Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Costume for Performance
Certificate IV in Costume for Performance
CUF40507
D199
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 11/11/2010 | Current | Approved |
Description
Descriptor
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who use well-developed skills and a broad knowledge base in a wide variety of contexts in the creation and maintenance of costumes for productions or events in the film, television and entertainment industries. They apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems, and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They may provide leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.
Job roles
Costume assistant
Costume maker.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = twelve (12)- four (4) core units
- five (5) Group A units
- three (3) elective units
One (1) elective unit must be selected from the Group A units and/or Group B units listed.
The remaining two (2) elective units may be selected from the Group A and/or Group B units listed any endorsed Training Package or accredited course at the same qualification level.
Electives must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and the qualification level.
1. Core Units
All four units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D1098 | CUFCOS402A | Construct costume components | 80 | Unit of competency |
| D2954 | CUSOHS301A | Follow occupational health and safety procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D1097 | CUFCOS401A | Make costumes | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D4356 | CUFIND403B | Work effectively in a costume studio | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Specialist Elective Units
At least five (5) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D1634 | CUECOS02C | Apply art finishing | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D1099 | CUFCOS403A | Construct blocks for period costumes | 80 | Unit of competency |
| D1640 | CUECOS14B | Construct hard and soft sculptured costume accessories | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D1641 | CUECOS15B | Construct hard and soft sculptured specialised costumes | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D1100 | CUFCOS404A | Cut and drape costumes | 80 | Unit of competency |
| D1617 | CUECOS302A | Dress performers | 25 | Unit of competency |
| D1096 | CUFCOS301A | Maintain costume continuity | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D1638 | CUECOS12B | Make costumes for dance and physical theatre | 80 | Unit of competency |
| D1618 | CUECOS303A | Modify, repair and maintain costumes | 30 | Unit of competency |
3. Elective Units
Up to three (3) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C404 | CUF40101 | Certificate IV in Costume | Qualification |
| C677 | CUE40203 | Certificate IV in Costume for Performance | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZO0 | CUA40415 | Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
