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Certificate I in Dance
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CUA10120
You have begun your journey in the dance and live performance industry. We are currently establishing RTO partnerships to help you gain formal recognition for your foundational dance skills and safe practices. Register your interest today to be notified when this pathway becomes available.
About This Qualification
This qualification reflects the role of individuals developing foundational skills and knowledge required to prepare for work in the dance and live performance industry. The range of dance techniques associated with this qualification is limited. The job roles that relate to this qualification may include trainee dancer or trainee musical theatre dancer. 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.
Qualification Code
CUA10120
Training Package
CUA — Creative Arts and Culture Training Package
AQF Level
Certificate I
Total Units
6 (3 core + 3 elective)
Entry Requirements
Nil
National Register
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Important: RPL It Australia is a student support service. All assessment and qualification issuance is conducted by our partner Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). RPL It does not deliver training, conduct assessments, or issue qualifications.
Career Outcomes
According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Trainee Dancer | Preparing for entry-level performance roles by refining basic techniques and maintaining professional studio discipline. |
| Trainee Musical Theatre Dancer | Developing the foundational movement and ensemble skills required for live stage and musical productions. |
| Performing Arts Assistant | Supporting studio operations and performance preparations while building essential industry-specific knowledge. |
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Could RPL Be Right for You?
Experience can be evidence.
RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.
RPL typically involves:
A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements
Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency
Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation
If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise
ℹ️ Important Pathway Advice
RPL isn't the right pathway for everyone. If you don't have substantial, relevant, and current industry experience, a traditional study pathway may serve you better.
Our approach:
“We'd rather guide you to the right pathway than enrol you in the wrong one.”
What Kind of Experience Counts?
If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:
Work History & Roles
- ✓Performance logs or studio attendance records
- ✓Reference letters from dance teachers or choreographers
- ✓Detailed resume or CV outlining your dance background
Dance Technique
- ✓Video recordings demonstrating foundational routines
- ✓Feedback or assessment reports from studio instructors
- ✓Rehearsal schedules or program credits
Safety & Industry Practices
- ✓Documentation of warm-up and cool-down routines
- ✓Records of injury prevention and safety checklists
- ✓Evidence of participation in creative arts industry workshops
Training & Workshops
- ✓Certificates of participation from dance studios
- ✓Basic first aid or emergency life support certificates
- ✓Records of short courses in specific dance styles
This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.
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