Qualification Outline
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Advanced Diploma of Professional Dance (Elite Performance)
Advanced Diploma of Professional Dance (Elite Performance)
CUA60120
BGV7
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 19/10/2022 | Current | Approved |
| 2.00 | 09/07/2021 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of dancers with the technique and talent required to work in professional dance companies, as well as commercial or competition settings. At this level, individuals are expected to apply wide-ranging, highly specialised technical, creative and conceptual skills to express ideas and perspectives required for chosen dance styles. They have autonomy in performing complex operations and can be expected to apply initiative and judgement in planning, design, and technical or management functions.
The job roles that relate to this qualification may include professional dancer.
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.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = eighteen (18)- Four (4) core units plus
- Fourteen (14) elective units, of which:
- at least six (6) must be from Group A
- of the remaining elective units:
- all may be from Group A and/or Group B
- up to three (3) may be from this or any other currently endorsed Diploma 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.
1. Core Units
All four (4) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODD33 | CUAWHS611 | Apply advanced gym and weight training to dance | 65 | Unit of competency |
| ODD32 | CUAWHS612 | Develop strategies for maintaining resilience in a competitive environment | 50 | Unit of competency |
| ODH04 | CUADAN631 | Perform dance repertoire at a professional level | 120 | Unit of competency |
| ODH75 | CUADAN531 | Refine dance techniques | 90 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A – Dance Skills Elective Units
At least six (6) units must be chosen from Group A elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B - General Elective Units
Up to eight (8) units may be selected from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J707 | CUA60113 | Advanced Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance) | Qualification |
No information
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 5 or above.
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