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Dance Teacher Training Course

The Centre offers a two/three-year part time course providing a comprehensive training catering for students aged 16+ who wish to teach dance. The course is designed to offer students the following:

·  An environment that embraces the changing demands of the teaching industry.
·  A comprehensive range of subjects studied throughout the course.
·  A supportive and caring educational experience.
·  The opportunity to achieve all units of Foundation in Dance Instruction and Certificate in Dance Education in three   
    dance genres.
·  Teaching opportunities for all students.
·  Access to a first class professional teaching faculty and guest teachers who in turn are working with experts to achieve
    greater understanding of the dance teachers needs.
·  A course that can be tailored to the individual. Duration of the course will be dependant upon age and level of entry.
·  All classes are held between 8.30am and 1.00pm Monday to Friday, allowing students to gain valuable teaching practice
   should the opportunity arise.

The Curriculum

First Year: During the first year students focus on gaining strong technical skills in all practical disciplines. This is supported by lectures on nutrition and hydration, injury prevention and management and anatomy and physiology. Students work towards Vocational Graded Examinations (VGE) at Intermediate level and Foundation in Dance Instruction (FDI) in three dance genres.

 Second Year: Second year students continue to build on technical skills achieved during the first year, further emphasis is placed upon developing artistic quality and creativity. Students complete Foundation in Dance Instruction (FDI) in three dance genres and/or begin working towards Certificate in Dance Education (CDE) in three dance genres. Teaching opportunities may become available during the second year.

Third Year: Third year students complete Certificate in Dance Education (CDE) in three dance genres. The acquisition of teaching qualifications that enable graduates to enter candidates for ISTD examinations ensures all graduates are fully equipped to enter their chosen profession.

Imperial Society Of Teachers Of Dancing Examinations
Vocational Graded Examinations (VGE) - Intermediate Ballet, Intermediate Modern, Intermediate Tap.
Foundation in Dance Instruction (FDI) - Ballet, Modern, Tap.
Certificate in Dance Education (CDE) - Ballet, Modern, Tap.
The above examination classes are timetabled and are included in termly fees.

Dance Teacher Training Course
Audition Format:
Entry for students aged 16+ is by audition only; these are held regularly throughout the year. Audition fee - £35.00 (incl. VAT)
Auditions consist of:
· Ballet class 
· Dance arrangement suitable for Grade 3: Ballet, Modern or Tap (maximum 45 seconds).
· Dance arrangement suitable for candidate: Ballet, Modern or Tap. (maximum 1½ minutes) 
· Interview with Principal
For overseas applicants who can travel to The Centre, normal audition procedures apply. Those who are unable to travel to The Centre may audition by video/DVD. Please contact The Centre to discuss suitable content. A report from your current performing arts tutor will be required.
Successful applicants will be required to pay a non-refundable registration fee of £150.00 to secure their place.
For audition dates please telephone: +44 (0) 20 8855 6661 or email: dance@thecentrepac.com

Fees: Tuition fees for the 2010 student intake will be £1500.00 + £ 262.50 VAT = £1762.50 per term. 

· Fees cover tuition only. This includes coaching for I.S.T.D. Vocational Graded Examinations at Intermediate level and all
   units of FDI and CDE teaching qualifications.
· Please note, fees do not cover the cost of syllabi, dancewear, uniform, examination fees or The Rehabilitation Programme.
· The Centre administers the Education Maintenance Scheme (EMA) and the Adult Learning Grant (ALG) for further
   details visit www.directgov.uk/adultlearning
· The Centre is in Application for Membership Status with The Council for Dance Education and Training.