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National code: CUA40625
Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts
Overview
About this course
Become the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander artist you want to be and share your story. Build your knowledge and further your artistic techniques. Create works that express your identity and diverse cultural contexts.
Outcomes
What you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
apply broad and integrated technical and theoretical knowledge of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural arts
use your sense of Cultural Identity, family, Country and Kinship to develop your own artistic practice
communicate effectively in the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural arts industry and Communities
research history and theory to inform your art practice
prepare and display works in exhibitions.
Course outcomes
Learn core skills that prepare you for opportunities in your chosen field.
A nationally recognised Certificate IV qualification.
Confidence to create meaningful works significant to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Culture and your own identity.
The ability to apply a broad and integrated technical and theoretical knowledge of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural art.
Strong pathways to continue your studies and enhance your career opportunities.
Suitability
Is this course right for you?
Entry requirements
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol.
You may need to come to an interview or yarn before the course starts to make sure this is the right course for you.
Completion requirements
During your study you'll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
a lived experience of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Culture and Communities
the ability to work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Communities, both independently and collaboratively in a creative studio environment
sound background knowledge or an interest in art theory and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural history
adaptability to learn contemporary artistic techniques and re-examine traditional methods.
We tailor our courses to meet local community needs, so some campuses may have extra entry requirements. Check your preferred location for details. Need help preparing? Contact us for support.
Find Your Fit
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Pathways
Future career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander exhibiting artist (studio, digital or textile), Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander artist support worker, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community art worker, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ceramics studio assistant, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community arts centre assistant and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander assistant (within a Cultural organisation).
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study2 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
Further study1 Course
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Related study1 Course
Learn core skills that prepare you for opportunities in your chosen field.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
Units
Units taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 16 units of competency, including 9 core and 9 speciality units.
Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.
Core units - 6
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Follow Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural protocolsAHCOCM303
Develop understanding of own Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identityCUAATS111
Produce work that expresses own Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identityCUAATS312
Communicate effectively in the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural arts industryCUAATS411
TAFE NSW services
Facilities and support
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
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