Dance Is An Age-old Manner Of Expression, Exercise And Enjoyment That Stimulates The Brain And Increases Agility And Awareness.The Bachelor Of Arts In Dance Education Degree Program Encompasses Progressive Dance Instruction Along With A Broad Liberal Arts Foundation. Examine The Theories Of Pedagogy, Dance History And Kinesiology And Choreography As You Work To Master The Art Of Teaching Basic To Advanced Jazz, Ballet And Modern Dance Techniques. During The Program, You Also Review Somatic Practices, Technology And Improvisation Before Completing A Full-time Student Teaching Component In Your Final Semester. Learning Extends Beyond Taking Dance Classes Phoenix And The Classroom – Dance Education Majors Also Participate In The Ethington Dance Ensemble, Where They Serve In All Aspects Of Production During Annual Concert Series.In The Bachelor Of Dance Education Program, You Enhance Your Critical Thinking And Communication Skills As Part Of Our General Education Competencies.

Take A Global Approach To Dance Education Curriculum

In This Program, You Are Expected To Master The Following Competencies:

• Advanced Dance Techniques
• Methods To Improve Strength, Flexibility And Endurance
• Ballet, Jazz, Modern And Ensemble Performance
• Classroom Management And Engagement
• Dance Pedagogy

Career Outcomes

Explore Careers In Dance Education

The Bachelor Of Dance Education Degree Program Provides A Balance Of Theory And Practice To Prepare You For A Future In Dance Education, Performance, Choreography And More. As A Graduate Of The Bachelor’s In Dance Education, You Will Have The Training And Guidance To Pursue Certification For Teaching In A K-12 Setting. This Certification Allows You To Pursue A Career As A Dance Instructor In Private Or Public School Settings Or Fulfill Entrepreneurial Goals By Developing Your Own Studio.