Dance teacher certification
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Something for Everyone
Get Dance Vision Certified in the following styles:
American Smooth
Tango
Foxtrot
Viennese Waltz
International Ballroom
Tango
Foxtrot
Quickstep (slow & quick rhythm)
Club / Social
Night Club Two-Step
Hustle
Salsa
American Rhythm
Rumba
East Coast Swing
Bolero
Mambo
International Latin
Samba
Rumba
Paso Doble
Jive
Optional Dances
International Style
Viennese Waltz
American Style
Merengue
Samba
West Coast Swing
How it Works
There are three main costs associated with achieving your dance certification:
1. Complete your examination:
Please see the certification exam prices below. These vary depending on the type of exam you are taking.
2. Examiner expenses:
Each examiner has their own hourly rate, and you will pay them directly. Additionally, you are responsible for any travel, accommodation and meal costs if the examiner does not live locally. In this case, it is a good idea to amortize these expenses by organizing a day of examinations that includes other professional examinations and/or student medal exams. Search for examiners in your area here.
3. Membership Fee:
The membership fee is $60. It must be manually renewed by you each year.
Certification Exam Pricing
When you’re ready to order your exam, please email tiffany@dancevision.com or call us at 702-256-2830.
$40
Full Level Single Dance
$50
Argentine Tango
Nightclub Two-Step
Salsa
Hustle
$75
Jr. Associate Core
Jr. Associate Core (2nd Half)
Jr. Associate
Associate Completion (2nd Half)
Recertification
$95
Full Associate
Master
Grand Master
Recertification Info
A candidate may receive certification from the Dance Vision International Dance Association using certification credentials from any N.D.C.A. Member Organization, or any internationally recognized professional organization by meeting the Recertification Requirements below:
(The test is approximately one hour per exam.)
- A copy of your previous exam papers (showing scores) must accompany this request and be submitted to DVIDA along with the Examination Application and all applicable fees.
- You must take and pass the dance portion (Part A) of the DVIDA exam in the same style and level of your existing certification. You will not be responsible for answering any questions on the theory of the dances.
You may be awarded an Associate (Bronze), Master (Silver), or Grand Master (Gold) Professional Degree.
Example: For a Smooth Recertification Exam, you will be required to dance all of the figures in the appropriate level(s) of the Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, and Viennese Waltz with a partner, first as the Leader and then as the Follower. In addition, you will be asked to dance a Solo Amalgamation of three (3) to four (4) figures of the Examiner’s choice, to music to one of the four dances.
Please note:
You may not skip any exam level. If you were previously certified with another organization in levels Bronze thru Gold, you cannot just take the Gold recertification with DVIDA. You must take all 3 levels. Remember, only the dancing portion is required.
Exam Levels
Preparing For Your Exam
1. Decide which exam you will be taking, and study from the current Dance Vision manual and/or Dance Vision Subscription. (You have the option of using the DVIDA or ISTD manual for International Style Latin and/or Ballroom.)
Since 1992, Dance Vision has been the world leader in production of DanceSport instructional videos, Featuring over 5,000 videos in every style & level, including our premier product, the Dance Vision Syllabi. Purchase a subscription at DanceVision.com to watch on the computer or via our App.
Dance Vision manuals are accepted by the NDCA (National Dance Council of America). Dance Vision manuals are used for DVIDA certification exams and Student Achievement exams. All Dance Vision Manuals can be purchased from DanceVision.com
Dance Vision Step Lists
Smooth*:
*2019 Updates to Dance Vision Smooth Elements, by Michael Mead & Toni Redpath can be viewed here.
Rhythm*:
*Bronze & Silver Rhythm Dance Vision patterns not eligible at NDCA events after latest changes to the invigilation rules.
2. Contact an examiner to schedule your test day, time and location. This must be done before purchasing an exam on our website.
3. Once exam has been taken, EXAMINERS must send in your DVIDA Exam(s) form to the DVIDA office:
POSTAL MAIL
9081 W Sahara Ave.
Suite 190
Las Vegas, NV 89117
FAX
(702) 256 – 4227
DVIDA Continuing Education Program
Learning should be a lifelong process. DVIDA is excited to announce that we are now offering recognition to DVIDA members that seek out professional development at DVIDA approved events.
DVIDA members that attend an approved event will receive a Continuing Education Certificate as recognition. Member must be in good standing prior to the event.
Why is continuing education important?
Through continuing education, career-minded individuals can gain new insight and become more proficient at their jobs.
Learn New Skills
Improve your skills and gain new ones.
Professional Development
Improve your teaching method and bring fresh new ideas to the job.
Improved Image
Standout amongst the rest. As the job market becomes increasingly more competitive, the importance of continuing education gets higher and higher.
If you are interested in our Continuing Education Program, please email info@dancevision.com for an application.
