Dance
Program Description
Have you ever thought about a career in dance? It’s not too late! The dance program at MSJC offers opportunities for people of diverse backgrounds and experiences to pursue a career in the field of dance. Classes in various dance techniques, world dance forms, choreography, improvisation, performance, and dance history create a full program of study for the developing student. Dance techniques offered include modern dance/contemporary, jazz, ballet, hip hop, world dance forms, and tap. We look deeply into the genres we study to discover the intersections of race, class, and gender within the embodied histories of each form. Dance students enlarge their capacity to think critically and creatively, to embody compassion and sensitivity, and to build stronger, more supple and expressive bodies.
Dance majors go on to teach, perform, choreograph, direct, become dance therapists, write dance criticism, and/or become dance historians. Get started now in an enriching field of study by following a dance pathway that leads to a Certificate of Achievement in Dance, a Transfer A.A. in Dance, matriculation to a university program, and/or jump-start into the professional arena.
Transfer Preparation
MSJC offers a wide range of course work that prepares students for the workforce or for transfer to four-year colleges and universities. All four-year institutions prescribe their own standards for course evaluation and admissions. Courses that fulfill major requirements for an associate degree in a program at MSJC might not be the same as those required for transfer into a similar major at a four-year university. Please meet with a Counselor to confirm transfer requirements.
Transfer students are advised to do research on prospective majors and careers. The MSJC Transfer Center and MSJC catalog can be helpful tools. Students interested in transferring to CSU’s or UC’s can access major preparation by visiting ASSIST. All students are advised to meet with a counselor at least once a semester to create or update their comprehensive education plan.
Related-Content Groups
(4 attempts within a related-content group/each course 1 time for credit unless otherwise noted)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Ballet | ||
| DAN-121A | Beginning Ballet (formerly DAN-121) | 2 |
| DAN-121B | Advanced Beginning Ballet | 2 |
| DAN-128A | Intermediate Ballet 1 | 2 |
| DAN-128B | Advanced Intermediate Ballet 1 | 2 |
| Choreography | ||
| DAN/THA-108 | Improvisation for Dance and Theater | 3 |
| DAN-125 | Choreography I | 3 |
| DAN-225 | Choreography II | 3 |
| Conditioning | ||
| DAN-120 | Conditioning and Alignment for Dance | 2 |
| Dance Production | ||
| DAN/MUS/THA-209 | (thru SU16) | |
| DAN-212 | Dance Production | 1-3 |
| DAN-213 | Dance Performance | 1-3 |
| DAN-214 | Dance Touring Ensemble | 3 |
| DAN-216 | Musical Theater Production: Dance | 1-3 |
| Hip Hop | ||
| DAN-131A | Beginning Hip Hop (formerly DAN-131) | 2 |
| DAN-131B | Advanced Beginning Hip Hop | 2 |
| DAN-135A | Intermediate Hip Hop | 2 |
| DAN-135B | Advanced Intermediate Hip Hop | 2 |
| Jazz Dance | ||
| DAN-123A | Beginning Jazz Dance | 2 |
| DAN-123B | Advanced Beginning Jazz Dance | 2 |
| DAN-127A | Intermediate Jazz Dance | 2 |
| DAN-127B | Advanced Intermediate Jazz Dance | 2 |
| Modern Dance | ||
| DAN-122A | Beginning Modern Dance (formerly DAN-122) | 2 |
| DAN-122B | Advanced Beginning Modern Dance | 2 |
| DAN-126A | Intermediate Modern Dance 1 | 2 |
| DAN-126B | Advanced Intermediate Modern Dance 1 | 2 |
| Musical Theater Production | ||
| DAN/MUS/THA-209 | (thru SU16) | |
| DAN-216 | Musical Theater Production: Dance | 1-3 |
| MUS-216 | Musical Theater Production: Music | 1-3 |
| THA-216 | Musical Theater Production: Theater 2 | 1-3 |
| Tap Dance | ||
| DAN-124 | Beginning Tap Dance | 2 |
| DAN-129 | Intermediate Tap Dance | 2 |
| World Dance | ||
| DAN-201 | Dances of the World | 1 |
- 1
Repeatable 2 times for credit.
- 2
Repeatable 4 times for credit.
Contact Information
San Jacinto Campus
(951) 487-MSJC (6752)
1-800-624-5561
Julie Freeman (951) 487-3630
jfreeman@msjc.edu
Menifee Valley Campus
(951) 672-MSJC (6752)
1-800-452-3335
Paula Naggi (951) 639-5792
pnaggi@msjc.edu
- Develop an awareness of the history, diversity, and cultural significance of dance.
- Apply knowledge and skills gained to new and varied situations through dance expression.
- Discover and evaluate movement through the use of aesthetic tools gained.
- Compose, perform and evaluate works of artistic expression.
- Examine anatomical ideas and discover the connections required to demonstrate depth of knowledge and technical ability.
Discover in-demand careers and education options based on your interests! See the list of careers below or explore further by searching for Careers or Programs.
Note: There are no guaranteed positions for students completing these programs. Education and work experience required will vary by employer. The salary and benefits for specific occupations will be dependent on work experience, education, background, and employer. Labor market statistics are from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, US Census Bureau, O-NET, EMSI.
| Career/Industries | CA Annual Median Salary or Range | Employment Demand or Opening CA |
|---|---|---|
| Dancers (SM, A) | $46,126 | 237 |
| Choreographer (B) | $54,659 | 93 |
| Art, Drama, & Music Teachers, Postsecondary (M, D) | $101,041 | 22,810 |
| Occupational Therapist (M) | $102,175 | 1,117 |
| Physical Therapist (M, D) | $102,886 | 2,013 |
(degree required: SM some college, C: Certificate, A: Associate degree, B: Bachelor’s degree, M: Master’s degree, D: Doctorate)