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Professional Certificate in Somatic Dance and Movement
-- viewing nowThe Professional Certificate in Somatic Dance and Movement is a comprehensive course designed to equip learners with essential skills in the field of somatic education. This course is crucial for individuals seeking to understand the connection between movement, body awareness, and well-being.
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- Anatomy and Kinesiology for Somatic Dance: This unit will cover the basics of anatomy and kinesiology as they relate to somatic dance and movement. Students will learn about the musculoskeletal system, the nervous system, and how they work together to produce movement.
- Somatic Techniques and Practices: This unit will introduce students to a variety of somatic techniques and practices, including the Feldenkrais Method, the Alexander Technique, and Body-Mind Centering. Students will learn how to apply these techniques to their own movement practice and to working with others.
- Improvisation and Composition in Somatic Dance: This unit will explore the role of improvisation and composition in somatic dance. Students will learn how to use somatic principles to generate movement material and to structure their compositions.
- Somatic Dance and Performance: This unit will examine the relationship between somatic dance and performance. Students will learn how to integrate somatic principles into their performance practice and to create performances that are informed by somatic ideas and techniques.
- Somatic Dance and Social Justice: This unit will consider the role of somatic dance in promoting social justice. Students will explore issues of identity, power, and privilege in the context of somatic dance and movement, and will learn how to use somatic practices to create more inclusive and equitable communities.
- Research Methods in Somatic Dance: This unit will introduce students to research methods in somatic dance. Students will learn how to design and carry out research projects that explore somatic dance and movement from a variety of perspectives, including qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods.
- Professional Development for Somatic Dance Practitioners: This unit will provide students with the skills and knowledge they need to build successful careers as somatic dance practitioners. Topics may include marketing, grant writing, and ethical considerations in somatic dance practice.
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The Professional Certificate in Somatic Dance and Movement equips students with a versatile skill set, catering to various roles in the dance and movement industry.
This 3D pie chart showcases the demand for different dance-related professions in the UK market.
Roles in dance movement therapy occupy a majority of the sector, accounting for 60% of the demand.
Dance movement therapists use dance and movement to help clients with emotional, social, cognitive, and physical challenges.
Dance instructors come in second, taking up 25% of the market share.
These professionals teach dance to students of various ages and skill levels, from beginners to advanced dancers.
Finally, choreographers make up 15% of the demand.
Choreographers create original dance routines and direct rehearsals for performances, working closely with dancers and other production team members.
Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
Course Status
This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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