Ballet Dancer Courses
A Ballet Dancer performs in productions, rehearsing extensively, auditioning for roles, and collaborating with teams while maintaining fitness.
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How do I become a Ballet Dancer
Get qualified to work as a Ballet Dancer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
CUA30120
Duration
11 months - 24 months
Study mode
On Campus, Online
Become a dance professional with the CUA30120 Certificate III in Dance. This nationally recognised qualification covers a range of dance styles (ballet, jazz, rhythm, contemporary) and will develop your audition, improvisation, partnering and performance techniques. The course also helps you condition your body for dance performance, plus improve your overall level of fitness.
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Duration
11 months - 24 months
Study mode
On Campus, Online
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CUA40120
Duration
6 months - 24 months
The CUA40120 Certificate IV In Dance is for experienced dancers who want hone their performance skills or become dance teachers and choreographers. Over 12-18 months of study you’ll be building your physical condition and confidence as an artist, while working alongside a dance teacher in your preferred genre (jazz, street dance, ballet, tap, cultural dance and other contemporary styles).
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Duration
6 months - 24 months
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Estimated fee
From $44,755
The Bachelor of Creative Arts (Dance) explores practical and theoretical dance elements. Refine your skills through elite-level study, learning technical and creative dance aspects, body conditioning, and wellbeing. Your studies include classical and contemporary dance, acting, anatomy, kinesiology, history of dance, music composition, and production techniques. Train in state-of-the-art rehearsal and performance spaces. Prepare for a career as a professional dancer or choreographer.
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From $44,755
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The Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance) nurtures dance artists who are both physically adept and culturally insightful. This course offers specialist education in contemporary dance practices, dance science and somatics, critical dance studies, choreography, and performance. It prepares students to meet the technical, kinaesthetic, and creative demands of a dance career. Students will develop a strong foundation in contemporary dance techniques and gain experience across various genres, equipping them with a di...
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How much does a Ballet Dancer earn?
In Australia, a full time Ballet Dancer generally earns $1,200 per week ($62,400 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Ballet Dancer?
Job opportunities for Ballet Dancers have remained stable in Australia over the past five years. There are a small number of people in this industry though with 1,000 people currently in this job role. Ballet Dancers generally find work in larger cities where productions are based.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Ballet Dancer?
If you’re an experienced Ballet Dancer wanting to start a professional career you could enrol in a Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance). This qualification will help you expand your performance skills with topics such as partnering, solo performance and nutrition and fitness. You could also consider a Certificate III or IV in Dance or an Advanced Diploma of Art (Musical Theatre and Commercial Dance).
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A Ballet Dancer performs in productions either in an individual role or as part of a larger dance group. You’ll usually be following a choreographed set but you may occasionally be required to come up with your own routine. Ballet Dancers spend a lot of time rehearsing either on their own, with a dance partner or with a full dance ensemble. You will also have to audition for roles in future ballet productions.
Professional Ballet Dancers are highly talented and dedicated to their profession. You’ll have to keep yourself fit and healthy and be ready to take on a range of different roles. Ballet Dancers need to be good at working as part of a larger team and should be willing to work irregular hours.
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