions and movements consistent with the syllabus

5.4 Conduct and document a pre-examination checklist

Skill 

Performance Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5

• Obtains information from written sources

Oral communication

2.2, 3.1, 3.5, 3.6, 4.1, 4.3, 4.4, 5.1

• Obtains information by listening and questioning
• Uses clear language and correct industry terminology to contribute information and express requirements

Navigate the world of work

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4

• Applies organisational procedures when teaching the Cecchetti Ballet method and meets expectations associated with own role

Interact with others

2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.5, 3.6, 4.1, 4.3, 4.4, 5.1

• Builds rapport with and motivates students
• Shows respect for the values and aspirations of students when providing feedback on skill development

Get the work done

2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4

• Adopts a methodical and logical approach to the process of preparing for and conducting dance classes
• Facilitates the learning of others through competent delivery of dance classes
• Monitors and adjusts teaching to meet group or individual requirements

Technical requirements  must include:

• appropriate posture established and maintained
• ability to establish and sustain appropriate degree of turnout
• ability to sustain stretched legs and feet
• centring of the body to be sustained during:

• transfer of weight shown with ease
• hand movements with eye focus
• arm movements
• arabesques
• pirouette.

Studies  must include:

• Playing 6/8
• Friends 3/4
• Going Riding 6/8
• The Road to Oz 2/4
• Oom Pah Pah 3/4
• Umbrella dance 6/8
• Directions 6/8
• Lyrical 3/4.

Exercises that stretch and flex the feet  must include:

• foot articulation
• rises in parallel extending as high as possible on ¾ pointe.

Travelling movements  must include:

• walks on demi pointe
• skips
• sautes
• pony canters
• ballet runs
• galops
• spring points.

Code and title  

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

CUADTM408 Teach Cecchetti Ballet method at introductory level (Release 2)

CUADTM408 Teach Cecchetti Ballet method at introductory level (Release 1)

Updated application and assessment conditions sections. Updated modification history section to reflect changed name of training package.

Equivalent unit

Release 

Comments 

Release 2

This version released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0. Updated application and assessment conditions sections. Updated modification history section to reflect changed name of training package.

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 1.0.