This degree provides students with a foundational dance background, encompassing a strong emphasis in various dance techniques as well as history, basic kinesiology and performance practicum.
A.A. Degree Level Student Learning Outcomes
Students completing the Dance A.A. Degree will:
- Demonstrate a functional knowledge of ballet, tap, jazz and modern dance techniques through the beginning and intermediate level.
- Exhibit perspective on historical and stylistic components of dance.
- Display basic proficiency in kinesiology as applied to alignment and corrective gait analysis.
- Demonstrate competency in dance performance skills and ability.
Students receiving this degree must meet the following requirements:
- Complete the District General Education Pattern or Cal-GETC.
If transferring to a CSU or UC students are strongly recommended to complete the Cal-GETC General Education Pattern. Students looking to transfer to an out of state or private college should consult with a counselor for the appropriate GE pattern selection. - Complete with a “C” or better each course as specified by the major.
- Maintain an overall GPA of a 2.0 or better in all degree applicable coursework.
- Meet the 12-unit residency requirement.
Note that all courses listed must be successfully completed.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Dance Technique | ||
| DANC 158 | Beginning Hip-Hop Dance Techniques | 1 |
| DANC 159 | Beginning Tap | 1 |
| DANC 160 | Jazz Dance Techniques | 1 |
| DANC 161 | Beginning Modern Dance | 1 |
| DANC 162 | Beginning Ballet | 1 |
| DANC 259 | Intermediate Tap I | 1 |
| DANC 260 | Intermediate Jazz Dance I | 1 |
| DANC 262 | Intermediate Ballet I | 1 |
| DANC 270 | Intermediate Jazz Dance II | 1 |
| DANC 272 | Intermediate Ballet II | 1 |
| Dance History | ||
| DANC 102 | History of Dance | 3 |
| Kinesiology | ||
| DANC 130 | Alignment and Correctives - Pilates | 2 |
| Performance Practicum | ||
| DANC 289 | Dance Concert Production | 3 |
| Total Units | 18 | |
2-Year Curriculum Map Example
This map represents one possible pathway through the program and is only for reference.
*It is highly recommended that you make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall Term 1 | Units | |
| Citrus GE Area A1: English Composition | 4 | |
| Citrus GE Area A3: Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning | 4 | |
| DANC 102 | History of Dance | 3 |
| DANC 158 | Beginning Hip-Hop Dance Techniques | 1 |
| DANC 159 | Beginning Tap | 1 |
| DANC 160 | Jazz Dance Techniques | 1 |
| Units | 14 | |
| Spring Term 1 | ||
| DANC 161 | Beginning Modern Dance | 1 |
| DANC 162 | Beginning Ballet | 1 |
| DANC 259 | Intermediate Tap I | 1 |
| DANC 260 | Intermediate Jazz Dance I | 1 |
| Citrus GE Area A2: Oral Communication and Critical Thinking | 3 | |
| UC/CSU Elective | 3 | |
| UC/CSU Elective | 3 | |
| UC/CSU Elective | 1 | |
| Units | 14 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall Term 2 | ||
| DANC 130 | Alignment and Correctives - Pilates | 2 |
| DANC 262 | Intermediate Ballet I | 1 |
| DANC 270 | Intermediate Jazz Dance II | 1 |
| Citrus GE Area B1: Biological Sciences | 3 | |
| UC/CSU Elective | 3 | |
| UC/CSU Elective | 3 | |
| UC/CSU Elective | 3 | |
| Units | 16 | |
| Spring Term 2 | ||
| DANC 272 | Intermediate Ballet II | 1 |
| DANC 289 | Dance Concert Production | 3 |
| POLS C1000 or POLS C1000H | American Government and Politics or American Government and Politics - Honors | 3 |
| Citrus GE Area F: Ethnic Studies | 3 | |
| UC/CSU Elective | 3 | |
| UC/CSU Elective | 3 | |
| Units | 16 | |
| Total Units | 60 | |
The map above utilizes the Citrus College local General Education pattern. Students seeking to transfer should speak with a counselor and consider using the Cal-GETC pattern. Meeting with a counselor is also recommended to help select courses that align with your educational and career goals.
Career Opportunities
There are a variety of careers you can do with this major.
To explore more about this major, schedule an appointment with a career counselor.