Commonly asked questions about the Graduate Study Program

1. What are the requirements for entering candidates in this exam?

A. Teachers must hold Module Two status in order to enter and mentor candidates in the Graduate Program.  
B. Candidates must have successfully passed all 12 levels of the Acrobatic Arts Syllabus (Primary to Pre-Professional 3) with a grade of Highly Commended or higher, prior to entering the program.

2. Upon the successful completion of the Graduate Study Program, what will the candidate's status be?

Successful candidates will be granted Module Two Teacher Certification with Acrobatic Arts

3. What are the requirements for passing the Graduate Program?

A. Candidates must pass each of the 3 Online Study units with a grade of 75% or higher.  These units must be completed more than 2 weeks prior to the practical exam.
B. Candidates must assist the mentor in weekly acro classes at the appropriate level throughout the course.
C.  Mentors must submit 2 mentor evaluations scheduled within the Online Study units.
D. Candidates must pass the practical exam. This exam includes spotting 5 skills from the catgories: handstands, bridge recover, side aerials and back handsprings (or variation of those skills). Candidates will be asked to explain skill technique, progressions along with other questions on teaching and safety. Candidates are required to provide their own demonstrator for the practical exam.  
E. Candidates must be 18 years of age or older on the day of the practical exam.
F. Candidates must complete the practical exam hours as determined by the practical exam.
G. Candidates have 1 year to complete the program from the date of registration to the completion of the practical exam.

4. How can I ensure my dancer's success through the program?

Once candidates are registered to take the Graduate Program, a mentor package will be sent to the mentor.  The mentor package includes important information to guide the candidate through the course.  In addition, candidates will have access to the AcroDance Resource Center and the Acrobatic Arts Manual as additional references for the program.  Working closely with the candidate in and out of the classroom is vital for the candidate's success.

5.  What is the cost of this program?

          The registration fee is $100USD which will be invoiced to the mentor.  

6.  How do I register a candidate for this program?

Certified teachers can enter candidates in the Teacher's Exam by contacting Principal@AcrobaticArts.com