You must be at least 17 years of age and hold your Intermediate qualification in the area you wish to study. You must also have 5 GCSEs at 4 grade or above including English and mathematics.
Entry requirements
Why choose this course?
This Level 4 diploma builds strong pedagogical, technical and creative skills for aspiring ISTD teachers. You’ll deepen knowledge in ballet, tap or modern, develop teaching practice and complete assessed portfolio and practical units to gain accredited professional dance-teaching status.
Further information
Ideal for learners progressing from Level 3 ISTD training or those beginning accredited teacher qualification routes.
- Child development
- ISTD syllabus
- Professional skills
- Teaching practice
- Technique
Progression includes teaching in independent schools, starting your own school or advancing to ISTD Licentiate/Level 6.
Assessed through portfolios, online assessments and practical ISTD-examined units across all components.