The Worship Dance Certificate is a 34 credit hour program designed to introduce you to the primary skills necessary to perform liturgical dance in a local church setting. For more advanced studies see Dance Diploma.
Career and Ministry Opportunities
- Church Ministry: Dance Director, Dance Team
- Other: Dance Instructor
Program Goals
Upon graduation, the student will
- Have a general knowledge of the Bible and its doctrines.
- Understand how to develop a growing relationship with God, in Christ, through the Spirit.
- Understand basic liturgical dance history and composition.
- Have the skills necessary to perform dance at a 1st year college level.
Core Bible and Theology – 12 credit hours
General Dance – 12 credit hours
3 credit hours
An introduction to dance as a means of worship by examining the history, terminology and basic techniques of dance as applied to a Christian setting.
3 credit hours
An introduction to the fundamental elements and principles of the art and craft of dance composition. Students will learn to design both solo and group choreography.
2 credit hours
A survey of how dance has been used throughout Judeo/Christian history. Study the ethics, theology and history of liturgical dance. Prerequisite: DAN-101.
2 credit hours
An introduction to the fundamentals of music through the study of terminology, notation, elements and form as they relate to movement. Explore the interrelationship of music and dance.
2 credit hours
Apply worship training in a real-world setting. Build practical skill and gain experience through work in a professional setting. Church or para-church ministry settings will be given priority.
Performance – 8 credit hours
2 credit hours
An introduction to the basic skills and terminology of ballet. Students will practice barre and center exercises based upon the classical ballet vocabulary and theories of order, tempo, placement and musicality.
2 credit hours
An introduction to the basic principles of modern dance. Students will explore styles, dynamics and alignment through floorwork, locomotor patterns, improvisation and movement combinations.
2 credit hours
Study and perform a variety of dance repertoires in many dance styles.
2 credit hours
Preparation and performance of a public dance recital.