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Unit 1&2


VTDA
   

Unit 3&4


VTDA
The aims of the VCE VET Dance program are to provide participants with technical and performance skills, knowledge and attitudes to begin the process of establishing a career in the entertainment industry. The course is recognised as preparation for further vocational training.

Students undertaking Certificate II in Dance are eligible for four VCE VET units on their VCE Statement of Results: two at Unit 1-2 level and a Unit 3-4 sequence. Students who complete the 3-4 sequence of VCE VET Dance may obtain a study score which contributes towards the student's ENTER upon completion of assessment tasks and an end of year exam.

Students wishing to undertake VET Dance need to be able to demonstrate that they have the potential to perform a combination of technical dance activities involving known procedures. Auditions may be conducted by the dance trainer to enable students to demonstrate their performance potential. Upon completion of the VET VCE Dance, students will have achieved 21078VIC Certificate II in Dance. Students will receive VCAL/VCE credit as well as a vocational qualification when they follow the prescribed program approved by the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA).
   

Program structure

VTDA 1&2     VTDA 3&4
Units of competence
  • Introduction to dance composition
  • Basic stagecraft
  • Occupational health and safety
  • Nutrition and body awareness for dancers
  • Emergency first aid
  • Workplace communication
  • Performance psychology (Dance)
  • Dance anatomy, physiology and exercise
    Units of competence
  • Dance career planning and skills assessment
  • Dance technique - Elevation
  • Dance technique - Turning
  • Dance technique - Falling
  • Dance technique - Locomotion
  • Dance repertoire - Solo
  • Dance music and sounds
  • Dance repertoire - Group/Ensemble
Certificate II in Dance
Semester VCE Units / VET Modules    Highly Recommended Units
1 VTDA1 ENEN1 BSIV1 Free
Choice
Free
Choice
Free
Choice

Health and Human Development 1,2,3 & 4

Theatre Studies 1,2,3 & 4

Drama 1,2,3 & 4

Physical Education 1,2,3 & 4

Biology 1,2,3 & 4

Textiles - Fashion 1,2,3 & 4

2 VTDA2 ENEN2 Free
Choice
Free
Choice
Free
Choice
Free
Choice
3 VTDA3 ENEN3 Free
Choice
Free
Choice
Free
Choice
Free
Choice
4 VTDA4 ENEN4 Free
Choice
Free
Choice
Free
Choice
Free
Choice

Students should note that a contribution of $200 is required from those taking this course. Payments are made via the booklist and help the College to provide specialist and sessional trainers, log books, course materials, and the first aid course.

This program must be entered onto your enrolment form including all units as shown.
The 'free choice' units can be selected from the whole range of VCE studies; however the 'highly recommended units' should be considered as they complement the program. Refer to learning area sections for details of units and unit codes



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