ISTD
Level 6
QN: 610/2746/7
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ISTD Level 6 Diploma in Dance Pedagogy
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by ISTD. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 318 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 6
Awarding Body
ISTD
Syllabus Units
9 Units
Guided Hours
318 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Applied Dance Science
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Critically evaluate and communicate current dance science and medicine research
- Apply current research and evidence to promote health and support the improvement development of an area of dance performance
2
Choreography
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate an applied understanding of the fundamental principles of choreography and the potential of the body as an expressive tool
- plan and choreograph an original piece of dance on a chosen group
3
ISTD Level 6 Diploma in Dance Pedagogy
Applied Dance Science
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- LO1 Critically evaluate and communicate current dance science and medicine researchLO2 Apply current research and evidence to promote health and support the improvement development of an area of dance performance
4
ISTD Level 6 Diploma in Dance Pedagogy
Choreography
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- LO1 Demonstrate an applied understanding of the fundamental principles of choreography and the potential of the body as an expressive tool LO2 Conceive, plan and choreograph an original piece of dance on a chosen group
5
ISTD Level 6 Diploma in Dance Pedagogy
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand key principles and core concepts of ISTD Level 6 Diploma in Dance Pedagogy.
- Apply practical knowledge, methods, and evaluation in ISTD Level 6 Diploma in Dance Pedagogy.
6
ISTD Level 6 Diploma in Dance Pedagogy
Planning and Evaluating Programmes of Learning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- LO1 Understand teaching roles and responsibilitiesLO2 Plan inclusive programmes of learning and assessment to meet the needs of learners
7
ISTD Level 6 Diploma in Dance Pedagogy
Reflective Practice
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- LO1 Critically review and apply models of professional reflective practiceLO2 Be able to evaluate own learning and wider professional development
8
ISTD Level 6 Diploma in Dance Pedagogy
Social, Emotional and Cognitive Development
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Analyse the potential of the dance class to support individual social development
- Evaluate the potential of the dance class to support individual emotional development
- Assess the potential of the dance class to support individual cognitive development
- Analyse the importance of the group in supporting positive psychological development
- Evaluate the importance of the environment in supporting positive psychological development
- Apply theories of social, emotional, and cognitive development to dance teaching practice
9
ISTD Level 6 Diploma in Dance Pedagogy
Teaching Classical Ballet
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Analyse the anatomical and technical demands of classical ballet movements
- Create advanced ballet sequences that demonstrate safe and expressive movement
- Devise movement sequences tailored to specific learning outcomes
- Evaluate the role of musical accompaniment in enhancing ballet performance
- Apply inclusive teaching strategies to cater to diverse learners
- Implement assessment methods to monitor student progress in ballet
10
ISTD Level 6 Diploma in Dance Pedagogy
Teaching Dance in Education and Community Settings
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- LO1 Understand how to plan and structure a creative learning experience in danceLO2 Demonstrate effective delivery of a creative dance class, taking account of the needs of the learners and the educational context
11
ISTD Level 6 Diploma in Dance Pedagogy
Teaching Musical Theatre
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Analyse the anatomical and technical demands of jazz and tap movements in relation to safe practice.
- Evaluate the role of musical style in shaping movement quality and expression in Musical Theatre.
- Create advanced jazz and tap sequences that align with specific learning aims.
- Demonstrate advanced teaching skills in breaking down and explaining complex steps and sequences.
- Apply principles of musicality to enhance timing and stylistic authenticity in performance.
- Justify the selection of movement vocabulary based on anatomical principles and genre conventions.
12
ISTD Level 6 Diploma in Dance Pedagogy
The Practice of Dance Teaching and Learning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- LO1 Deliver inclusive programmes of learningLO2 Apply a variety of communication strategies in a practical learning environmentLO3 Implement assessment systems in dance teaching and learning
13
Planning and Evaluating Programmes of Learning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand teaching roles and responsibilities
- Plan inclusive programmes of learning and assessment to meet the needs of learners
14
Reflective Practice
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Critically review and apply models of professional reflective practice
- Be able to evaluate own learning and wider professional development
15
Social, Emotional and Cognitive Development
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify and analyse the potential of the dance class to support individual social, emotional and cognitive development
- Identify and analyse the importance of the group and environment in supporting positive psychological development
16
Teaching Classical Ballet
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the technical and anatomical implications of dance practice in the classical ballet genre
- Be able to demonstrate an advanced level of teaching in the analysis and creation of sequences and steps in the classical ballet genre
- Be able to devise and apply sequences of movement to meet specific learning aims
- Understand the role of musical accompaniment in enhancing timing, movement quality and expression
17
Teaching Dance in Education and Community Settings
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to plan and structure a creative learning experience in dance
- Demonstrate effective delivery of a creative dance class, taking account of the needs of the learners and the educational context
18
Teaching Musical Theatre
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the technical and anatomical implications of dance practice in the jazz and tap genres
- Be able to demonstrate an advanced level of teaching in the analysis and creation of sequences and steps in the jazz and tap genres
- Be able to devise and apply sequences of movement to meet specific learning aims
- Fully appreciate the role of musical ‘style’ in enhancing movement quality and expression
19
The Practice of Dance Teaching and Learning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Deliver inclusive programmes of learning
- Apply a variety of communication strategies in a practical learning environment
- Implement assessment systems in dance teaching and learning
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/2746/7
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- ISTD
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2023