The Canadian Dance Teacher’s Association, BC Branch is pleased to announce the development of a NEW Student Modern Exam Syllabus.

Currently the CDTA, BC Branch is offering an Affiliate/Student Teacher Program, for those young teachers wishing to prepare for their membership with the Modern Division.

The inaugural introduction of the Associate Membership Examination will be January 2008.

Please note, knowledge of the Junior Modern Syllabus, which will be available January 2008, will be a requirement for the Associate Membership Examination.

The Modern Division will offer a unique student examination syllabus for all levels of dancers, from beginner to advanced. The CDTA Modern Syllabus will allow students an opportunity to fine tune their technique and enhance their performance quality. It is comforting to know that the exam sessions are positive and encouraging to both students and teachers

An elected Modern Chairperson serves on the Executive Committee and represents Members of the Modern Division. The affairs of the Branch are attended to by the Executive Committee, who are elected from the membership to voluntarily serve in two-year terms. The CDTA, BC Branch is governed by a constitution and bylaws that is registered under the Societies Act (May 6, 1969) and all members are bound to uphold the Code of Ethics contained therein.

The syllabi and student examinations are available to Members or approved Candidates only. Membership in the Modern Division is by examination only. We currently have three levels of Membership: Affiliate, Associate and Full Member.

If you are interested in becoming a member of the Modern Division:

Step 1. Submit your “Application for Membership”. Please download the form, and submit it to the Registrar along with the non-refundable $25.00 application fee. Your application will be presented to the Executive Committee for approval. After your application is reviewed, you will be advised as to your status.

Step 2. Once approved, submit your “Request for Professional Examination”. Download the form and submit it to the Modern Exam Secretary, along with the examination fee. The Modern Exam Secretary will contact you regarding scheduling your examination.

The requirements for the Affiliate, Associate and Member examinations are available online or by contacting the Modern Division Chairperson or Modern Exam Secretary.

If you require assistance in preparing for your professional examination, please feel free to contact the Modern Exam Secretary.