Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Community Dance, Theatre and Events
Certificate III in Community Dance, Theatre and Events
CUA30220
BGR4
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 13/08/2025 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 16/04/2021 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in a variety of community-based performance and production contexts, using some discretion and judgement and relevant theoretical knowledge. It applies to individuals who work in small-scale dance, theatre and events environments within the creative industries. Individuals at this level may provide support to others involved in production with limited responsibility overseeing other personnel.
The job roles that relate to this qualification may include community theatre production assistants, theatre assistants, project officers and community theatre performers.
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)- Four (4) core units plus
- Nine (9) elective units, of which:
- At least five (5) elective units must be selected from Group A
- of the remaining elective units:
- All remaining elective units 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 III or above training package qualification or accredited course
- One (1) may be selected from this or any other currently endorsed Certificate II 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODD27 | CUAWHS312 | Apply work health and safety practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| ODF80 | CUAIND314 | Plan a career in the creative arts industry | 34 | Unit of competency |
| OCD92 | BSBTWK301 | Use inclusive work practices | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OAO59 | CUAIND311 | Work effectively in the creative arts industry | 50 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units: Group A
At least five (5) elective units must be selected from Group A.
3. Elective Units: Group B
Up to four (4) elective units can be selected from Group B.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODH44 | CUASTA212 | Assist with bump in and bump out of shows | 80 | Unit of competency |
| ODF28 | CUAWHS211 | Develop a basic level of physical fitness for dance performance | 40 | Unit of competency |
| ODJ43 | CUAIND211 | Develop and apply creative arts industry knowledge | 20 | Unit of competency |
| ODF46 | CUAATS313 | Develop and apply knowledge of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural arts | 50 | Unit of competency |
| ODD03 | CUASOU211 | Develop basic audio skills and knowledge | 35 | Unit of competency |
| ODD92 | CUALGT211 | Develop basic lighting skills | 25 | Unit of competency |
| ODD56 | CUADIG211 | Maintain interactive content | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCE15 | BSBSUS211 | Participate in sustainable work practices | 30 | Unit of competency |
| ODE32 | CUAFOH311 | Provide seating and ticketing services | 100 | Unit of competency |
| OCE05 | BSBTEC201 | Use business software applications | 55 | Unit of competency |
| AWG35 | ICTTEN202 | Use hand and power tools | 40 | Unit of competency |
| ODE38 | CUAFOH212 | Usher patrons | 50 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J694 | CUA30213 | Certificate III in Community Dance, Theatre and Events | Qualification |
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