Teach Cecchetti Ballet method at introductory level

Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
22/07/2026 10:28 AM AWST

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Unit of competency

National Code
CUADTM408

State Code
WI096

TGA Status
Replaced

DTWD Status
Replaced

Current Release Number
2.00

Current Release Date
15/01/2016

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State Implementation and Classification

Approved Date

16/05/2014

Field of Education

070199 - Teacher Education, N.e.c.

Original Release Date

16/05/2014

Nominal Hours

Description

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to teach Cecchetti Ballet classes at the Pre Primary, Primary and Grade 1 levels and progression through the levels. These levels have been clustered to reflect the physical and mental development of students through early childhood, specifically ages 4 to 6.Persons wishing to gain a full qualification in Cecchetti Ballet Australia Inc. apply the skills and knowledge in this unit, which is part of a three-year apprenticeship using self-assessment and liaison with a mentor. External studies, including anatomy, childhood development, musicology, first aid and business studies, are also undertaken during the apprenticeship. The knowledge gained from these external studies is applied to the development of lesson plans and delivery, student assessments and the daily running of a ballet school.This unit was developed by Cecchetti Ballet Australia Inc. and is reproduced with permission in the CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package. Registered training organisations wishing to deliver this unit must be licensed to do so by Cecchetti Ballet Australia Inc.

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Analyse and interpret the Pre Primary, Primary and Grade 1 syllabus

1.1 Demonstrate understanding of the syllabus at the individual grade levels
1.2 Analyse syllabus requirements for barre work for the appropriate level
1.3 Identify the technical requirements required at each level
1.4 Interpret the syllabus requirements for improvisation at appropriate level
1.5 Analyse syllabus requirements for studies at appropriate level

2. Design warm-up exercises

2.1 Design aerobic warm-up exercises
2.2 Demonstrate a range of stretches appropriate for the specific level
2.3 Design and deliver exercises that stretch and flex the feet

3. Demonstrate and deliver Pre Primary, Primary and Grade 1-specific exercises

3.1 Demonstrate range of travelling movements appropriate for the specific level
3.2 Monitor quality of ballon and footwork
3.3 Analyse line and quality of position
3.4 Monitor students’ control through body and legs
3.5 Encourage in students a sense of enjoyment and confidence in movement
3.6 Identify faults and suggest corrective exercises

4. Teach students to perform level-specific enchaînements

4.1 Demonstrate a combination of exercises to create a series of steps, or enchaînements, specific to the syllabus level
4.2 Perform enchaînements to music as specified in the syllabus
4.3 Encourage a sense of performance, timing, musicality and artistry
4.4 Give positive feedback on rhythm, quality and coordination of movement

5. Prepare students for Pre Primary, Primary and Grade 1 examination

5.1 Explain examination requirements to students
5.2 Break down the class into sections that reflect the methods used in the exam
5.3 Practise a range of positions and movements consistent with the syllabus
5.4 Conduct and document a pre-examination checklist

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Replaced By

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
ODG92	CUADTM418	Teach ballet at introductory level	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
J699	CUA40313	Certificate IV in Dance Teaching and Management	Qualification