10277 NAT Certificate III in Dance Practice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People
This course is designed for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Developing Artists who have minimal or no prior dance or cultural training.
The course is intended to provide skills, applied knowledge, theoretic knowledge and cultural knowings across a range of dance genres from contemporary to cultural dance, with the primary intention of preparing Developing Artists to engage in further arts education in a culturally respectful and appropriate environment.
Throughout the course Developing Artists will engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, developing cultural connections, learning dance, song and artefact making skills specific to each community. These skills vary from community to community, especially in regard to the cultural differences between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
These educational experiences underpin the development of self-identity as Indigenous creative art makers and future leaders.
Units of Study
To achieve this qualification Developing Artists must complete 15 core units.
| Code | Unit of Competency | Hours |
| DPRDCK301 | Explore My Mob through investigation and performance | 50 |
| DPRDCK302 | Investigate issues that underpin the development of Contemporary Indigenous Dance | 60 |
| DPRDCK303 | Develop knowledge of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultures and dance | 50 |
| DPRDCK304 | Develop and apply knowledge of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultures and dance on Country | 50 |
| DPRDCK305 | Develop Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultural dance repertoire | 60 |
| DPRDTC301 | Develop contemporary dance skills in an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander context | 140 |
| DPRDTC302 | Develop contemporary urban dance skills in an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander context | 140 |
| CUADAN206 | Perform basic ballet technique | 25 |
| BSBCRT301 | Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills | 40 |
| DPRIAP301 | Develop performance and production skills | 50 |
| CUAWHS401 | Apply movement and behavioural principles to physical conditioning | 40 |
| CUAWHS403 | Incorporate anatomy and nutrition principles into skills development | 60 |
| DPRCSD301 | Develop and apply physical theatre skills | 60 |
| DPRCSD302 | Develop and apply musicianship skills to dance performance | 60 |
| DPRCSD303 | Explore and apply Dancefilm skills in an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander context | 40 |
| Total | 925 | |
10628 NAT Certificate IV in in Dance Practice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
Developing Artists are expected to perform at a higher level to Certificate III in both theoretical and physical units.
Developing Artists will integrate and refine skills in all physical and theoretical components of Ballet, Contemporary Dance, Urban Jazz and Contemporary Indigenous dance. Developing Artists will also develop deeper skills in complementary body and mind care practices to support performance and maintain strength and flexibility.
This course provides applied knowledge and theoretical knowledge, skills and cultural Knowings across a range of dance genres from contemporary to cultural dance. It also prepares Developing Artists with prior dance experience, to develop technical and performance skills in a range of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Western dance genres in preparation for engagement with cultural and mainstream dance industries.
Developing Artists will develop key critical, creative, technological and self-reflective skills to engage in broader national and multi-disciplinary creative arts industries. Certificate IV Developing Artists begin exploring career options and career-planning in the creative arts industry.
Throughout the course Developing Artists will engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, developing cultural connections, learning dance, song and artefact making skills specific to each community. These skills vary from community to community, especially in regards to the cultural differences between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Educational experiences underpin the development of self-identity as Indigenous creative art makers and future cultural leaders. They also develop professional and cultural community networks.
Developing Artists will be exposed to western dance styles taught by industry experts alongside skills such as Music, Dancefilm, and body and mind care.
Units of Study
To achieve this qualification Developing Artists must complete 14 core units.
| Code | Unit of Competency | Hours |
| DPRDCK401 | Investigate and apply Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultures and dance | 60 |
| DPRDCK402 | Engage in Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultures and dance on Country | 60 |
| DPRDCK403 | Analyse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander dance styles to enhance cultural dance repertoire | 60 |
| PDPDCK504 | Research My Mob with Dadirri and critical thinking | 70 |
| DPRDTC401 | Investigate and apply techniques for contemporary dance and Contemporary Indigenous Dance | 150 |
| DPRDTC402 | Investigate and apply street dance and urban jazz in an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander context | 150 |
| CUADAN306 | Increase depth of ballet dance technique | 70 |
| DPRIAP401 | Engage in performance and production | 60 |
| CUAWHS301 | Condition the body for dance performance | 60 |
| DPRCSD401 | Increase depth of physical theatre skills | 75 |
| DPRCSD402 | Increase depth of musicianship skills | 60 |
| DPRCSD403 | Direct production of Dancefilm | 60 |
| CUAMCP303 | Develop simple musical pieces using electronic media | 35 |
| CUAIND304 | Plan a career in the creative arts industry | 35 |
| Total | 1005 | |
10629 NAT Diploma of Professional Dance Performance for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
The Diploma of Professional Dance Performance is the culmination of three rigorous years of dance and cultural training. Developing Artists perform at the highest level, demonstrating refined skills and mastery in their physical and theoretical studies.
Developing Artists are expected to be industry-ready in the demonstration of Ballet, Contemporary Dance, Urban Jazz and Contemporary Indigenous dance skills. Developing Artists use their final year to refine and master their body and mind care practices to support performance and ongoing professional practice. Developing Artists engage in the college-based and remote cultural residencies, demonstrating confidence in all aspects of cultural dance, song, cultural knowledge and protocols.
Developing Artists will work with internationally respected choreographers and artists-in-residence to create performances for the End of Year Show, as well as produce Dancefilm and music compositions.
Units of Study
To achieve this qualification Developing Artists must complete 16 units:
- 15 core units
- One elective unit
| Code | Unit of Competency | Hours |
| PDPDCK501 | Supervise and lead Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultures and dance | 60 |
| PDPDCK502 | Lead a group in performance of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultures and dance on Country | 60 |
| PDPDCK503 | Recognise and respond to cultural protocols in cultural dance repertoire | 60 |
| PDPDTC501 | Refine Contemporary Indigenous Dance repertoire | 75 |
| PDPDTC502 | Refine contemporary dance in an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander context | 150 |
| PDPDTC503 | Refine contemporary urban dance in an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander context | 150 |
| CUADAN408 | Develop expertise in ballet technique | 80 |
| PDPIAP501 | Analyse and explore the choreographic process in an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander context | 50 |
| PDPIAP502 | Demonstrate professional engagement in performance and production | 100 |
| CUAWHS501 | Maintain a high level of fitness for performance | 80 |
| PDPCSD501 | Refine physical theatre skills | 60 |
| PDPCSD502 | Produce and direct Dancefilm | 80 |
| CUAMCP501 | Compose music using electronic media | 60 |
| CUAPRF304 | Develop audition techniques | 25 |
| CUAIND502 | Maintain and apply creative arts industry knowledge | 50 |
| Electives | ||
| PDPDCK504 | Research My Mob with Dadirri and critical thinking | 70 |
| CUACHR501 | Create and perform complex dance pieces | 60 |
| Total | 1260 – 1270 | |
10841NAT Advanced Diploma of Professional Dance Performance for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
The Advanced Diploma is designed for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Practising Artists who have either progressed through NAISDA; have gained skills and qualifications through external providers; or have the required cultural competencies and skills. The course is also relevant for mid-career artists who wish to upskill to further advance their careers in the creative arts industry.
The Advanced Diploma has been designed to meet individual needs of each Practising Artist. The course’s flexibility of core and elective units ensures that, through collaborative consultation with Course Coordinators, it can be tailored to the individual. The course will enrich skills in chosen areas across three streams.
- Community Dance Practice
- Cultural Dance Practice
- Professional Dance Practice
This course is unique in its approach providing tangible career pathways and work outcomes specific to individual artistic, cultural, and community needs.
Practising Artists will engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, developing cultural connections, learning dance, song and artefact-making specific to each community, as well as contemporary, urban contemporary and ballet dance skills, physical conditioning, multimedia and musical composition.
Educational experiences underpin the Practising Artists’ self-identity as Indigenous creative art makers and future cultural leaders. Such experiences also develop professional and cultural community networks. Practising Artists will be exposed to Western style dance styles taught by industry experts, masters and extend critical thinking, Dancefilm, health, wellbeing, and physical conditioning. The course includes experiential cultural learning units, which underpin the course’s cultural orientation to learning.
In addition to the contact hours, successful completion of this course will require learners to engage in unsupervised activities. The time required to undertake these activities will vary based on experience and elective units chosen.
Units of Study
To achieve this qualification Practising Artists must complete 16-24 units of competency across eight core units and eight elective units from the list below.
There are no pre-requisite units within this course.
| CORE UNITS | ||
| Unit code | Unit title | Nominal hours |
| NAT10841001 | Planning engagement to embody Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Cultural life in a community | 200 |
| NAT10841002 | Embody Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultural life in a chosen community | 200 |
| NAT10841003 | Restoration through own Storying | 250 |
| CUAWHS501 | Maintain a high level of fitness for performance | 80 |
| CUAIND601 | Work professionally in the creative arts industry | 70 |
| CUAWHS602 | Develop techniques for maintaining resilience in a competitive environment | 50 |
| NAT10841004 | Form relationships with Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander mentors | 150 |
| NAT10841005 | Enrich and embody Storys | 100 |
| Total nominal hours (core units) | 1100 | |
| Elective units (Choose 8) | ||
| Cultural Arts Practice (CUP) | ||
| PPDPDCK504 | Research My Mob with Dadirri and critical thinking | 70 |
| Community Arts Practice (CAP) | ||
| NAT10841006 | Enrich contemporary dance skills in an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander context | 110 |
| NAT10841007 | Enrich urban dance skills in an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander context | 210 |
| NAT10841008 | Enrich ballet technique in an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander context | 110 |
| NAT10841009 | Enrich contemporary Indigenous dance for community practice | 110 |
| NAT10841010 | Enrich choreographic skills for devised works in an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander context | 110 |
| Dance Teaching Skill Set (CUASS00015) | ||
| CUADTM401 | Plan and organise dance classes | 40 |
| CUADTM403 | Apply safe dance teaching methods | 60 |
| HLTAID003 | Provide first aid | 18 |
| SISCDAN301A | Teach recreational dance | 15 |
| Business Operations Skill Set (CUASS00021) | ||
| BSBPRC402 | Negotiate contracts | 50 |
| BSBREL402 | Build client relationships and business networks | 50 |
| BSBRSK501 | Manage risk | 50 |
| BSBWOR501 | Manage personal work priorities and professional development | 60 |
| BSBWRT401 | Write complex documents | 50 |
| CUAFIM501 | Source funding for projects | 70 |
| FNSORG501 | Develop and manage a budget | 50 |
| Professional Dance Practice (DPR) | ||
| NAT10841011 | Master contemporary Indigenous dance for professional practice | 185 |
| NAT10841012 | Master professional contemporary dance in an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander context | 185 |
| NAT10841013 | Master professional urban dance in an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander context | 150 |
| NAT10841014 | Master professional ballet technique in an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander context | 185 |
| NAT10841015 | Master professional solo dance composition in an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander context | 100 |
| NAT10841016 | Master professional physical theatre skills in an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander context | 100 |
| Multimedia (MMS) | ||
| NAT10841017 | Create Dancefilm for professional practice | 195 |
| NAT10841018 | Use advanced music composition skills for dance | 195 |
| Total nominal hours
(minimum / maximum of elective units) |
1218 – 1295 | |
| Total nominal hours
(Total core units + minimum/ maximum of elective units) |
2318 – 2395 | |