Qualification Outline

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Certificate II in Dance

Certificate II in Dance

Qualification
National Code:
CUA20113
State Code:
J691
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
1001 - Performing Arts
Original TGA Release Date
21/11/2013
Approved Date
16/05/2014
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
380
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
VET Act Conditions
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Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
2.00 15/01/2016 Current Approved
1.00 21/11/2013 Replaced Approved
Description

This qualification is a preparatory qualification that allows learners to develop basic technical skills and knowledge to prepare for work in the live performance industry.

Licensing/regulatory information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
^ From 1 July 2022 the elective unit HLTAID002 must no longer be delivered and will be replaced in the Packaging Rules by the unit HLTAID010 - for more information see: https://asqa.gov.au/news-events/news/reminder-about-superseded-hlt-first-aid-units

Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = ten (10)
- seven (7) core units plus
- three (3) elective units, of which:
- a minimum of one (1) unit must be from Group A
- of the remaining units:
- up to two (2) units may be from Group A and/or Group B
- up to one (1) unit may be from an accredited course or any currently endorsed Training Package qualification at Certificate I, II or III level.

The elective units chosen must be relevant to the work outcome and meet local industry needs.
1. Core Units

All seven (7) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
WI238 CUAWHS201 Develop a basic level of physical condition for dance performance 40 Unit of competency
AWI75 CUAIND201 Develop and apply creative arts industry knowledge 20 Unit of competency
WI032 CUADAN201 Develop basic dance techniques 50 Unit of competency
WI237 CUAWHS101 Follow safe dance practices 60 Unit of competency
WI033 CUADAN202 Incorporate artistic expression into basic dance performances 20 Unit of competency
WI147 CUAPRF201 Prepare for performances 35 Unit of competency
AUH64 BSBWOR203 Work effectively with others 20 Unit of competency
2. Group A Elective Units

At least one (1) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AWJ98 CUAATS101 Develop understanding of own Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander identity 50 Unit of competency
WI035 CUADAN204 Perform basic Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander dance technique 80 Unit of competency
WI037 CUADAN206 Perform basic ballet technique 45 Unit of competency
WI036 CUADAN205 Perform basic contemporary dance technique 45 Unit of competency
WI040 CUADAN209 Perform basic cultural dance technique 45 Unit of competency
WI034 CUADAN203 Perform basic jazz dance technique 45 Unit of competency
WI039 CUADAN208 Perform basic street dance technique 45 Unit of competency
WI038 CUADAN207 Perform basic tap technique 45 Unit of competency
AWH01 CUARES202 Source and use information relevant to own arts practice 30 Unit of competency
3. Group B Elective Units

Of the remaining units, two (2) may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
WI215 CUASTA202 Assist with bump in and bump out of shows 80 Unit of competency
AWI35 CUAMLT201 Develop and apply musical ideas and listening skills 25 Unit of competency
WI204 CUASOU201 Develop basic audio skills and knowledge 40 Unit of competency
WI127 CUALGT201 Develop basic lighting skills and knowledge 25 Unit of competency
WI182 CUASCE201 Develop basic scenic art skills 20 Unit of competency
WI214 CUASTA201 Develop basic staging skills 20 Unit of competency
WI230 CUAVSS201 Develop basic vision system skills 20 Unit of competency
AUI68 BSBWOR201 Manage personal stress in the workplace 40 Unit of competency
AUK77 BSBSUS201 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices 10 Unit of competency
WG731 HLTAID002 Provide basic emergency life support 10 Unit of competency
AUI02 BSBDIV301 Work effectively with diversity 20 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D779 CUA20111 Certificate II in Dance Qualification
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BGV5 CUA20120 Certificate II in Dance Qualification
No information
Entry Requirements

Nil

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
No information