Dance, CA [DAN-CT, 30 Total Credits]

GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

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DESCRIPTION

This certificate provides preparation for those wishing to pursue teaching opportunities in dance, or enhance their ability to succeed in the professional dance world.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

1. Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the basic theoretical elements common to all genres of dance.

2. Demonstrate a sound grounding in both ballet and modern dance techniques.

3. Demonstrate competency in dance by performing in both informal and formal settings before a live audience.

4. Demonstrate critical thinking skills through participation in course offerings such as Dance Appreciation, Improvisation, and Choreography, which encourage creativity,evaluative processes and exposure to a diverse range of aesthetic points of view.

5. Exhibit essential rehearsal disciplines expected of professional dancers.

6. Demonstrate awareness of the interconnection among related art forms such as music and visual art.