Level 4 Diploma in Dance Teaching
Available from 1st April 2016
Main features of this level
In April 2016, the IDTA introduced a new qualification, the IDTA Level 4 Diploma in Dance Teaching as an alternative to the Associate examination in Ballroom, Latin, Classical Sequence and Freestyle. Candidates have the option to study for the Associate or the Level 4 Diploma in Dance Teaching in their chosen genre. The Level 4 Diploma in Dance Teaching qualification is divided into three units and unit 2 can be taken as a whole or in a modular format over a period of time. For further details go to the Members' Hub and select Qualifications, full details of the Level 4 Diploma in Dance Teaching.
How will you be assessed?
The qualification is a practical examination conducted by an IDTA appointed Examiner. Candidates are required to produce a portfolio for Unit 1 and Teaching logs and evidence of lesson planning for Unit 3, for the IDTA Examiner to review in advance of the examination. In Unit 2, candidates will be asked to demonstrate and discuss with the Examiner all aspects of the syllabus. In unit 3 candidates are also required to teach a small class of pupils so the Examiner may observe their teaching skills and discuss with the Examiner their teaching logs, lesson plans and continuing professional development.
Prerequisites
Minimum age 18 years. Please see recommended prior learning guidance in the Candidate Handbook.
Future progression
Higher level professional qualifications are available at Licentiate level and Fellowships level.
Fees
Candidates for IDTA dance teaching qualifications are required to apply using the IDTA Level 4 Diploma in Dance Teaching Application Forms and pay the examination fee in advance. Training fees are set by the teacher.
Membership status
Ballroom, Latin and Classical Sequence are the "core-subject" genres which form the IDTA's Ballroom Branch. Freestyle is the "core-subject" for the IDTA's Freestyle Branch. Candidates who successfully pass the Level 4 Diploma in Dance Teaching qualification are invited to be members of the IDTA, on payment of an annual subscription. Members holding qualifications in the Ballroom Branch may enter candidates for examinations in that Branch. Members holding the Freestyle qualification may enter candidates for examination in the Freestyle Branch. IDTA members holding Ballroom Branch and Freestyle Branch core dance genres are termed "full members" which entitles them to vote at the Annual General Meeting.
Examination Syllabi, technical information and resources
The syllabi and technique for the Level 4 Diploma in Dance Teaching qualifications can be found on the IDTA website (syllabus) and in the appropriate technique books; The Technique of Ballroom Dancing by Guy Howard, The Laird Technique of Latin Dancing by Walter Laird, The Guide to the Theory and Technique of Classical Sequence Dancing and Freestyle Dance and Advanced Freestyle by Anna Jones. The candidate will require a copy of the Professional and Amateur Dance Syllabus. DVDs are also available some of the genres and maybe of assistance.
Got a question about this qualification level?
See the FAQs for the Level 4 Diploma in the Members' Hub or talk to your teacher/coach or email IDTA Head Office.
Ready to apply?
For all application forms and course related material please click here to go to the dedicated Level 4 Diploma page. https://www.idta.co.uk/information-hub/qualifications/idta-level-4-diploma-in-dance-teaching/