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Qualification details

CUA51520 - Diploma of Professional Dance (Elite Performance) (Release 2)

Summary

Usage recommendation:
Current
Mapping:
MappingNotesDate
Supersedes CUA50113 - Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance) 15/Apr/2021

Release Status:
Current
Releases:
ReleaseRelease date
2 (this release) 19/Oct/2022
(View details for release 1) 16/Apr/2021


Classifications

SchemeCodeClassification value
ANZSCO Identifier 211112 Dancer Or Choreographer 
ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier 1001 Performing Arts 
Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier 421 Diploma 
Taxonomy - Industry Sector N/A Dance 
Taxonomy - Occupation N/A Dancer (Pre-professional Level) 

Classification history

SchemeCodeClassification valueStart dateEnd date
ANZSCO Identifier 211112 Dancer Or Choreographer 15/Jun/2021 
ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier 1001 Performing Arts 15/Jun/2021 
Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier 421 Diploma 16/Apr/2021 
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Modification History

Release 

Comments 

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:

  • CUADES523 Design virtual and hybrid events
  • CUABRT502 Manage and operate technical requirements for virtual and hybrid events
  • CUABRT415 Provide technical support during virtual and hybrid events
  • CUAMWB403 Prepare to work with confronting material and processes in the creative industries.

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