A nationally recognised qualification designed for studios ready to grow the teaching side of their business.
Certificate IV in Dance Teaching and Management
Build the Next Generation of Dance Teachers
Empowering studios to deliver accredited dance education
The CUA40320 Certificate IV in Dance Teaching and Management is a nationally recognised qualification that prepares dancers to step confidently into teaching and leadership roles within the dance industry.
Delivered exclusively through DTO Partner Studios, this program gives studios the opportunity to offer their students a government-recognised qualification backed by Australia’s specialist RTO for dance education — Dance Training Organisation (RTO #45789).
Unlike other courses that focus on performance, DTO programs strengthen the teaching and management side of dance — helping studios build long-term, sustainable career pathways and create new revenue opportunities.
Expand your studio’s offerings and elevate your teaching program
As a DTO Partner Studio, you’ll have access to everything you need to deliver this qualification with confidence while we take care of the RTO compliance, certification, and ongoing support.
Our partnership model is designed for qualified trainers and assessors who are ready to deliver accredited training within their own studio environment.
You’ll gain:
- A complete set of curriculum and assessment resources
- Guidance on compliance, delivery, and student progression
- Support from the DTO team throughout the training year
- Certificates issued by Dance Training Organisation (RTO #45789)
Important:
This qualification is available only through approved partner studios. Individual students cannot enrol directly with DTO, but we can refer students to one of our current partners.
What’s Included in the Qualification
The CUA40320 Certificate IV in Dance Teaching and Management includes 14 units — 7 core and 7 elective; providing a balance of technical teaching skills, child safety, anatomy, business practices, and self-care in the creative industries.
- CUACHR412 – Create short dance pieces
- CUADTM412 – Promote the physical and emotional wellbeing of children in performing arts
- CUADTM413 – Apply safe dance teaching methods
- CUADTM421 – Teach basic dance techniques
- CUADTM431 – Design and conduct dance learning program
- CUAWHS405 – Provide a safe performing arts environment for children
- HLTAID011 – Provide first aid (Completed externally)
Elective units may vary based on studio delivery. First Aid (HLTAID011) is completed externally.
Note: electives may vary between studios.
- CUADLT311 – Develop basic dance analysis skills
- CUADTM402 – Teach basic classical ballet dance technique
- CUADTM404 – Teach basic jazz dance technique
- CUADTM405 – Teach basic contemporary dance technique
- CUADTM406 – Teach basic tap dance technique
- CUAMWB401 – Develop and implement own self-care plan in the creative industries
- BSBTWK301 – Use inclusive work practices
Ready to deliver the Certificate IV in your studio?
We’d love to connect with studios who share our vision for quality dance education and are ready to strengthen the teaching and management side of their business.
You’ll receive guidance on the partnership process, compliance, and everything you need to get started.