VCE VET Dance in Blackburn

Kallista Dance Academy offers VCE VET Dance Units 1&2 and 3&4. Students from any dance school or any Secondary College can undertake VCE VET Dance at Kallista Dance Academy. 

Class Structure

Kallista Dance Academy partners with Dance Training Organisation (RTO 45789), who deliver the course online via weekly Zoom classes. These classes will be held onsite at KDA and supervised by a KDA teacher. All DTO trainers are all highly skilled. Trainers are required to regularly update their skills and are annually reviewed to ensure the highest quality training. DTO trainers always consider individual student needs and are experienced in tailoring the course for their students with the help of the DTO network.

Contact Hours

VCE VET dance classes weekly on Thursdays 4.15-6.30pm

  • 4.15-4.30pm set up/question/discussion session with our KDA teacher

  • 4.30-6.30pm on zoom with DTO

Weekly KDA classes in the style of your chosen dances, ie. Jazz and Contemporary (these may be done at your own dance school) 

Private lessons delivered by KDA staff to learn or adapt 2 dances (these may be done at your own dance school) 

  • For those wishing to do a scored assessment, these must be solos and they make up 50% of your ATAR score. We recommend 30 minute classes weekly if learning new dances (this will normally be for 3 terms). 

  • For those not doing a scored assessment, these dances may be a duo, trio or group dance but one element must include a small solo section. 

Cost

  • $1,700 for year 1 (units 1&2) paid to DTO annually (many secondary schools will cover this fee)

  • $1,750 for year 2 (units 3&4) paid to DTO annually (many secondary schools will cover this fee)

  • $300 (GST free) per term paid to KDA for onsite learning

  • $85 p/h (GST free) for private lessons taken at KDA

  • Regular KDA term fees apply for weekly classes done at KDA

Course information 

VCE VET Dance is a nationally recognised dance course. CUA20120 Certificate II in Dance with elements of CUA30120 Certificate III in Dance. 

VCE VET Dance is a pre-vocational course, and will prepare you to audition for further training as dancer, dance teacher or choreographer. The course allows you to gain knowledge on the dance industry, how it works, what is expected of you and possible pathways within dance. 

The VCE VET Dance program is drawn from a national training package and offers a portable qualification which is recognised throughout Australia. This qualification provides students with a broad range of skills and knowledge to pursue a career or further training in the live performance industry. 

Scored assessment is available for the Scored Units 3 and 4 sequence of the VCE VET Dance program 

FAQs

  • No, you do not need to be a current Kallista Dance Academy (KDA) student to undertake VCE VET Dance with us.

    You can choose the level of involvement that best suits your needs. Some students attend only the weekly VCE VET Dance class, while others also participate in technique classes and/or private lessons to prepare their solo performance.

    You're also welcome to continue training at your current dance studio and learn your solo there if you prefer. Our program is designed to complement your existing dance training, giving you the flexibility to choose the option that works best for you.

    You must however still undertake dance technique classes (either with KDA or another dance studio).

  • No, while some theory content is delivered online, the course is highly interactive. Students spend approximately one hour dancing each week. They also participate in group activities and collaborate with other students both in the studio and online.

    A qualified KDA teacher is present in the studio each week to support students, provide guidance, and assist with practical learning activities.

  • No, you can complete units 3&4 without units 1&2. You can still receive an ATAR however, you will not receive your full Certificate II in dance.

  • Yes VCE VET Dance can contribute to your ATAR score in the following way: 2 solos (one in each dance style) contribute 50% to your ATAR score and VCE School assessed coursework contributes the other 50% of your ATAR score

  • There are no prerequisites to enrol in the VCE VET Dance course, although previous experience in dance will be an advantage. It is recommended that students take unit 1&2 before commencing units 3&4.

  • Course Structure 

    VCE VET Dance CUA20120 Certificate II in Dance and CUA30120 Certificate III in Dance. VCE VET Dance course is delivered over two years part-time, an option for a 3rd year is also available. Students should preferably complete Units 1 & 2 (year 1) before enrolling in Units 3 & 4 (year 2). 

    The nominal hours for VCE VET Dance depend on which elective units/dance styles you choose, and range from 320 to 400 hours over the two years of the course. 

    Units 1&2 

    Core units 

    • CUADAN211 Develop basic dance techniques 

    • CUAPRF211 Prepare for live performances 

    • CUAWHS111 Follow safe dance practices 

    • CUAWHS211 Develop a basic level of physical fitness for dance performance

    • BSBTWK201 Work effectively with others 

    Elective units (choose 2) 

    • CUADAN213 Perform basic jazz dance techniques 

    • CUADAN215 Perform basic contemporary dance techniques 

    • CUADAN216 Perform basic ballet techniques 

    • CUADAN217 Perform basic tap techniques 

    • CUADAN218 Perform basic street dance techniques 

    • CUADAN219 Perform basic cultural dance techniques 

    • CUADAN220 Perform basic lyrical dance techniques

    Units 3&4 

    Core units 

    • CUAPRF317 Develop performance techniques 

    • CUADAN212 Incorporate artistic expression into basic dance performances

    • CUAIND211 Develop and apply creative arts industry knowledge 

    • CUAPRF314 Develop audition techniques 

    Elective units (choose 2) 

    • CUADAN315 Increase depth of jazz dance techniques 

    • CUADAN316 Increase depth of ballet dance techniques 

    • CUADAN317 Increase depth of cultural dance techniques 

    • CUADAN318 Increase depth of contemporary dance techniques 

    • CUADAN319 Increase depth of street dance techniques 

    • CUADAN320 Increase depth of social dance techniques 

    • CUADAN321 Increase depth of tap dance techniques 

    • CUADAN322 Increase depth of lyrical dance techniques 

  • Our course developers have over 50 years experience between them in teaching VET Dance, having worked in school settings, private studios and with distance learning. Our course is written and revised regularly by industry professionals to reflect current industry trends. We care about our students moving into the industry with up to date knowledge. 

    DTO is solely focused on our trainers and students, we do not run other non accredited programs but are here to support and assist our partner schools and students.

  • CAREER PATHWAYS many include: 

    ● Certificate IV in Dance and Performance 

    ● Certificate IV in Dance – Teaching and Management 

    ● Certificate IV in Dance - Classical Ballet 

    ● Diploma of Dance – Teaching and Management 

    ● Diploma of Dance - Classical Ballet and Contemporary 

    ● Diploma of Arts – Classical Dance 

    ● Diploma of Dance and Performance 

    ● Bachelor of Arts (Dance) 

    ● Bachelor of Creative Arts (Dance) 

    ● Bachelor of Arts (Music Theatre) (Dance) 

    ● Choreographer 

    ● Community Dance Worker 

    ● Dancer 

    ● Dance Critic 

    ● Dance Teacher

    ● Dance Therapist 

    ● Dance Writer 

    ● Allied Health Practitioner 

    ● Physiotherapist 

    ● Pilates or Yoga instructor 

    ● Dance Studio Owner

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