A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
Thank you for considering a partnership with Australian Teachers of Dancing (ATOD). Through your passion for dance, you have provided your students with the foundations for a successful career. Formal qualifications obtained through your partnership with ATOD will take them to the next level of success.
As a not-for-profit organisation, our Registered Training Organisation (31624) is one of the leading providers of nationally accredited dance education in Australia. Our innovative education and training courses assist all dancers, from those beginning their dance profession, through to experienced dance teachers.
Partnering with ATOD allows you to value-add to your dance studio, providing a fantastic opportunity to generate further revenue for your business. When you deliver our qualifications to your students, you will be provided with a significant support framework, and will be supported as you settle into this new partnership arrangement.
As the leaders in dance education, we look forward to working with you to build a mutually beneficial business model through the education of dancers.
Leah Belford
President ATOD
PARTNERING WITH AUSTRALIAN TEACHERS OF DANCING
The Certificate and Diploma programmes delivered by ATOD provide students with nationally recognised qualifications. These are underpinned by a standard of excellence which assists them to establish themselves professionally as they launch their dance careers.
ATOD does not lock you into a set programme with constricted delivery schedule. The units and courses can be tailored around the needs of your students and those of your studio. You decide what, how and when you train students within the constraints of the qualification.
We are bound by federal legislation and hold ultimate responsibility for the education of students. We report to government departments as necessary and ensure that all of our partners comply with legislation. Following completion of each course, we issue students with their final certificate.
With all of the legal information and administration covered by ATOD, as a valued partner, you are able to remain creative and concentrate on your students’ learning.
ACCREDITED TRAINING OFFER
Operating within the Australian Qualifications Framework, we offer accredited training that range from Certificate I through to Advanced Diploma levels.
These include:
• CUA20120 Certificate II in Dance
• CUA20220 Certificate II in Creative Industries
• CUA30120 Certificate Ill in Dance
• CUA30220 Certificate III in Community, Dance and Theatre Events
• CUA30320 Certificate Ill in Assistant Dance Teaching
• CUA40120 Certificate IV in Dance
• CUA40320 Certificate IV in Dance Teaching and Management
• CUA40520 Certificate IV in Musical Theatre
• CUA50220 Diploma of Musical Theatre
• CUA50320 Diploma of Dance Teaching and Management
• CUA51520 Diploma of Professional Dance (Elite Performance)
• CUA60120 Advanced Diploma of Professional Dance (Elite Performance)
Please complete the expression of interest form at the bottom of the page and the ATOD RTO team will get in contact with you
BECOMING A PARTNER
Before becoming a partner, please consider the following points:
1. Qualifications
Does a member of your organisation have either a TAE40110 (with two specific units), TAE40116 or TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment qualification?
It is a requirement that at least one person has or is about to complete this qualification. An agreement can be started to permit limited advertisements of your course offerings, but no enrolments will be accepted. The person holding the TAE must have dance or musical theatre experience with appropriate qualifications in those areas.
2. Enrolments
How many students do you envisage enrolling in the next 12 months?
Class size is an important consideration over the longer term. Whilst a small number of students in the first year is a good starting point, fixed costs associated with small numbers means returns could be low to the studio.
3. Charges
How much will you charge per qualification and is it comparable to what others are offering?
Be sure to consider your fixed and variable costs associated with the course. If you are reconsidering charging fees that may be above the average, please be sure to outline your points of difference. You should also take into account other organisations within this space. These are your direct and indirect competitors, such as other dance schools and alternatives to dance such as sport.
4. Training material
Do you have appropriate training material or the resources to develop training material if required?
Have you considered how much development of training material will cost? At this stage, ATOD only provides comprehensive assessment materials and limited learning materials, as well as template and support services.
5. Administrative resources
Do you have adequate administrative resources to manage student enrolments and recording of student assessment submissions etc?
ATOD will take care of the VET reporting, but as a studio you will be required to maintain video evidence for a period of time, keep track of student progressions, track student enrolments information and maintain reports so that ATOD can complete the government reporting requirements. Your TAE will be required to mark student assessments, so marking and administrative time should be considered.
6. Compliance Requirements
ATOD is a Registered Training Organisation and therefore is required by legislation to comply with the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTO’s) 2015, or its replacement standards. Therefore, our Auspicing Partners must also comply with all legislative requirements as indicated by ATOD. Failure to do so will place ATOD at risk of potential sanctions being imposed by the National Regulator, the Australian Skills and Quality Authority (ASQA). Our Partners need to factor in their own time and resources to ensure there are processes in place that demonstrate compliance with the associated legislative requirements. Alternatively, ATOD can provide support to our Auspicing Partners with developing their compliance processes, which would be at an hourly rate aligned with an agreed scope of work.
Before partnering with ATOD, it is recommended that you undertake a cost benefit analysis or seek independent advice to determine if this is the right decision for you.
If, after reviewing the above, you believe a partnership would add value to your business, we would love the opportunity to discuss this further with you. For further information on becoming a partner, please email rto@atod.net.au or phone 1800 106 227 and ask to speak with our RTO Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS
CUA20120 CERTIFICATE II IN DANCE
QUALIFICATION DESCRIPTION
This qualification is a preparatory qualification that allows learners to develop basic technical skills and knowledge to prepare for work in the live performance industry.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Nil
CORE UNITS DELIVERED
- CUADAN211 – Develop basic dance techniques
- CUADAN212 – Incorporate artistic expression into basic dance performances
- 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
Electives are chosen by you to suit your students’ needs.
CUA20220 CERTIFICATE II IN CREATIVE INDUSTRIES
QUALIFICATION DESCRIPTION
This qualification reflects the role of individuals with the skills and knowledge to perform in a range of varied activities in the creative industries where there is a defined range of contexts. It applies to work in different work environments that include entertainment customer service, staging, television and radio production, broadcasting production, lighting and sound, theatre, scenery and set construction, screen and media, and film production.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Nil
CORE UNITS
- BSBTWK201 – Work effectively with others
- CUAIND211 – Develop and apply creative arts industry knowledge
- CUAWHS312 – Apply work health and safety practices
Electives are chosen by you to suit your students’ needs.
CUA30120 CERTIFICATE Ill IN DANCE
QUALIFICATION DESCRIPTION
This qualification reflects the role of a person working in a varied context in the live performance industry. Individuals are expected to demonstrate application of foundational skills and knowledge for routine activities expected for dance and live performance contexts.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
An audition or other form of evidence is required where the candidate must demonstrate competence in at least one dance style at Certificate II level.
CORE UNITS DELIVERED
- CUACHR311 – Develop basic dance composition skills
- CUADAN331 – Integrate rhythm into movement activities
- CUAIND311 – Work effectively in the creative arts industry
- CUAPRF317 – Develop performance techniques
- CUAWHS311 – Condition body for dance performance
Electives are chosen by you to suit your students’ needs.
CUA30220 Certificate III in Community, Dance and Theatre Events
QUALIFICATION DESCRIPTION
This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in a variety of community-based performance and production contexts, using some discretion and judgement and relevant theoretical knowledge. It applies to individuals who work in small-scale dance, theatre and events environments within the creative industries. Individuals at this level may provide support to others involved in production with limited responsibility overseeing other personnel.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
ATOD make it a requirement that the student must undertake an audition or be studying towards their elementary or equivalent exam.
CORE UNITS
- BSBTWK301 – Use inclusive work practices
- CUAIND311 – Work effectively in the creative arts industry
- CUAIND314 – Plan a career in the creative arts industry
- CUAWHS312 – Apply work health and safety practices
Electives are chosen by you to suit your students’ needs.
CUA30320 CERTIFICATE Ill IN ASSISTANT DANCE TEACHING
QUALIFICATION DESCRIPTION
This qualification reflects the role of a person working in a varied context in the dance teaching industry, providing assistance and support to teachers and students under supervision.
Individuals are expected to use some discretion and judgement and relevant theoretical knowledge to assist in instructing, managing and planning classroom activities.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
ATOD make it a requirement that the student must undertake an audition or be studying towards their elementary or equivalent exam.
CORE UNITS
- BSBWHS211 – Contribute to the health and safety of self and others
- CHCECE006 – Support behaviour of children and young people
- CHCLEG003 – Manage legal and ethical compliance
- CUADLT311 – Develop basic dance analysis skills
- CUADTM311 – Assist with dance teaching
- CUAMLT211 – Develop musical ideas and knowledge
CUAWHS413 – Incorporate anatomy principles into skill development - HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid
Electives are chosen by you to suit your students’ needs.
CUA40120 CERTIFICATE IV IN DANCE
QUALIFICATION DESCRIPTION
This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in a wide variety of dance performance contexts. They apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They may provide leadership and guidance to others and have limited responsibility for the output of others.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
An audition or other form of evidence is required where the candidate must demonstrate competence in at least one dance style at Certificate Ill level.
CORE UNITS DELIVERED
- CUACHR413 – Develop choreography skills
- CUADAN313 – Develop and apply dance partnering techniques
- CUADAN417 – Develop expertise in dance performance techniques
- CUAPRF414 – Develop movement skills for performance
- CUAPRF415 – Rehearse for performances
- CUAWHS41 – Apply movement and behavioural principles to physical conditioning
Electives are chosen by you to suit your students’ needs.
CUA40320 CERTIFICATE IV IN DANCE TEACHING AND MANAGEMENT
QUALIFICATION DESCRIPTION
This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in a variety of dance teaching contexts, including private dance studios. They apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems and analyse and evaluate information relating to the assessment of dance students. They may provide leadership and guidance to others and have limited responsibility for the output of others.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
ATOD make it a requirement the student must undertake an audition or have successfully completed an Elementary Exam or equivalent in a genre of dance.
CORE UNITS
- CUACHR412 – Create short dance pieces
- CUADTM412 – Promote the physical and emotional wellbeing of children in performing arts
- CUADTM413 – Apply safe dance teaching methods
CUADTM421 – Teach basic dance techniques - HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid
- CUADTM431 – Design and conduct dance learning program
- CUAWHS405 – Provide a safe performing arts environment for children
Electives are chosen by you to suit your students’ needs.
CUA40520 CERTIFICATE IV IN MUSICAL THEATRE
QUALIFICATION DESCRIPTION
This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in a wide variety of performance contexts that require a combination of singing, dancing and acting skills. Individuals will need to develop and apply performance skills for both solo and ensemble contexts. They may provide leadership and guidance to others and have limited responsibility for the output of others.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
An audition or other form of evidence where the candidate demonstrates competence in vocal, dance and/or acting skills at Certificate Ill level.
CORE UNITS
- CUAACT412 – Develop and apply acting techniques for musical theatre
- CUADAN422 – Develop dance techniques for musical theatre
- CUAPRF314 – Develop audition techniques
- CUAPRF418 – Perform solo in a musical theatre context
- CUAPRF419 – Perform in a musical theatre ensemble
CUAVOS411 – Develop singing techniques for musical theatre - CUAVOS413 – Develop vocal techniques for musical theatre
- CUAPPR414 – Develop self as artist
Electives are chosen by you to suit your students’ needs.
CUA51520 DIPLOMA OF PROFESSIONAL DANCE (ELITE PERFORMANCE)
QUALIFICATION DESCRIPTION
This qualification reflects the role of dancers working or aspiring to work in professional dance companies. At this level, individuals are expected to apply theory and creative skills in a range of situations and to display initiative and judgement in planning activities. They have autonomy in performing complex technical operations and can be responsible for planning, coordinating and evaluating the work of others within broad but generally well-defined parameters.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
An audition or other form of evidence is required where the candidate must demonstrate competence in at least one dance style at Certificate IV level.
CORE UNITS
- CUADAN517 – Refine dance partnering techniques
- CUADAN531 – Refine dance techniques
- CUAPPR512 – Develop sustainability of own professional practice
- CUAPRF511 – Refine performance techniques
CUAPRF513 – Prepare for and perform in competitive environments - CUAWHS413 – Incorporate anatomy principles into skill development
- CUAWHS511 – Maintain a high level of fitness for performance
Electives are chosen by you to suit your students’ needs.
CUA50220 DIPLOMA OF MUSICAL THEATRE
QUALIFICATION DESCRIPTION
This qualification reflects the role of performers working or aspiring to work in musical theatre and cabaret productions. At this this level, individuals are expected to apply theory and creative skills in different performances and rehearsal contexts and to display initiative and judgement in planning creative activities. They demonstrate leadership in performing complex creative and technical operations and can be responsible for planning, coordinating and evaluating the work of others within broad but generally well-defined parameters.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
An audition or other form of evidence where the candidate demonstrates competence in vocal, dance and/or acting skills at Certificate IV level.
CORE UNITS
- CUAIND412 – Provide freelance services
- CUAMPF417 – Develop vocal techniques
- CUAPRF511 – Refine performance techniques
- CUAPRF513 – Prepare for and perform in competitive environments
- CUAPRF514 – Refine musical theatre techniques
- CUAWHS511 – Maintain a high level of fitness for performance
Electives are chosen by you to suit your students’ needs.
CUA50320 DIPLOMA OF DANCE TEACHING AND MANAGEMENT
QUALIFICATION DESCRIPTION
This qualification reflects the role of dance teachers and dance studio managers with the cognitive and communication skills to transmit skills and knowledge to others. At this level, individuals are expected to apply theory and creative skills in a range of situations and to display initiative and judgement in planning activities. They have autonomy in performing complex technical operations and can be responsible for planning, coordinating and evaluating the work of others within broad but generally well-defined parameters.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Students must have completed the core units of the Certificate IV in Dance Teaching and Management. ATOD require students to have successfully completed their elementary or equivalent exam or undertake an audition.
CORE UNITS DELIVERED
- BSBFIN501 – Manage budgets and financial plans
- BSBOPS502 – Manage business operational plans
- BSBWHS521 – Ensure a safe workplace for a work area
- CUACHR511 – Create and perform complex dance pieces
- CUADTM519 – Refine professional practice as a dance teacher
- CUAPPM511 – Manage small-scale live productions
- SITXMPR007 – Develop and implement marketing strategies
Electives are chosen to suit student’s needs.
CUA60120 ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF PROFESSIONAL DANCE (ELITE PERFORMANCE)
QUALIFICATION DESCRIPTION
This qualification reflects the role of dancers with the technique and talent required to work in professional dance companies, as well as commercial or competition settings. At this level, individuals are expected to apply wide- ranging, highly specialised technical, creative and conceptual skills to express ideas and perspectives required for chosen dance styles. They have autonomy in performing complex operations and can be expected to apply initiative and judgement in planning, design, and technical or management functions.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
An audition or other form of evidence is required where the candidate must demonstrate competence in at least one dance style at Diploma level.
CORE UNITS
- CUADAN531 – Refine dance techniques
- CUADAN631 – Perform dance repertoire at a professional level
- CUAWHS611 – Apply advanced gym and weight training to dance
- CUAWHS612 – Develop strategies for maintaining resilience in a competitive environment
Electives are chosen by you to suit your students’ needs.
THE NEXT STEPS
QUALIFICATION DESCRIPTION
There are a number of steps to be taken to progress this partnership.
1. You must ensure that you have a sufficient number of trainers available to deliver the qualifications and that they have the following:
a) Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
b) Current industry experience relevant to the units they will be training
c) Working with children clearance as required by your state legislation
d) Willingness to continually develop professionally in the three areas of Dance/Theatre, Vocational Education and Training and Training and Assessment.
2. Your studio must be willing to provide:
a) Current first aid certificate for a minimum of one employee who is available during most operational hours.
b) Current insurance documents.
3. The Principal of the studio must sign a fit and proper person agreement
Following this, please contact the ATOD Head Office and ask for a copy of our auspicing contract which documents the roles and responsibilities. Once you have received this, please read it and contact us with any further questions.
Once you have returned the formal agreement:
1. Your studio can begin to develop advertising materials to attract students. This material must be approved by ATOD.
2. ATOD will provide you templates to assist you to develop a course which suits your students’ needs. This structure will require approval from ATOD to ensure that all requirements of the qualification are met.
3. Once you have supplied an approved course structure, ATOD will provide you with access to our assessment materials.
Once you have completed this, your studio is able to develop the training delivery materials which suit your students’ styles of learning in case they are not currently available within ATOD`s resources.
OUR SUPPORT TO YOU
ATOD will:
• Visit all sites at a minimum, every two years, to check on Workplace Health and Safety procedures and to verify that students are not pre-paying more than $1,500 at any point in their studies. We are also available to provide general support to studio trainers.
• Always be available to support our partners, answer questions and provide general assistance as required.
• Be responsible for all government reporting.
• Assisting all areas of complaints or disputes, only after the student has exhausted all mechanisms in place at the studio.
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FORM
ADMINISTRATION AND ENQUIRIES
Head Office: Suite 12, 3990 Pacific Highway, Loganholme QLD 4129
Mail: PO BOX 3005 Loganholme QLD 4129
Office Hours: Monday – Friday 9.00am – 4.00pm (EST)
Phone Numbers:
1800 106 227 (if calling within Australia)
+61 7 32002198 (if calling from overseas or mobile)
Email:
Company Secretary: secretary@atod.net.au
Examinations: exams@atod.net.au
RTO: rto@atod.net.au
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