Certificate in Preparing the Performer

Program Overview

The Certificate in Preparing the Performer enhances drama teachers' skills in voice, dance, mime, and mask, based on the New LSMD Examination Syllabi (2023). Delivered by industry experts, it includes practical and written elements, and provides exemptions for the Higher Diploma in Arts in Drama Education. The blended delivery mode offers flexibility and a supportive learning community.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Module: Preparing the Performer (10 ECTS)
• Focuses on the importance of voice and body within drama.
• Covers:
• The Voice
• Dance
• Mime
• Mask
• Based on the New LSMD Examination Syllabi (2023)
• Includes practical and written elements
• Assessment:
• Practical participation
• Reflective practice
• Process Folio
• Integrated Programme Assessment (IPA)

Teaching:

• Delivered by industry-expert instructors.
• Strong links with alumni and graduates.
• Flexible learning mode.

Careers:

• Upskill as a drama teacher and facilitator.
• Enhance teaching methods and expand career opportunities.

Other:

• Conversion of existing skill set into comprehensive teaching ability.
• Provides exemptions for the Higher Diploma in Arts in Drama Education.
• Blended delivery mode.
• Small class sizes.
• Supportive learning community.
• Course Dates: September 2024 - Dublin (Part-Time)
• Tuition Fees: €745
• Admin Fee: €250
• Total Cost: €995
• Discounts:
• 15% for LSMD Teachers
• 10% for SDToI Members
• "The Certificate in Preparing the Performer is a unique and valuable opportunity for teachers who want to improve their skills and inspire their students."
• "The course is designed for teachers of all levels and backgrounds, who want to enrich their teaching methods and expand their career opportunities."
• "The certificate looks at the importance of voice, mime, mask, and movement in the modern drama classroom."
• "The course has a blended delivery mode.
You will have access to industry-expert instructors, peer feedback, and a supportive learning community."
• "Each section within the module is designed to enable learners to demonstrate proficiency in their knowledge of the form, style, aesthetics, and technicalities of the discipline."
• "The module is in two parts: the first deals with the preparation of The Voice.
The second part, The Body, is further divided into Dance, Mime and Mask."
• "The New LSMD Examination Syllabi (2023) plays an important role in the delivery of the content of this certificate and will allow existing LSMD teachers and tutors to refresh their existing skills while gaining a more in-depth understanding of the examination syllabi."
• "This certificate has both practical and written elements."
• "The assessment strategy for this certificate has a practical and participative focus."
• "Learners also engage in reflective practice and writing through the Process Folio an Integrated Programme Assessment piece (IPA)"
• "Experience the advantage of learning within a close-knit community, where faculty members are actively engaged in their industries."
• "Be inspired by an array of guest lecturers who bring fresh perspectives to the table, enhancing your understanding of diverse subjects."
• "Wide range of guest lecturers"
• "Small faculty with a personal touch"