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Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is the means by which a teacher furthers their teaching practice through dance-related activities. From attending courses and events to independent learning (e.g. reading and journalling), continuing professional development can come in many forms.

 

Upcoming CPD courses

Check what we've got planned for the year, and put the dates for our online and in-person courses in your diary.

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Why is CPD so important?

Continuing Professional Development has a direct impact on the success of your business, keeping it current and vibrant and assisting your learners in staying creative, motivated and inspired.

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Funding your CPD


Our bursaries are designed to provide financial assistance to dance teachers who need it most. Find out more about what funding opportunities we have in place to help you access the skills to progress in your career.

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Our Lead Lecturers

Get to know the expert Lead Lecturers who run our Continued Professional Development courses.

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Events and Courses

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Online courses

Trauma Informed Training for Dance Practitioners

Join our expert practitioners Elizabeth Vecchione and Amelia Channon on these CPD courses.

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Online

Tuesday 3 Feb

In studio courses

In Studio CPD - Bharatanatyam New Grade 1-6 Exam

Join the CPD & Events Team for CPD this February.

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Harrow Arts Centre, 171 Uxbridge Road, Hatch End, HA5 4EA

Thursday 5 Feb

Competitions

DFR Area Competitions

The Disco, Freestyle and Rock 'n' Roll Faculty are excited to be touring venues around the UK for their...

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Sunday 8 Feb

Online courses

Creating Magical Early Years Classes

Join dance teacher Fiona Ramasami , on this course focused on preschool and early years classes.

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Online

Monday 16 Feb

In studio courses

Hybrid - Imperial Classical Ballet Masterclass Day

Join the CPD & Events Team for this masterclass day in February Half term.

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ISTD HQ

Monday 16 Feb

Workshops

ISTD Academy - Licentiate Modern Theatre (MTH)

Join the ISTD Academy for the Licentiate Modern Theatre qualification.

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Online

Monday 16 Feb

Workshops

Online - February Half Term CPD

Join the CPD & Events Team for online CPD this February.

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Online

Monday 16 Feb

Workshops

ISTD Academy - Licentiate Imperial Classical Ballet (ICB)

Join the ISTD Academy for the Licentiate Imperial Classical Ballet qualification

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Online

Tuesday 17 Feb

Workshops

Graduation 2026

Join us for the ISTD Graduation ceremony, celebrating the achievements of all 2024-25 graduates.

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Harrow School, High Street, Harrow HA1 3HL

Thursday 19 Feb

In studio courses

International Course: Modern Theatre Grade 5 and 6 (Bari, Italy)

Join the Modern Theatre faculty in studio and update your knowledge and skills.

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Academy of Dance, Via Pasubio 14, 70125 Bari

Saturday 21 Feb

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