Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Musical Theatre
Certificate IV in Musical Theatre
CUA40520
BGT3
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 19/10/2022 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 16/04/2021 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in a wide variety of performance contexts that require a combination of singing, dancing and acting skills. Individuals will need to develop and apply performance skills for both solo and ensemble contexts. 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 musical theatre performer, arts administrative assistant (small theatre) or cabaret performer.
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 = fifteen (15)- Eight (8) core units plus
- Seven (7) elective units, of which:
- at least four (4) must be from Group A, with at least one (1) from the ‘Acting’ subgroup, one from the ‘Dance’ sub-group and one from the ‘Voice and singing’ sub-group
- of the remaining elective units:
- up to three (3) may be from Group A and/or Group B
- up to two (2) may be from this or any other currently endorsed Certificate IV or above training package qualification or accredited course
- one (1) may be 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
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODJ10 | CUAACT412 | Develop and apply acting techniques for musical theatre | 90 | Unit of competency |
| ODG40 | CUAPRF314 | Develop audition techniques | 30 | Unit of competency |
| ODF10 | CUADAN422 | Develop dance techniques for musical theatre | 140 | Unit of competency |
| ODF42 | CUAPPR414 | Develop self as artist | 20 | Unit of competency |
| ODJ12 | CUAVOS411 | Develop singing techniques for musical theatre | 60 | Unit of competency |
| ODJ21 | CUAVOS413 | Develop vocal techniques for musical theatre | 60 | Unit of competency |
| ODF79 | CUAPRF419 | Perform in a musical theatre ensemble | 45 | Unit of competency |
| ODG17 | CUAPRF418 | Perform solo in a musical theatre context | 45 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
A minimum of four (4) units must be selected from Group A, with at least:
- one (1) of these selected from the ‘Acting’ sub-group,
- one (1) from the ‘Dance’ sub-group; and
- one (1) from the ‘Voice and singing’ sub-group
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options.
3. Group B Elective Units
Up to three (3) units may be selected from Group B.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J701 | CUA40513 | Certificate IV in Musical Theatre | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Nil
Traineeships and Apprenticeships