Dance Certificate
The Certificate of Achievement in Dance is designed to provide a foundation in dance theory, technique, and aesthetics within a small liberal arts college environment. Students are immersed in a comprehensive program of dance study with a focus on choreography, improvisation, performance, history, and core techniques in commercial and contemporary styles. This two-year concentration and training ground prepares the student for the rigors of teaching within the local studio system, recreational centers, after-school programs, or in opening their own studios. A student’s potential and readiness to embark on a career as a dancer is enhanced through this course of study. When combined with GE requirements from Area B (CSU GE) or C (IGETC), the successful student is eligible for the A.A. in Dance (Transfer) and transfer to a four-year program to pursue a Bachelor of Arts degree in Dance. (Some courses may count for both certificate and general education requirements).
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Design Your Future!
Begin by exploring MSJC program maps to find career or transfer opportunities. Program maps show the recommended course sequence that leads to graduation or transfer. The maps were developed by program experts to give you the skills and knowledge you need to succeed.
- Starting in Spring? Choose Fall Semester 1 courses.
- Are you a part-time student? Start Fall Semester 1 courses and follow the course sequence.
| Fall Semester 1 | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| DAN-100 | History and Appreciation of Dance | 3 |
| Select one of the following | 2 | |
| Beginning Ballet | ||
| Beginning Modern Dance | ||
| Beginning Jazz Dance | ||
| Beginning Hip Hop (formerly DAN-131) | ||
| Select one of the following: | 2 | |
| Beginning Ballet | ||
| Beginning Modern Dance | ||
| Beginning Jazz Dance | ||
| Beginning Hip Hop (formerly DAN-131) | ||
| Beginning Tap Dance | ||
| Units | 7 | |
| Spring Semester 1 | ||
| DAN-212 or DAN-213 | Dance Production or Dance Performance | 1 |
| Select one of the following: | 2 | |
| Advanced Beginning Ballet | ||
| Advanced Beginning Modern Dance | ||
| Advanced Beginning Jazz Dance | ||
| Advanced Beginning Hip Hop | ||
| DAN-125 | Choreography I | 3 |
| Units | 6 | |
| Fall Semester 2 | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Improvisation for Dance and Theater | ||
| Dance Touring Ensemble | ||
| Choreography II | ||
| Select one of the following: | 2 | |
| Intermediate Modern Dance | ||
| Intermediate Jazz Dance | ||
| Intermediate Ballet | ||
| Intermediate Hip Hop | ||
| Intermediate Tap Dance | ||
| DAN-212 or DAN-213 | Dance Production or Dance Performance | 2 |
| Units | 7 | |
| Spring Semester 2 | ||
| Select one of the following: | 2 | |
| Advanced Intermediate Modern Dance | ||
| Advanced Intermediate Jazz Dance | ||
| Advanced Intermediate Ballet | ||
| Advanced Beginning Hip Hop | ||
| DAN-133 | History of Popular Dance in the United States | 3 |
| Units | 5 | |
| Total Units | 25 | |
Note: Higher level dance courses can be taken by audition. Other levels of technique courses can be substituted as needed.
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| DAN-100/HIST-151 | History and Appreciation of Dance | 3 |
| DAN-125 | Choreography I | 3 |
| DAN-133 | History of Popular Dance in the United States | 3 |
| Subtotal | 9 | |
| Required Performance/Production Courses | ||
| Select three units of the following: | ||
| Dance Production | ||
| Dance Performance | ||
| Subtotal | 3 | |
| Area A - Required Courses | ||
| Choose from at least two different subjects/genres of dance below: | ||
| Conditioning and Alignment for Dance | ||
| Beginning Ballet | ||
| Advanced Beginning Ballet | ||
| Beginning Modern Dance | ||
| Advanced Beginning Modern Dance | ||
| Beginning Jazz Dance | ||
| Advanced Beginning Jazz Dance | ||
| Beginning Tap Dance | ||
| Intermediate Modern Dance | ||
| Advanced Intermediate Modern Dance | ||
| Intermediate Jazz Dance | ||
| Advanced Intermediate Jazz Dance | ||
| Intermediate Ballet | ||
| Advanced Intermediate Ballet | ||
| Intermediate Tap Dance | ||
| Beginning Hip Hop (formerly DAN-131) | ||
| Advanced Beginning Hip Hop | ||
| Intermediate Hip Hop | ||
| Advanced Intermediate Hip Hop | ||
| Dances of the World | ||
| Subtotal | 6-8 | |
| Area B - Required Courses | ||
| Select one of the following: | ||
| Improvisation for Dance and Theater | ||
| Dance Touring Ensemble | ||
| Choreography II | ||
| Subtotal | 3 | |
| Total Units | 21-23 | |
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