Diploma in Teaching Performing Arts

A programme for performing arts professionals looking to develop skills in teaching children and young people.

6 - 12 months part-time accredited programme.

It’s not unusual for a young person’s dedication for the performing arts to have grown out of one teacher’s influence. We have seen many inspirational teachers whose passion and energy have set their subject alight for their students in a life-changing way.

Children and young people deserve the best possible teaching we can give them in order to discover that learning is fun, that learning is great and that a passion for the performing arts can last a lifetime! This is why we have set up this unique teaching developmental programme specifically aimed at performing arts professionals.

A Division of Trafalgar Entertainment

Co-founded by Sir Howard Panter and Dame Rosemary Squire in 2017, Trafalgar Entertainment is a premium international live entertainment business focussed on new productions, venue ownership, Performing Arts education, theatre ticketing, the distribution of live-streaming innovative content and the provision of amazing spaces where people can come together to share in the experience of live entertainment. TE is home to Trafalgar Theatres (comprising Trafalgar Theatre and Olympia Theatre in London, Theatre Royal Sydney, and 12 UK regional venues), Trafalgar Theatre Productions, Trafalgar Releasing, Trafalgar Tickets, Stagecoach Performing Arts, Helen O’Grady Drama Academy, London Theatre Direct, Jonathan Church Theatre Productions and The Chiswick Cinema.

Facilitated by Stagecoach Performing Arts

The programme is delivered by Stagecoach Performing Arts.

Stagecoach was founded in 1988 as one of the first extra-curricular children’s performing arts schools in the country. We aim to inspire our students, making a difference in their lives by teaching Creative Courage For Life®.

Stagecoach operates over 3000 schools and classes and has a presence in eight countries including the UK, Canada, Germany, Malta, Spain, Gibraltar, Poland, Australia, and Lithuania, with 350 franchises and 3000 teachers worldwide. Many of whom have completed the diploma course.

Accrediting Body

The qualification is awarded by RSL and is recognised in over 40 countries worldwide. The teaching diploma is regulated by Ofqual, benchmarked at undergraduate degree level in the UK, and has worldwide recognition. The course is equivalent in standard/level to the first-year of an undergraduate degree.

The RSL Level 4 Professional Diploma (DipRSL) is gained through a reflective programme spanning a term with the flexibility and support to study around your job, family and commitments. We recognise that everyone develops at a different pace with varied starting points - we can support you whatever your level of experience in improving your practice and gaining an accredited qualification.

This engaging and highly interactive developmental teaching programme - spaced over the period of two terms - is facilitated by Stagecoach Performing Arts; a division of Trafalgar Entertainment and invited specialist speakers for exclusive presentations and Q&As.

The Diploma Programme covers:

• Understanding Learning

• Inclusive Learning: Case Study

• Planning, Facilitating & Evaluating Learning

• Assessment: Case Study

Building Your Portfolio

Throughout the programme you will need to reflect upon your teaching practice to compliment the learning taking place in your classroom. Programme participants build a digital portfolio which will be the basis of assessment for the Level 4 Professional Diploma.

Your collection of evidence can take the form of video presentations, podcasts and written work (max of 1000 words per topic and the total audio/visual evidence must not exceed 10 minutes per topic except Section 2’s teaching video submission).

Delegates may choose to extend their development and complete the programme at a later date (however it must be completed within 12 months of registering for the course).

Price

The cost of the diploma programme is £1600 (£400 inclusive deposit)

Payment plans are available (Final payment must be paid before diploma assessment).

Optional Head Office Support

- Head Office can provide a pre-submission quality check to help candidates prepare for final submission.

- Available at an additional cost (agreed in advance) and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to availability.

-  Please note: this service does not guarantee a pass, achievement of the qualification, or acceptance by the awarding organisation.

Making Payments

You will first pay an initial payment of £400 as your deposit when you buy this ticket. Following this, you will need to set up a direct debit for the remaining amount which will need to be paid off before the course commences. Payment plans to spread your fee over affordable instalments are available.  

Affiliate Discounts

You are eligible for a 45% discount if you belong to one of the following organisations:

Funding

You may be eligible to receive funding in order to complete the course. Click here for further information.

Refund and Cancellation Policy

1. Stagecoach Performing Arts will not grant refunds after the first training session has been attended. If you apply for a refund prior to trainingcommencing Stagecoach will grant a full refund minus the deposit and an administration fee of £50.

2. If a refund is requested once training has commenced we will pro rata a refund based on the sessions already attended, not including the deposit and a £50 Administration fee will be applied.

3. Once the RSL assessment fee is paid, RSL will only issue a refund if a candidate cancels their assessment within 14 days after registering. All cancellations will be charged an administration fee. Please click here to see RSL’s full cancellation policy.

Contact us at: training.education@trafalgar.global

FAQS: 

How do I apply?

Visit the Trafalgar Education Diploma Booking Page.  Click the red 'Buy Ticket' button. 

Where is the diploma programme held?

Self-study, using resources supplied by HO and by attending online sessions candidates are supported to complete the programme.

Who is eligible to attend the programme?

Delegates should be 18 years upwards and proficient in at least one of the performance arts; singing, dance or acting. This would be at least Level 3 standard (A-level, BTEC or Grade 8).

We welcome delegates from all areas of performing arts teaching and from countries other than the UK. Please note that the facilitation and accompanying guidance is in English.

What happens after I have paid my deposit and made a booking?

Stagecoach will email you confirmation of your booking and prepare you with further information about the course.

Is previous teaching experience a requirement?

Not necessarily although you will require a placement in a setting so that you can fulfill the assessment requirements,

Please contact our Training and Business Development Team at training.education@trafalgar.global if you have further questions.