Career Pathways 2014
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career pathways 2014
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ABOUT MUSIC SA
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our TRAINERS / Tutors
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LIVE SOUND AND LIGHTING
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POP SONGWRITING AND PERFORMANCE
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ROCK SONGWRITING AND PERFORMANCE
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INTRODUCTION TO STUDIO RECORDING
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DESIGN AND STAGE A MUSIC EVENT
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ARTIST AND EVENT MANAGEMENT
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MUSIC BUSINESS
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STUDIO RECORDING and live sound
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VET AND SACE INFORMATION FOR SCHOOLS
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Music SA Career Pathways 2014
Career Pathways 2014
Performance
Music Business
If you are an aspiring artist, songwriter and performer we offer courses in Songwriting and Performance
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If you are interested in artist management, bookings, promotions, marketing and event management or are a self managed artist you can find courses in Music Business
Music Technology For aspiring sound engineers, home recording enthusiasts, producers or sound & lighting techs we have courses in Technical Production, Studio Recording and Creative Industries
Music SA Online
Industry Experience
Resources
The Music SA Website is the most comprehensive resource for the SA Music Industry with over 1000 local artist listings, daily updated news and events, gig guides and more.
Music SA is committed to providing training and education programs which are industry based with practical hands on training from music industry professionals.
The Music SA Training program is supported by resources and facilities which will give you the edge in developing your music career.
To find out what’s happening in the SA Music Industry and for information on all Music SA programs go to our website musicsa.com.au
Our trainers have extensive experience in the music industry as performers, producers, managers, songwriters and promoters.
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With access to industry standard equipment, computer facilities and our resource library you will be well placed to develop your skills and put them into practice.
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About Music SA Making It In Music Established in 1997, Music SA is a not-forprofit organisation committed to promoting, supporting and developing SA music.
Each course features prominent guest lecturers, including lawyers, publicists, venue operators, event and band managers – people who make their living from the music business – who are happy to share their skills and experiences to make your learning easier. Past Music SA Students are now working in areas as diverse as promotions, booking, artist management, music media and publicity as well as performing as self-managed artists. All Music SA Certificate courses are VET and SACE accredited. Music SA is a Registered Training Organisation Number 40381 providing Vocational Education Training for the Music Industry Training Package CUS09. For more information contact the Music SA Training Coordinator: Nev de Boar Ph: (08) 8218 8444 Mob: 0401 092 271 or nev@musicsa.com.au 2
Next steps Step 1 Read up on the courses
that interest you. Check out courses.musicsa.com.au for more information.
Step 2 Choose the program that
suits you. Our training coordinator Nev de Boar is available to answer your questions about courses and provide career counselling.
Step 3 Applications for all courses
close November 29. Expression of interest forms are available from the Music SA website courses. musicsa.com.au/pdf/eoiform.pdf
Step 4 Enrolment acceptance
letters provided to applicants by December 13.
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Music SA runs accredited music business courses and training, a comprehensive SA music industry website, music workshops in schools, an advisory service for SA artists and practitioners, industry development activities including events and seminars, VET programs, as well as providing performance opportunities for emerging artists. The music industry is an exciting and challenging field with many areas of specialization. The Music SA training program focuses on areas of music business, performance and sound technology to help you get a head start on your career in the business of music.
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Music SA is committed to providing you with education, training and development opportunities in the music industry.
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Our Trainers / Tutors There is no substitute for experience. We have been so privileged over the years to have trainers at Music SA who have a wealth of experience in the music industry both as performers and behind the scenes - people who are actually doing it - who are willing to give back to the industry they love and help tomorrow’s crop of artists, managers and bookers make their mark on the local and national scene.
Neville de Boar – Training Coordinator Nev de Boar, has extensive experience in mentoring, training, counselling, curating, event coordinating, artist representation, and music business. He is the Head of Training at Music SA Learning Centre, where he has developed courses that use a project based, accelerated music business incubator model. He believes, the purpose of the education process and experience at Music SA, is to prepare our participants for their Music Industry vocation, and help them understand where this fits into their process of life long learning. Nev has qualifications in Small Business Management, Music Business, Counselling and Communication, Training & Assessment.
Alice Fraser When she’s not training and guiding the classes at Music SA, Alice Fraser works at the forefront of the music industry as a street press journalist, event curator and small business owner. She has won numerous awards for her efforts including 2013 Young Citizen Of The Year and in late 2012 her business, The Jam Room, was awarded Best Music Organisation at The Fowler’s Live Music Awards. With a passion for artist programming, live music and the changing media landscape, she embodies a philosophy of ideas, creation and discovery. 4
Rob Pippan
Dale Taylor
Rob Pippan has worked in the Australian music industry since 1975 as a musical director, lead guitarist, songwriter, concert and record producer. Rob was founder and guitarist of The Zep Boys and regularly performs with Swanee, Russell Morris and The Brewster Brothers from The Angels. In the television arena Rob is songwriter for Seven’s ‘The Fairies”. He is a Support Act founder and long term MUSIC SA and TAFE lecturer / trainer. Rob is signed to AC/DCs publishing label Albert’s Productions and his albums with ‘Fairies’ have received 4 ARIA nominations.
Dale Taylor is a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, producer, mix and mastering engineer from Adelaide. Dale has performed on a local, national and international level over the past 18 years. He has worked with local and international artists in many genres from Techno, Rock, Hip-hop, Electronica to World Music. Currently, Dale is the Guitarist of the Adelaide band “The Cities Alight”.
PJ Murton – Tutor
Matthew Williams – Tutor
You may know PJ Murton from his many years as Manager of Hip Hop Act the Hilltop Hoods, being responsible for multiple Gold & Platinum albums & ARIA awards. What you may not know is that he is also an ARIA nominated Music DVD Producer/Director, Photographer and Management consultant of over 10 years experience. What PJ doesn’t know about managing a band and taking them to success is probably not worth knowing from business planning to negotiating endorsements PJ has seen it, done it and still wears the t-shirt.
As a songwriter, audio engineer and producer Matt Williams has over 15 years experience and a number one Australasian single to his name. Matt has toured extensively in Australia, Europe and the US in a remarkable career that includes recording and session work with some of the biggest names in music including members of The Doobie Brothers, Cheap Trick and Yes. Matt is now Studio Manager, Producer and recording Engineer at Fat Trax Studios, is an expert in Pro Tools and Sound Technology and a great dancer. 5
Live Sound and Lighting (Music) CUF10107 Certificate I In Creative Industries This course will introduce you to the principals and equipment behind sound engineering and stage lighting for live modern music. We will be looking at the common equipment used in a sound system and lighting rig using both theory and practical work.
As a course participant you will be taken from the absolute basics to where you can specify, construct and operate a small sound and lighting system. This course is Ideal for individuals wishing to gain an introduction to live sound and lighting in a music industry based environment. The program is delivered from a high profile live music venue (The Promethean) in a simulated workplace environment. Commencement Dates: 32 Weeks beginning week 2, Term 1 Wednesdays 4:00pm to 6:45pm Location: Fowler’s Live Corner North Terrace & Morphett Street ADELAIDE SA 5000
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Nationally Accredited Units of Competency and Nominal Hours: CUFIND201A - Develop and apply creative arts industry knowledge (20) ICAU1128B - Operate a personal computer (30) BSBOHS201A - Participate in OHS processes (20) CUESOU07B - Apply a general knowledge of audio to work activities (40) CUESTA05B - Apply a general knowledge of staging to work activities (20) CUFLGT101A - Apply a general knowledge of lighting to work activities (20) SACE Credits: 35 Credits at Stage 1 Pre-course experience or pre-requisites: Participants must be current secondary school students to enrol. The course focus is on sound and lighting in a musical setting. Students do not need to be musicians themselves, but they have to have an interest in music technology as a career. Course Cost: $1750.00 Please note: all courses have minimum enrolments that must be achieved for courses to proceed. Unit selection may be subject to change.
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Pop Songwriting & Performance CUS20109 Certificate II In Music Do you have The Voice? Pop Performance and Songwriting is a full year program in creative songwriting and ensemble music performance.
Focusing on contemporary pop music (pop, dance, r’n’b, folk/acoustic etc) students will examine the different styles of contemporary music and their relevance, learn structured methods to songwriting and exploring creativity, ensemble performance, getting the right sound on stage, set up and use a small P.A., rehearsal techniques and preparing for a performance. Over the full year students will write original songs which they will be given the opportunity to perform for a live recording. Commencement Dates: 32 Weeks commencing week 2, Term 1 Wednesdays 9:30am to 3:30pm Location: Nexus Theatre Lion Arts Centre Corner North Terrace & Morphett Street ADELAIDE SA 5000
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Nationally Accredited Units of Competency and Nominal Hours: BSBOHS201A - Participate in OHS Processes (20) BSBWOR203A - Work effectively with others (15) CUFIND201A - Develop and apply creative arts industry knowledge (20) CUSMLT201A - Develop and apply music ideas and listening skills (25) CUSMPF201A - Play or sing simple musical pieces (70) CUSMPF203A - Develop ensemble skills for playing or singing music (50) CUSMLT202A - Apply knowledge of music culture to music making (25) CUSMPF202A - Incorporate music technology into performance (35) SACE Credits: 35 Credits at Stage 1 Pre-course experience or pre-requisites: Participants must be current secondary school students to enrol. The course is aimed at young aspiring contemporary musicians. Being able to play an instrument (any) or sing is integral to the program. Having own instrument is preferred but not mandatory. Course Cost: $2295.00
Thank you for putting on this course, that has allowed me to achieve and understand the music industry.
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Rock Songwriting & Performance CUS20109 Certificate II In Music Over the full year students will write original songs which they will be given the opportunity to perform for a live recording.
A full year program in creative songwriting and ensemble music performance. Focusing on contemporary rock music (rock, metal, punk, hardcore etc) students will examine the different styles of contemporary music and their relevance, learn structured methods to songwriting and exploring creativity, ensemble performance, getting the right sound on stage, set up and use a small P.A., rehearsal techniques and preparing for a performance. Over the full year students will write original songs which they will be given the opportunity to perform for a live recording. Commencement Dates: 32 Weeks commencing week 2, Term 1 Tuesdays 9:30am to 3:30pm Location: Northern Sound System Elizabeth Way Elizabeth SA 5112
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Nationally Accredited Units of Competency and Nominal Hours: BSBOHS201A - Participate in OHS Processes (20) BSBWOR203A - Work effectively with others (15) CUFIND201A - Develop and apply creative arts industry knowledge (20) CUSMLT201A - Develop and apply music ideas and listening skills (25) CUSMPF201A - Play or sing simple musical pieces (70) CUSMPF203A - Develop ensemble skills for playing or singing music (50) CUSMLT202A - Apply knowledge of music culture to music making (25) CUSMPF202A - Incorporate music technology into performance (35) SACE Credits: 35 Credits at Stage 1 Pre-course experience or pre-requisites Participants must be current secondary school students to enrol. The course is aimed at young aspiring contemporary musicians. Being able to play an instrument (any) or sing is integral to the program. Having own instrument is preferred but not mandatory. Course Cost: $2295.00
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Introduction to Studio Recording CUS20109 Certificate II In Music (Partial) This is a single semester course designed to give practical skills in modern studio recording procedures in an industry context. The program will be run as a 12 week structured work placement in a recording studio, where new students will train as a Studio Assistant and participate in a demo recording for a local band.
Students will be working as if they have been engaged by the local recording studio to assist the main engineer record a band for a CD to promote their work at local music venues. As the Studio Assistant the student will be responsible for assisting with setting up recording equipment, doing sound checks, monitoring the quality of recorded sound, labelling/logging recordings, and solving routine problems that occur during the recording. Commencement Dates: Offered twice per year as follows 12 Weeks commencing week 2, Term 1 12 Weeks commencing week 2, Term 3 Mondays 4:00pm to 6:45pm at Fat Trax Thursdays 4:00pm to 6.45pm at NSS
Nationally Accredited Units of Competency and Nominal Hours: CUSSOU201A - Assist With Sound Recordings (35) CUSMPF202A - Incorporate Music Technology Into Performance (35) SACE Credits: 10 Credits at Stage 1 Pre-course experience or pre-requisites: Participants must be current secondary school students to enrol. The course focus is on sound technology and recording in a musical setting. Students do not need to be musicians themselves, but they have to have an interest in music technology as a career. Course Cost: $990.00 Please note: all courses have minimum enrolments that must be achieved for courses to proceed. Unit selection may be subject to change.
Location: Separate programs run from 2 locations Northern Sound System Fat Trax Recording Studio Elizabeth Way 312 Wakefield Street Elizabeth SA 5112 ADELAIDE SA 5000
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Design and Stage a Music Event CUS20109 Certificate II In Music (Partial) Live music is the lifeblood of the music industry, from small gigs in local venues to major concerts and touring festivals.
The best promoters and bookers in the country such as Michael Chugg and Michael Gudinski started their careers running band nights and concerts in small venues, and it is the best place to learn the essentials of running a show – planning, logistics, bookings, artist and venue liaison, risk management and financial control. Through this course students will learn how to run a successful gig. Commencement Dates: 12 Weeks commencing week 2, Term 1 Tuesdays 4:00pm to 6:45pm Location: TBA Nationally Accredited Units of Competency and Nominal Hours: SITXEVT002A - Provide event staging support BSBDES201A - Follow a design process SACE Credits: 10 Credits at Stage 1
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Pre-course experience or pre-requisites: Participants must be current secondary school students to enrol. The course focus is on event management and music business. Students do not need to be musicians themselves, but they have to have an interest in music and events as a career. Course Cost: $990.00 Please note: all courses have minimum enrolments that must be achieved for courses to proceed. Unit selection may be subject to change.
Artist and Event Management CUS30209 Certificate III In Music Business This course is designed to give you an insight into the fascinating beast that is the music industry, focusing on band management and event management. Through hands on group work students will gain an insight into the world of music business, exploring areas of creative artist management including career planning, micro business development and event logistics and planning, culminating in the delivery of a live music event.
With changes to the structure of the music industry and the increase in artists releasing music independently, good management and planning is more important than ever. As a part of this program students will work on a project of managing a band from career planning through to booking gigs with the program culminating in a live music event designed and managed by the students in the groups. Commencement Dates: 32 Weeks commencing week 2, Term 1 Thursdays 9:30am to 3:30pm Location Music SA Training Room Level 1 Fowlers Building Corner North Terrace & Morphett Street ADELAIDE SA 5000
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Nationally Accredited Units of Competency and Nominal Hours: CUSOHS301A - Follow Occupational Health & Safety procedures (10) BSBSMB302A - Develop a micro business proposal (30) CUFCMP301A - Implement copyright arrangements (20) CUSIDN301A - Work effectively in the music industry (35) CUSIND302A - Plan a career in the creative arts industry (35) CUSADM301A - Administer operations for rehearsals and performances (35) CUSMKG301A - Assist with the promotion of creative acts (35) CUSMLT301A - Apply a knowledge of genre to music making (40) CUSEVT301A - Book performance venues (35) SITTVAF001A - Provide venue information and assistance (20) SITXEVT002A - Provide event staging support (30) SACE Credits: 45 Credits at Stage 1 or 2 Pre-course experience or pre-requisites: Students will be required to have completed studies at Certificate I and/or Certificate II level OR have completed year 10 (do not have to be currently at school). The course focus is on Music Business. Students do not need to be musicians themselves, but they have to have an interest in the music industry as a career. Musicians are also encouraged to participate, as these are the same skills they will need to pursue their own careers as a self managed artist in the modern music industry. Course Cost: $2495.00
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Certificate IV in Music Business CUS40309 Certificate IV In Music Business This course is designed for people who want to enter the music industry in a range of business roles as band or artist managers, booking agents, promoters, music publishers or as self employed independent musicians.
Students will focus on areas of planning, managing and promoting artists and music with a view to creating a viable music career. Each week students will work on individual music projects to focus on areas of music business including: • Planning - managing your own business, career planning • Managing - artist management, booking venues, managing the artists business, working in the music industry, copyright and publishing • Promoting - marketing, public relations, promotion of events, artists and product, music licensing
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Through this course students will learn a range of skills that encompass the theory and practice of work in the music industry and gain hands on practical experience through project work and running your own small business. This course will emphasise music business income streams – providing detailed information and learning on music publishing, music licensing, gigs, touring, merch and recorded product and looks at the best ways to monetise music. Commencement Dates: 26 Weeks commencing 10 March Mondays 9:30am to 3:30pm Tuesday 9:30am to 3:30pm Wednesdays 9:30am to 12:30pm Location Music SA Training Room Level 1 Fowlers Building Corner North Terrace & Morphett Street ADELAIDE SA 5000
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Nationally Accredited Units of Competency and Nominal Hours: BSBSMB405A - Monitor and manage small business operations (45) CUFCMP301A - Implement Copyright Arrangements (20) CUSIND301B - Work Effectively In The Music Industry (35) CUSUHS301A - Follow Occupational Health & Safety Procedures (10) CUSEVT301A - Book Performance Venues (35) BSBCRT402A - Collaborate in a creative process (40) CUSIND401A - Develop specialist expertise in the music industry (40) CUSMGT403A - Manage Licensing of Music (35) CUSMKG301A - Assist with the promotion of creative acts (35) BSBEBU401A - Review and maintain a website (50) CUSMKG301A - Assist with the promotion of creative acts (35) SITXMPR001A - Coordinate the production of brochures and marketing materials (60) BSBMKG413A - Promote Products and Services (40) BSBMKG414A - Undertake Marketing Activities (50)
Pre-course experience or pre-requisites: Students will be required to have completed studies at Certificate I and/or Certificate II level OR have completed year 10 (do not have to be current school students). The course focus is on Music Business. Students do not need to be musicians themselves, but they have to have an interest in the music industry as a career. Musicians are also encouraged to participate, as these are the same skills they will need to pursue their own careers as a self managed artist in the modern music industry. Pathways into the qualification: Certificate III qualification in Music Business, Certificate III in marketing or business management (e.g. BSB30107 Certificate III in Business) vocational experience in marketing or business management, but without formal marketing or business management qualifications with limited or no vocational experience and without a relevant lower level qualification. Course Cost: $4950.00 Please note: all courses have minimum enrolments that must be achieved for courses to proceed. Unit selection may be subject to change.
SACE Credits: 75 Credits at Stage 2
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Studio Recording and Live Sound Certificate III In Technical Production The Certificate III in Technical Production course focuses on studio based music production skills that will teach students how to make music using the latest music technology and the basic sound engineering skills to make it sound great too.
Music technology has blurred the line between composer and engineer/producer and has created the need for a “hybrid skill set” that will be the staple of the next generation of Australia’s musicians, composers and producers. With hands on training from an experienced producer and engineer and utilizing the resources and equipment of an established recording studio, this course is perfect for those who wish to gain a practical hands on knowledge of studio recording, Pro Tools and production techniques, and live sound. Commencement Dates: 32 Weeks commencing week 2, Term 1 Thursdays 9:30am to 3:30pm Location: Northern Sound System Elizabeth Way Elizabeth SA 5112
Nationally Accredited Units of Competency and Nominal Hours: CUEIND01C - Source and apply entertainment industry knowledge (10) CUESOU03C - Operate professional audio equipment (100) CUSMCP303A - Develop simple musical pieces using electronic media (35) CUSMPF202A - Incorporate music technology into performance (35) CUESOU08B - Select and manage microphone and other audio input sources (30) CUFSOU204A - Perform basic sound editing (30) CUSSOU302A - Record and mix a basic music demo (40) CUSSOU202A - Mix sound in a broadcasting environment (20) BSBWOR203A - Work effectively with others (15) CUECOR01C - Manage own work and learning (10)? CUSOHS301A - Follow Occupational Health and Safety procedures (10) SACE Credits: 45 Credits at Stage 1 or 2 Pre-course experience or pre-requisites: Students will be required to have completed studies at Certificate I and/or Certificate II level OR have completed year 10. The course focus is on sound technology and recording in a musical setting. Students do not need to be musicians themselves, but they have to have an interest in music technology as a career. Course Cost: $2795.00
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Please note: all courses have minimum enrolments that must be achieved for courses to proceed. Unit selection may be subject to change.
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Vocational Education Training (VET) Information for Secondary Schools Music SA has been delivering contemporary music programs in partnership with the music industry into secondary schools since 1990 with proven success. VET Music provides the opportunity for students to expand their post school opportunities in music whilst gaining a nationally accredited vocational training certificate and contributing to their SACE. Music SA VET Programs can provide up to 70 SACE Credits for students per year. Many Secondary Schools in SA are now delivering VET based Music Programs, and there are excellent resources available. The cost becomes prohibitive however where there are only a few students who are wishing to engage with the program. The Music SA VET programs are perfect for schools where there are 1 – 5 students who are wishing to engage with Music VET and where the School does not have the capacity to support these programs internally. Importantly, the Music SA VET program has direct links to the music industry, providing hands on experience, work placement opportunities and networks that are not offered or available elsewhere. Why Should I Study VET? Studying VET as part of SACE can give students a head start in a career by developing hands-on skills in areas of work and industry that are of interest while at the same time being able to complete SACE.
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Once students have chosen the VET options the VET coordinator at the school can help work out how many credits need to be achieved at Stage 1 or Stage 2, and how to claim them on completion of a VET course. Up to 180 out of 200 SACE credits can be earned using VET. Students can also focus their Personal Learning Plan and Year 12 Research Project on any chosen industry area. As a guide, students are able to gain the following credits through Music SA programs:
Accredited Course
Sace Credits
Sace Stage
Certificate I In Creative Industries
35
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Certificate II In Music (full year)
35
1
Certificate II In Music (partial)
10
1
Certificate III In Music Business
45
1 or 2
Certificate IV in Music Business
75
2
For more information contact the Music SA Training Coordinator: Nev de Boar Ph: (08) 8218 8444 Mob: 0401 092 271 or nev@musicsa.com.au
Our Philosophy Learning Center Design The Music SA Learning Centre, is designed with emerging Music Industry entrepreneurs and innovators, in mind. Our courses use a project based, accelerated music business incubator model. During 2013, our participants were well on their way to building and spreading better music business practices. Our learning centers are designed with our participants in mind. We emphasize flexible, peer, collaborative & social learning. Our participants experience the vital connection to the ever changing Music Sector.
Education Philosophy We believe the purpose of the education process and experience at Music SA, is to prepare our participants for their Music Industry vocation, and help them understand where this fits, into their process of life long learning.
Vision for 2014 eliver best practice, project based, Music Industry D Skills & VET Courses. Enable participants to gain qualifications. Create an environment that accelerates learning and boosts performance of participants, becoming Music Industry Professionals. Formulate activities, assessments and projects, within each course so participants gain relevant Music Industry skills & experience. Develop an environment of discovering what participants love to do, which leads to enthusiasm for their work, and takes care of their successes. Develop a strong sense of “community� amongst the participants, building the social capital needed to sustain the local industry in the longer term. Create pathways & industry networks into further education and employment.
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