Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Dance
Certificate IV in Dance
CUA40113
J697
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 20/12/2018 | Current | Approved |
| 3.00 | 02/11/2017 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 15/01/2016 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 21/11/2013 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in a wide variety of dance performance contexts. 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 and have limited responsibility for the output of others.
Licensing/regulatory information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
^ From 1 July 2022 the elective unit HLTAID003 must no longer be delivered and will be replaced in the Packaging Rules by the unit HLTAID011 - for more information see: https://asqa.gov.au/news-events/news/reminder-about-superseded-hlt-first-aid-units
Schedule
Packaging Rules
ENTRY REQUIREMENTSAn audition or other form of evidence where the candidate demonstrates competence in at least one dance style at Certificate III level.
PACKAGING RULES
Total number of units = fourteen (14)
- seven (7) core units plus
- seven (7) elective units, of which:
- a minimum of four (4) units must be from Group A
- of the remaining units:
- up to three (3) units may be from Group A and/or Group B
- up to two (2) units may be from an accredited course or any currently endorsed Training Package qualification at Certificate IV level
- up to one (1) unit may be from an accredited course or any currently endorsed Training Package qualification at Certificate III or Diploma level.
The elective units chosen must be relevant to the work outcome and meet local industry needs.
1. Core Units
All seven (7) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WI240 | CUAWHS401 | Apply movement and behavioural principles to physical conditioning | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WI009 | CUACHR403 | Develop choreography skills | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WI043 | CUADAN303 | Develop dance partnering techniques | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WI057 | CUADAN407 | Develop expertise in dance performance technique | 70 | Unit of competency |
| AWH28 | CUAPPR404 | Develop self as artist | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WI155 | CUAPRF404 | Refine movement skills for performance | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WI156 | CUAPRF405 | Rehearse technique for performance | 60 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
A minimum of four (4) units must be from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B Elective Units
Of the remaining units, up to three (3) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| D783 | CUA40111 | Certificate IV in Dance | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGT6 | CUA40120 | Certificate IV in Dance | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
An audition or other form of evidence where the candidate demonstrates competence in at least one dance style at Certificate III level.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships