CERTIFICATE III in DANCE
CUA30120
About
GWB Studios provides first class industry-linked performance training in classical ballet, contemporary, lyrical, jazz, tap and musical theatre.
Bridging the gap from performing arts education to the professional industry through big sister commercial producer GWB Entertainment (including Jagged Little Pill, An American in Paris, Girl from the North Country, West Side Story, Matilda, School of Rock and CATS) and extensive networks of Australian and International industry connections.
Our highly trained faculty and team of industry experts deliver the elite standard of training required for your artist to succeed in the industry and beyond.
Duration
1 year, part time
Qualification Description
A one year preparatory qualification that allows students to develop existing technical skills and knowledge to prepare for work in the live performance industry the dance industry and can be used as a pathway into further study options such as Certificate IV or Diploma qualification in Dance and/or Dance Teaching and Management.
Each area of study allows for the student to build resilience and knowledge required to achieve competency and develop their dance performance skills, combining a variety of practical performance and theory components.
Assessment is conducted by practical in class observations, rehearsals, performances, written assignments, in class activities and theory-based requirements.
Course Structure
5x Core Units and 8x Elective Units.
Core Units
CUACHR311 Develop basic dance composition skills
CUADAN331 Integrate rhythm into movement activities
CUAIND311 Work effectively in the creative arts industry
CUAPRF317 Develop performance techniques
CUAWHS311 Condition the body for dance performance
Elective units – Classical Stream
CUADAN316 Increase depth of ballet dance technique
CUADAN317 Increase depth of cultural dance technique OR CUADAN315 Increase depth of jazz dance technique
CUADAN318 Increase depth of contemporary dance technique
CUADAN322 Increase depth of lyrical dance techniques
CUADLT311 Develop basic analysis skills
CUADTM311 Assist with dance teaching
CUAMUP311 Prepare personal appearance for performances
CUACIR301 Perform basic on-ground acrobatic techniques
Elective Units – Musical Theatre Stream
CUADAN316 Increase depth of ballet dance technique
CUADAN315 Increase depth of jazz dance technique
CUADAN321 Increase depth of tap dance technique
CUACIR301 Perform basic on-ground acrobatic techniques
CUAPRF316 Develop basic musical theatre techniques
CUADTM311 Assist with dance teaching
CUAMUP311 Prepare personal appearance for performances
CUACHR412 Create short dance pieces
SACE Credits
Students who complete their Certificate III in Dance can achieve a maximum of 75 Stage 2 credits to put towards their SACE Certificate and 20 points towards their ATAR.
Contact Hours
3x weekly dance/technique classes over 12 months (Mon-Fri after-school hours and Saturdays)
1x theory class per week (time to be advised)
NB: Dance/Technique class times will vary depending upon skill level.
Pre-Requisites and Minimum Age
There are no pre-requisites, however applicants are required to attend a private audition in person demonstrating competence of at least one dance genre. Minimum age of 14 years or school year 10.
Tuition
The Certificate III in Dance is $1,650 + GST plus the cost of dance/technique classes throughout the 12-month period.
A non-refundable deposit of $500 is required upon acceptance to the course.
A term by term payment is offered.
CERTIFICATE IV in DANCE
CUA40120
About
GWB Studios provides first class industry-linked performance training in classical ballet, contemporary, lyrical, jazz, tap and musical theatre.
Bridging the gap from performing arts education to the professional industry through big sister commercial producer GWB Entertainment (including Jagged Little Pill, An American in Paris, Girl from the North Country, West Side Story, Matilda, School of Rock and CATS) and extensive networks of Australian and International industry connections.
Our highly trained faculty and team of industry experts deliver the elite standard of training required for your artist to succeed in the industry and beyond.
Duration
1 year
Qualification Description
This one-year course is designed to provide intensive training for students seeking to achieve a high level of competency in dance where students can choose to focus on any number of dance genres via elective opportunities.
With its personal approach, the Certificate IV course provides performing arts training in a supportive environment, offering classes including, but not limited to: Classical Ballet, Classical Variations, Jazz, Contemporary, Tap, Musical Theatre, Lyrical, Drama, Stretch & Strength, Conditioning and Core, Progressing Ballet Technique, Acrobatics and industry lectures to help enhance performance skills and career development.
Graduate of this course often consider auditioning for a Diploma of Dance as a means of furthering their training and professional development.
Course Structure
6x Core Units and 7x Elective Units.
Core Units
CUACHR413 Develop choreography skills
CUADAN313 Develop dance partnering techniques
CUADAN417 Develop expertise in dance performance technique
CUAPRF414 Develop movement skills for performance
CUAPRF415 Rehearse for performance
CUAWHS411 Apply movement and behavioural principles to physical conditioning
Classical Stream – Elective Units
CUADAN418 Develop expertise in ballet techniques
CUADAN419 Develop expertise in contemporary dance techniques
CUADAN421 Develop expertise in cultural dance techniques
CUADAN423 Develop expertise in lyrical dance techniques
CUADAN432 Improvise advanced dance sequences
CUAPPR414 Develop self as artist
CUAPRF314 Develop audition techniques
Musical Theatre Steam – Elective Units
CUADAN413 Develop expertise in jazz dance techniques
CUADAN420 Develop expertise in tap dance techniques
CUAPRF417 Develop expertise in musical theatre techniques
CUAPPR414 Develop self as artist
CUAPRF314 Develop audition techniques
CUAPRF408 Perform solo in a musical theatre context
CUAPRF409 Perform in a musical theatre ensemble
Contact Hours
Approximately 20 hours per week with training hours taking place between 4:00pm – 8:30pm Monday-Friday and Saturdays with exact hours and times dependent upon electives.
Pre-Requisites and Minimum Age
There are no pre-requisites, however applicants are required to attend a private audition in person demonstrating competence of at least one dance genre at a Certificate III level. Minimum age of 15 years.
SACE Credits
Students who complete their Certificate IV in Dance can achieve a maximum of 95 Stage 2 credits to put towards their SACE Certificate and 20 points towards their ATAR.
Tuition
The Certificate IV in Dance is $8,800 + GST which is paid as $4,400 per semester.
A non-refundable deposit of $1,000 + GST is required upon acceptance to the course.
Students have access to all GWB Studios general classes after hours at no additional cost (excluding privates and solo vocal coaching).
Funding
Students completing the Certificate IV in Dance have access to government funding of approx. $4000 towards the fees nominated above, should they have completed year 12. At the time of enrolment, registration for government funding is arranged.
Address
50 Sir Donald Bradman Dr,
Mile End SA 5031
(08) 8361 8888
OFFICE Hours
Monday – Friday: 9am – 5pm