-

Qualification details

GQAL Level 3 Certificate for Dance Teaching Assistant

Qualification summary

This qualification has been developed as part of a suite designed to meet the need for continuing professional development in the dance teaching community and to provide a secure foundation for good practice in dance teaching both for new teachers and for those working as assistant teachers of dance. The qualifications place a clear emphasis on the knowledge and understanding necessary for effective teaching in the context of dance and are formed around a common core of modules covering principles, practice and professional responsibilities. Experienced teachers of dance and those with Qualified Teacher status are able to take advantage of accreditation of prior and experiential learning (APEL and APL) arrangements. This particular qualification is aimed at those who are seeking to work under supervision as dance teaching assistants. Minimum age 12 years and over and Grade 7 or equivalent from any recognised dance examination body.

Qualification details

500/3051/6
GQAL - Graded Qualifications Alliance
3
OG - Other General Qualification
Accreditation start date:
01/09/2007
Operational start date in centres:
01/09/2007
Accreditation end date:
31/08/2010
Certification end date:
31/08/2013
England
Pre 16, 16-18, 18+, 19+
Wales
Pre 16, 16-18, 18+, 19+
N.Ireland
Pre 16, 16-18, 18+, 19+
Approval start date:
05/10/2007
Approval end date:
31/08/2010
English
The structure of the award ensures opportunities for progression from NQF Level 3 and 4. Progression is achieved through the General Graded Examination structure. This syllabus provides for three grades each progressively differentiated by outcome. Progression beyond NQF Level 4. It is envisaged that progression into vocationally related qualifications and Higher Education at comparable and higher levels than this award will be accessed through the GQAL structure in collaboration with the School of Education and Lifelong Learning, Exeter University.
Dance Teacher
  • 09 Arts, Media and Publishing
    • 09.1  Performing Arts
70
Pass/Merit/Distinction
Coursework
Oral Examination
Practical Examination
All examoinations are performance based and are structured so that the duration of each examination provides opportunities for all learners to demonstrate achievement both through observed performance and in discussion with an external assessor. Learners may be assessed individually or as part of a group. Notional assessment duration for each learner is 90 minutes. Please see the syllabus for further information.
Performance Measures
This is a one unit qualification
  • R/501/2690 - Certificate for Dance Teaching Assistants