The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Performing Arts is intended as an Applied General qualification, and is designed for post-16 students with an interest in performing arts wanting to continue their education through applied learning, and who aim to progress to higher education. The qualification is equivalent in size to one A level and is designed to occupy one option block and be combined with other vocational or academic qualifications, such as another BTEC National or A levels. This qualification gives a broad introduction to the performing arts sector, with an emphasis on core knowledge and fundamental skills that are transferable across other sectors (including communication, presentation, physical and creative skills). Plume College will give this course a Dance Centred focus. Students will complete 3 mandatory units: Investigating Practitioners’ work 90GLH (Externally Assessed) Developing Skills and Techniques 90GLH for Live Performance (Internally Assessed) Group Performance Workshop 120 GLH (Externally Assessed) Students will also complete one option unit: This unit will be movement in performance. Higher Education and Career opportunities With the international recognition of BTEC courses such as this, you can progress straight into employment. If successful there are a wide variety of prospective careers that you can explore, for example: choreographer, entertainer or dancer. It is possible for you to progress into higher education, as successful BTEC qualifications give UCAS points for university applications or you may wish to use the skills you have gained to apply for a professional training college.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Fambridge Road, Maldon, CM9 6AB |
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Performing Arts is intended as an Applied General qualification, and is designed for post-16 students with an interest in performing arts wanting to continue their education through applied learning, and who aim to progress to higher education. The qualification is equivalent in size to one A level and is designed to occupy one option block and be combined with other vocational or academic qualifications, such as another BTEC National or A levels. This qualification gives a broad introduction to the performing arts sector, with an emphasis on core knowledge and fundamental skills that are transferable across other sectors (including communication, presentation, physical and creative skills). Plume College will give this course a Dance Centred focus. Students will complete 3 mandatory units: Investigating Practitioners’ work 90GLH (Externally Assessed) Developing Skills and Techniques 90GLH for Live Performance (Internally Assessed) Group Performance Workshop 120 GLH (Externally Assessed) Students will also complete one option unit: This unit will be movement in performance. Higher Education and Career opportunities With the international recognition of BTEC courses such as this, you can progress straight into employment. If successful there are a wide variety of prospective careers that you can explore, for example: choreographer, entertainer or dancer. It is possible for you to progress into higher education, as successful BTEC qualifications give UCAS points for university applications or you may wish to use the skills you have gained to apply for a professional training college.