Certificate IV in Circus Arts
This course has been discontinued - this course is closed for new enrolments, the information on this page is provided for continuing students.
Please note: While you can still apply for this course up to 31 December 2019, the course code, title, units and content may change after this date as part of a re-accreditation process. For more information or to discuss your study options, please contact us.
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Duration
1 year full-time
Study mode
- Full-time

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.
Course information in detail
- Course detail, course structure and units of study.
Course description
Course structure
Units of study
Undertake preliminary fitness preparation for circus performers (CIRFIT402A)
Execute circus basics skills to preliminary level (CIRPER401A)
Execute group acts skills to preliminary level (CIRPER402A)
Execute specialty skills to preliminary level (CIRPER403A)
Develop preliminary performance skills for circus and physical theatre (CIRPER404A)
Develop preliminary movement skills for circus and physical theatre (CIRPER405A)
Develop preliminary applied practices for circus performers (CIRPRC401A)
Plan and execute preliminary small group circus arts performance (CIRPRC402A)
Follow occupational health and safety procedures (CUSOHS301A)
Work safely in the construction industry (CPCCOHS1001A)
Explore heritage and traditions of circus for application to practice (CIRCCI401A)
Careers and graduate outcomes
- Career opportunities and course aims and objectives.
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Circus Arts can provide a pathway into vocational areas such as theatre arts, dance, fitness, live production, and rigging. Graduates may also wish to apply for the Bachelor of Circus Arts.
Aims and objectives
- Perform preliminary level circus and physical theatre acts
- Participate in development of the preliminary level solo, partner, and group acts and physical theatre performances including sequences and ensemble
- Provide directed support for performance plans of an organisation, company or troupe
- Take responsibility for own performance and collaborate with others in circus acts and ensemble
- Take responsibility for own and others’ equipment, props and safety

Pathways and scholarships
- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.
Course fees and requirements
- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.
Course fees
Entry requirements
Entry into NICA is by audition, interview and successful completion of a medical assessment. Applicants must apply to audition. A video link may be provided by applicants unable to access an audition venue.
Applicants are expected to have a background in areas such as performing arts, physical theatre, youth circus, dance, martial arts, acrobatic
Applicants must be physically able to undertake the training required. Provision of medical evidence of suitability for circus training may be required.
How to apply
Find out more
Tel: 1300 SWINBURNE
Training Organisation Identifier (TOID): 3059