Modification History
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Release 2 |
This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package Version 6.0. Minor change to add the following units of competency in the elective unit list:
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Release 1 |
This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package Version 5.0. |
Qualification Description
This qualification reflects the role of dancers working or aspiring to work in professional dance companies. At this level individuals are expected to apply theory and creative skills in different situations and to display initiative and judgement in planning activities. They have autonomy in performing complex technical operations and can be responsible for planning, coordinating and evaluating the work of others within broad but generally well-defined parameters.
The job roles that relate to this qualification may include dancer (pre-professional level).
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification considerations
Qualification
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Units of competency in qualification
Some individual units of competency may have their own licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Users must check individual units of competency for licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements relevant to that unit.
Entry Requirements
Individuals must complete an audition or provide another form of evidence which demonstrates their competence in at least one dance style equivalent to Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level 4 or above.
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 17
7 core units plus
10 elective units , of which:
- at least 4 must be from Group A
- of the remaining elective units:
- all may be from Group A and/or Group B
- up to 3 may be from this or any other currently endorsed Diploma or above training package qualification or accredited course
- 1 may be from this or any other currently endorsed Certificate IV or above training package qualification or accredited course.
Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the overall integrity of the AQF alignment, not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification, and contribute to a valid industry-supported vocational outcome.
Core units
CUADAN517 Refine dance partnering techniques
CUADAN531 Refine dance techniques
CUAPPR512 Develop sustainability of own professional practice
CUAPRF511 Refine performance techniques
CUAPRF513 Prepare for and perform in competitive environments
CUAWHS413 Incorporate anatomy principles into skill development
CUAWHS511 Maintain a high level of fitness for performance
Elective units
Group A – Dance techniques
CUADAN511 Refine ballet techniques
CUADAN512 Refine ballet performance skills
CUADAN513 Perform repertoire for corps de ballet
CUADAN514 Perform ballet solo variations
CUADAN515 Refine contemporary dance techniques
CUADAN516 Refine cultural dance techniques
CUADAN518 Develop expertise in allied contemporary dance techniques
CUADAN519 Refine pointe work techniques
CUADAN520 Refine street dance techniques
Group B - General
BSBCRT412 Articulate, present and debate ideas
BSBCRT512 Originate and develop concepts
CUAACT411 Use acting techniques in performance
CUABRT415 Provide technical support during virtual and hybrid events
CUABRT502 Manage and operate technical requirements for virtual and hybrid events
CUACHR411 Create and perform dance pieces
CUACHR413 Develop choreography skills
CUACHR511 Create and perform complex dance pieces
CUADAN432 Improvise advanced dance sequences
CUADES523 Design virtual and hybrid events
CUADLT411 Document dance
CUADLT412 Explore the relationship between music and dance
CUADTM413 Apply safe dance teaching methods
CUADTM431 Design and conduct dance learning program
CUAFIM511 Source funding for projects
CUAIND411 Extend expertise in specialist creative fields
CUAIND412 Provide freelance services
CUAMUP511 Apply theatrical make-up and hairstyles
CUAMWB403 Prepare to work with confronting material and processes in the creative industries
CUAPRF412 Develop conceptual and expressive skills as a performer
CUAPRF420 Develop on-camera performance skills
CUARES501 Refine conceptual understanding of dance
CUARES503 Analyse cultural history and theory
CUAWHS406 Interact appropriately with children in performing arts environments
CUAWHS411 Apply movement and behavioural principles to conditioning
CUAWHS412 Participate in gym and resistance training for performances
CUAWRT501 Write about dance
Qualification Mapping Information
No equivalent qualification. Supersedes and is not equivalent to CUA50113 Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance).
Links
Companion Volume Implementation Guide is found on VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=1db201d9-4006-4430-839f-382ef6b803d5