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Part of the ISTD Academy Level 4 Diploma in Dance Education (DDE), in Unit 2 you will be introduced to Assisting, Observing, and Teaching Practice to develop knowledge and application of a range of teaching and learning techniques and evaluation skills.  
 
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At the ISTD Academy, you have the flexibility to access individual units of study delivered part-time. Our one-to-one tutoring for DDE Unit 2 offers a flexible course duration, allowing you to learn at your own pace.  

Course Dates 

  • April - July 2026 
  • September
  • January 2027

Fees 

Unit 2 Learning* £850

 
Additional Costs

ISTD Examination Fee* £273
ISTD Registration Fee* (if not already registered) £37

*Charges are reviewed annually and therefore subject to change. 

 

 

 
 

Academy Entry Requirements 

  • Age 18+
  • Some experience of being within a teaching environment or a desire to follow a teaching pathway  
  • Applicants must have an excellent standard of English, including the ability to understand spoken and written English and to complete written assignments. This should be at a level equivalent to GCSE English Grade 4/C or above, or IELTS Level 6. 
  • Applicants must have already completed:
    • DDE Unit 1: Preparing for Safe Teaching Practice 
    • DDE Unit 3: Vocational Graded Examination in Dance: Intermediate (or equivalent)  

Application Process 

Apply now by emailing academyinfo@istdacademy.org or following the online link here.

Successful candidates will be invited to interview. 

 

Full Level 4 Diploma in Dance Education Course Specification 

Questions? 

Got questions or need more information? Email us at academyinfo@istdacademy.org or call our friendly team on 020 7655 8875.