Teacher Training Program in Dance2024-06-19T11:59:50-04:00

Teacher Training Program in Dance

DESCRIPTION

Jointly offered by the École de danse contemporaine de Montréal and the École supérieure de ballet du Québec, in collaboration with the Cégep du Vieux Montréal, the Teacher Training Program in Classical or Contemporary Dance leads to an Attestation of Collegial Studies (ACS). Consisting of a core curriculum with two training options (classical or contemporary dance), the program includes 720 course hours. Depending on their entry profile, graduates will be able to work in sports and leisure establishments or advanced training schools.
Two training options are available: Classical or Contemporary Dance.
Depending on the session, the program is offered part-time or full-time over one year (two 15-week terms followed by 90 hours of on-the-job training), for a total of 720 hours of training (330 hours of core curriculum and 390 hours of electives).
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OBJECTIVES

The Teacher Training Program in Classical or Contemporary Dance aims to develop the skills, abilities, knowledge and attitudes needed to teach dance. By including a significant number of hours of practice, it promotes the integration of practical know-how.
• Promotes the transfer of skills in the workplace through practical internships at the École supérieure de ballet du Québec, the École de danse contemporaine de Montréal and their partner schools.
• Allows DCS Dance Performance (561.B0) graduates to access a specialization and more job opportunities.

CONTENT

FULL PROGRAM  STRUCTURECOURSE DESCRIPTION (pdf - in French only)

Fall 2024:

561-PC4-VM - MUSIC AND DANCE TEACHING (45 hours)

Teachers: Marc Boivin, Thom Gossage
Tuesdays, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, August 27 - December 10, 2024

561-DC2-VM - WORKPLACE INITIATION IN CONTEMPORARY DANCE I (45 hours)

Part 1: 6 weeks, September 3 - October 11
Teacher: Emmanuelle Bourassa Beaudoin
Tuesday 9:45 - 11:15 a.m.: Observation of a contemporary dance class
Tuesday 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.: Discussion or lecture class
Each week: Observation of another technical class offered during the week (new practices, technical fundamentals, or ballet), your choice.

Block 2: 5 weeks, October 21 - November 22
Teacher: Anne Le Beau
Tuesday 9:45 - 11:15 a.m.: Observation of a contemporary dance class
Tuesday 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.: Discussion or lecture class
Each week: Observation of another technical class offered during the week (new practices, technical fundamentals, or ballet), your choice.

561-DC5-VM - ELEMENTS OF IMPROVISATION, COMPOSITION AND PRODUCTION IN CONTEMPORARY DANCE (60 hours)

Teachers: Manuel Roque, Isabelle Poirier

Class: How to direct an improvisation
Thursday, 9h00-12h00, September 5 - October 10 (in studio)

Class: Working as a rehearsal director (how to participate as a rehearsal director in creation, rehearsal, sequencing and performance)
Thursday October 31, November 14 and November 28: 9h00-12h00 + Thursday December 12: 9h00-11h00

Observation: creation, rehearsal and sequencing of a piece
21 hours according to your availability, minimum 1 time per week, October 21 - December 13

Observation: one day of production in theatre
TBC (either December 16, 17 or 18)

SCHEDULE

Fall 2024
Registration deadline: August 12
• From: August 27
• Until: December 18
• Break: October 14-18
NB : A minimum of participants is required to guarantee the classes. Please, fill the form as soon as possible.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

To be admitted into the program, applicants must:
•  Hold a Dance Performance (561.B0) DCS in Classical or Contemporary Dance or the equivalent OR a recognized experience in a recreative dance teaching context.
Specific requirements:
•  Have sufficient knowledge of written and spoken French.

REGISTRATION ADMISSION

For the contemporary option, please fill the online form no later than August 12 (Fall session) and in January 14 at 3 p.m. (Winter session).
This application must include:
• Resume
• Photograph
• Secondary transcripts
• Birth certificate
Applicants who have not completed the DCS 561.B0 must send supporting documents in order to be granted equivalences.
Upon acceptance into this program, other documents are required in order to finalize your admission. Application intentions should also be sent to Philippe Jacques.
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TUITION

Medical insurances are mandatory.

CONTACT

If you require more information, please contact Philippe Jacques:
Email or 514 866-9814 extension 231
Upon acceptance into this program, other documents are required in order to finalize your admission.

Photo: Juan David Padilla / Dancers: Oly Dion, Rosalie Boivin, Coralie Caloz

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