Opens in a new tab

Diploma of Professional Dance (Elite Performance)

CUA51520
Education & trainingDiplomaNationally recognised
Level 5AQF level
17Units to complete
1 to 2 yearsAQF length guide
13Training providers
Oct 2022Latest release
Source: training.gov.au · AQFQualification details and status from training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education (CUA51520, current release). Typical length is the Australian Qualifications Framework volume-of-learning guide for a Diploma; actual course length varies by provider and recognition of prior learning.More about our sources: How we check our facts
Occupations and industries on the national register
Occupations
Dancer (Pre-professional Level)
Industries
Dance
Source: training.gov.auAs listed for CUA51520 on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education: the occupations and industry areas in the register's own taxonomy, shown exactly as written. They describe the course on the register; they are not a promise of a job or a pay level.More about our sources: How we check our facts

What you learn

To finish you complete 17 units: 7 core plus 10 electives. Units come from the official list for this course on the national register.

See all 43 units in the official listHide the unit list
BSBCRT412Articulate, present and debate ideas
BSBCRT512Originate and develop concepts
CUAACT411Use acting techniques in performance
CUABRT415Provide technical support during virtual and hybrid events
CUABRT502Manage and operate technical requirements for virtual and hybrid events
CUACHR411Create and perform dance pieces
CUACHR413Develop choreography skills
CUACHR511Create and perform complex dance pieces
CUADAN432Improvise advanced dance sequences
CUADAN511Refine ballet techniques
CUADAN512Refine ballet performance skills
CUADAN513Perform repertoire for corps de ballet
CUADAN514Perform ballet solo variations
CUADAN515Refine contemporary dance techniques
CUADAN516Refine cultural dance techniques
CUADAN517Refine dance partnering techniques
CUADAN518Develop expertise in allied contemporary dance techniques
CUADAN519Refine pointe work techniques
CUADAN520Refine street dance techniques
CUADAN531Refine dance techniques
CUADES523Design virtual and hybrid events
CUADLT411Document dance
CUADLT412Explore the relationship between music and dance
CUADTM413Apply safe dance teaching methods
CUADTM431Design and conduct dance learning program
CUAFIM511Source funding for projects
CUAIND411Extend expertise in specialist creative fields
CUAIND412Provide freelance services
CUAMUP511Apply theatrical make-up and hairstyles
CUAMWB403Prepare to work with confronting material and processes in the creative industries
CUAPPR512Develop sustainability of own professional practice
CUAPRF412Develop conceptual and expressive skills as a performer
CUAPRF420Develop on-camera performance skills
CUAPRF511Refine performance techniques
CUAPRF513Prepare for and perform in competitive environments
CUARES501Refine conceptual understanding of dance
CUARES503Analyse cultural history and theory
CUAWHS406Interact appropriately with children in performing arts environments
CUAWHS411Apply movement and behavioural principles to conditioning
CUAWHS412Participate in gym and resistance training for performances
CUAWHS413Incorporate anatomy principles into skill development
CUAWHS511Maintain a high level of fitness for performance
CUAWRT501Write about dance
Source: training.gov.auUnit list from the CUA51520 unit grid on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education, current release. Core and elective packaging rules are set by the course; your provider confirms which electives they offer.More about our sources: How we check our facts

Who offers it

13 registered training providers can deliver this course. Pick your state to see local providers first, with everyone who can deliver there below. Or search a name. Each arrow opens the provider's page here, which links to their own website.

AUSMUSICBased in VIC · Registered since 1993→
AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL MEMORIAL THEATRELTDBased in VIC · Registered since 1994→
Brent Street Pty LtdBased in NSW · Registered since 2009→
College of Sound and Music ProductionBased in VIC · Registered since 2016→
Dance Factory Pty. Ltd.Based in VIC · Registered since 1996→
Dynamite Studios AcademyBased in QLD · Registered since 2012→
Empowerdance Pty LtdBased in SA · Registered since 2011→
Ev & Bow Pty LimitedBased in NSW · Registered since 2012→
Lee Academy Dance & Performing ArtsBased in NSW · Registered since 2012→
National College of Dance Pty LtdBased in NSW · Registered since 2007→
Queensland College of DanceBased in QLD · Registered since 1998→
Sydney Dance CompanyBased in NSW · Registered since 2022→
The Australian Ballet SchoolBased in VIC · Registered since 1994→

Providers are listed alphabetically. A listing is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and providers do not pay to appear. Based-in shows each provider's registered head office; most providers deliver online Australia-wide. The → link opens the provider's page on this site, which links to their own website. Contact the provider for current intakes, fees and study modes.