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EXAMINATIONS

The structure of the IDT Examination Suite is designed for both those who want to progress to a career in dance and those who wish to dance purely for their own enjoyment.

Our Suite of Teaching Qualications is structured to provide a strong foundation for new teachers with an emphasis on safe technique and the ever growing needs of the younger dancer.

Foundation Examinations

These examinations are suitable for the youngest students aged 3-6 and are available in the following genres:

Classical Ballet
Modern Jazz
Lyrical
Tap
Singing
Drama
Acro
Street

Technical Graded Examinations

These examinations are suitable for students aged 7+ and are available in the following genres:

Classical Ballet
Modern Jazz
Lyrical
Tap
Singing
Drama
Acro
Street

Major Examinations

These examinations are available to students that have attained a successful pass at Grade 5 level and are aged 14+:

Classical Ballet (Intermediate)
Modern Jazz (Intermediate)
Tap (Intermediate & Advanced Foundation)
Singing (Grade 6)
Drama (Grade 6)

Professional Examinations

These examinations are suitable for students looking at a career in dance and are available in the three core dance genres:

Classical Ballet (Dancers Certificate, Dancers Diploma, Solo Seal)
Modern Jazz (Dancers Certificate, Dancers Diploma, Solo Seal)
Tap (Dancers Certificate, Dancers Diploma, Solo Seal)