The certificate/qualification in Safe and Effective Dance Practice is an exciting new initiative developed in partnership with Trinity College and the International Association for Dance Medicine and Science (IADMS).
What exactly is this course about?
The Certificate in Safe and Effective Dance Practice is unique in its specificity. Candidates registering for the qualification will be assessed regarding their knowledge of the key principles underlying healthy dance practice, including basic applied anatomy and physiology, nutrition, and injury management and, in achieving the qualification, candidates will be able to demonstrate their knowledge of safe and effective dance practice to employers, parents, and participants. Dancers at all levels will have confidence that the person teaching, rehearsing or coaching them is qualified and has demonstrated mastery of the knowledge required to work safely and effectively with professional dancers, dancers in training, children, and dancers in the community.
Who should do this course?
The qualification is applicable to those working across all sectors of the dance profession and is applicable to all styles of dance, from ballet to ballroom, hip-hop, tap and jazz. There are no formal pre-requisites, but experience of dance teaching would be advisable.
Why do this course?
It’s ideal to understand and put into practice ideas that help to prevent injury and enhance their dancers’ performance potential. This is worth re-visiting if you are an established teacher, or learning about if you’re newly qualified. It will be an asset to have on your teaching CV.
Is it accredited?
In the UK and other countries with similar programs, the level is equivalent to that of the end of the second year of a three-year degree course, or the third year of a four-year degree course. The Certificate has been accredited by the UK's Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) as Level 5 on the National Qualifications Framework.
Next course dates at Hype Dance, Sheffield
Please enquire as to when the next course date is.
If you would like more information, or to register for the course, please do contact us. Alternatively, download a booking form.
