Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 4:24 AM AWST
Whilst all efforts are made to provide accurate and timely information from the relevant source/documentation, please be aware that the information supplied may not be the most current version. The accuracy of the detail has not been confirmed by the Department and therefore should not be relied upon without first confirming the contents.
Certificate IV in Dance
Certificate IV in Dance
CUA40120
BGT6
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 13/08/2025 | Current | Approved |
| 2.00 | 19/10/2022 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 16/04/2021 | 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 different sources in relation to dance practices. They may provide leadership and guidance to others and have limited responsibility for the output of others.
The job roles that relate to this qualification may include ensemble dancer, dancer or choreographer.
There are 0 minimum work placement hours required for this unit.
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 = Thirteen (13)- Six (6) core units plus
- Seven (7) elective units, of which:
- At least four (4) elective units must be selected from Group A
- Of the remaining elective units:
- All may be selected from Group A and/or Group B
- up to two (2) elective units may be selected from this or any other currently endorsed Certificate IV or above training package qualification or accredited course
- one (1) elective unit may be selected from this or any other currently endorsed Certificate III 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
These units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODD46 | CUAWHS411 | Apply movement and behavioural principles to conditioning | 60 | Unit of competency |
| ODE26 | CUADAN313 | Develop and apply dance partnering techniques | 60 | Unit of competency |
| ODE48 | CUACHR413 | Develop choreography skills | 40 | Unit of competency |
| ODF17 | CUADAN417 | Develop expertise in dance performance techniques | 65 | Unit of competency |
| ODF71 | CUAPRF414 | Develop movement skills for performance | 50 | Unit of competency |
| ODG19 | CUAPRF415 | Rehearse for performances | 60 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units: Group A - Dance Skills
At least four (4) elective units must be selected from Group A.
3. Elective Units: Group B - Other
Up to three (3) elective units can be selected from Group B.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J697 | CUA40113 | Certificate IV in Dance | 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 3 or above.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships