Course Objective
The objective of VCE VET Dance is for school age students to complete a vocational qualification in dance to enhance their knowledge of technique, theory and performance. Students will learn through hands on practical studies devised and delivered by Jason Coleman’s Ministry of Dance in a unique way that gives you the very best of MOD opportunities!
Who is eligible for VCE VET Dance?
VCE VET dance is primarily designed for year 10, 11 and 12 students and previous dance training is recommended. All applicants must complete the application form followed by an interview with the Director of Education at Jason Coleman’s Ministry of Dance.
Students are not required to be a part of Jason Coleman’s Ministry of Dance Junior School to be eligible for this program and external students are highly encouraged to sustain their existing dance training at their local dance school to achieve maximum results and progression of their dance studies.
Through our existing partnership programs, Jason Coleman’s Ministry of Dance invites all present and previous Wakakirri and State School Spectacular performers to apply!
VCE VET Dance ATAR Score contribution
One of the most wonderful things about VCE VET Dance is that it is one few vocational qualifications that can contribute to your personal Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR Score). This means that if dance and performance is your passion your results from this program can contribute to your overall ATAR score at school – making the jump towards tertiary training one step closer!
Course Structure
We have revolutionised VCE VET Dance through the combination of weekly classes, productions and dance festivals. Here you get to complete 3 hours of study one evening per week at Jason Coleman’s Ministry of Dance. Weekly classes will be a combination of practical and theoretical study. During school holiday seasons we invite you in to participate in our renowned dance festival programs. This means that you will be training from 10.00am – 4.00pm in our Summer Festival! We are fortunate enough that students attending our festivals travel from all over Australia and New Zealand to attend so there is no doubt you will make lasting friendships in this program too. And remember this all contributes to your ATAR score!
VCE VET Dance Study Hours
VCE VET Dance is delivered over a 2 year period. Students will complete units 1 & 2 during their 1st year of study and units 3 & 4 in their second year of study. The course structure at Jason Coleman’s Ministry of Dance is outlined as follows:
1st Year (units 1 & 2)
3 hours practical & theory class per week for 30 weeks = 90 hours
VCE / VET Dance Intensive = 18 hours
Production = 10 hours
Home study = 30 hours
Total hours 1st year = 148
2nd Year (Units 3 & 4)
3 hours practical and theory class per week for 36 weeks =108 hours
Summer Festival 5 days = 30 hours
Production 10
Solo performance examination 6 hours
Home study = 30 hours
Total 2nd year hours = 204 hours
Career Pathways
For the past 10 years Jason Coleman’s Ministry of Dance have been training professional dance and musical theatre performers in the Full Time Course. Our graduates work as performers, teachers, choreographers, directors and event managers Australia wide and internationally.
By completing VCE VET Dance students will obtain a full Certificate II in Dance as well units contributing to a Certificate III in Dance. Completing VCE VET Dance at Jason Coleman’s Ministry of Dance will provide students with a solid base for entry to the Diploma of Dance qualifications in the Full Time Course.
Who will my teachers be?
VCE VET Dance will be managed and directed by Eilidh Dragovic, Director of Education at Jason Coleman’s Ministry of Dance. Eilidh is a graduate of London Contemporary Dance School (BA Honours) and has worked in the dance education sector in England, Scotland and Australia for the past 20 years. Primarily over the past 10 years Eilidh has been heavily involved in the development and delivery of tertiary dance training both at Jason Coleman’s Ministry of Dance and Federation University Arts Academy. Eilidh’s prime area of expertise lies in the writing, designing and delivering of Dance and Musical Theatre qualifications at Certificate II, Certificate III, Certificate IV, Diploma and Bachelor level qualifications.
Eilidh has also served on the board of advisors for the implementation of the national Certificate IV in Musical Theatre qualification (2012) as well as completing four years of service for the board of Ausdance Victoria, specialising in dance education. Eilidh will be delivering the weekly practical and theory classes on a Monday night and will oversee the development and progression of each individual student.
Festival Teachers
The students will have immediate access to some of the most sought after tutors and choreographers in the country, including Jason Coleman and Adrian Ricks and Diana Williams.
Guest Teachers
From our large network of industry professionals we will be delighted to invite a selection of guest teachers to work with the students throughout the year during the Monday evening weekly classes.
Registered Training Organisation
Jason Coleman's Ministry of Dance has an auspicing agreement with The Australian Institute of Education and Training (AIET) RTO Provider Number: 121314.