RAD Australia Teachers’ Scholarship Fund

The Royal Academy of Dance aims to increase access, reward aspirations, and support the excellent standard of education within our Registered Teaching Membership.

In 2021-2022, together with the assistance of our inaugural partners DanceSurance, Harlequin Floors and Bloch we created an ongoing Teachers’ Scholarship Fund supporting RAD Registered Teachers who wish to develop their skills and knowledge by engaging with Continuing Professional Development.

Last year, there were 15 scholarship awarded to registered RAD teachers from around Australia to offset the cost of attending CPD courses and the costs associated with attending.

Now in its’ fourth year, we are very pleased to announce the Teachers’ Scholarship Fund will continue in 2024, offering three application rounds for CPD activities throughout the year.

Scholarships are available for:

All RAD Australia CPD offerings.
Syllabus Intensive Teacher Observations
RAD Global Webinars
RAD Australia Conferences
RAD Endorsed Provider courses

Anything else will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

There is also limited support available for teachers who wish to undertake external professional development opportunities. External courses will need to meet standard CPD requirements for time valued CPD.

Applications

Round 1

Closed

Round 2

Closed

Round 3

Open 6 June
Close 3 September
Notified 6 September
Valid for courses between 1 September-30 November

The Royal Academy of Dance is committed to celebrating and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people in regional and remote areas, people living with disabilities, and people who identify as male or gender diverse.

Conditions for application

Please click here to view conditions for application.

Selection criteria

Scholarships will be assessed and awarded using the information provided on the application form as well as a personal statement.

You should write a personal statement addressing the selection criteria here and attach it to your application below:

A strong commitment to professional development
A proactive and committed approach to dance teaching
An interest in contributing to and engaging with the wider dance teaching profession
Barriers that you believe impact your ability to participate in the activity without assistance, such as financial, geographical, logistical, or personal circumstances that are relevant to you.

Courses available- Round 3:

Focus on Classical Dances: Grades 1-3 (Brisbane)

Boys in Dance: Negotiating Adolescence (Online)

Youth Mental Health First Aid (Online)

Submit an application below

Teachers’ Scholarship Fund Application Form:

Name*
First Last
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Phone*
Email*
Membership Number*
Do you have a current RAD Australia Membership?*
- Yes
- No
Qualifications
What year did you receive RAD registration?*
Tell us about your dance teaching qualifications*
Tell us about your other qualifications
Tell us about your dance teaching experience*
Which activity are you applying for?
Please select ONE activity from all the available options below (RAD courses, online webinars, external activities, conference)
CPD Courses Australia
RAD Webinars or Global CPD Course

Please identify the name and date of the webinar you wish to attend
External professional development opportunties
Please give the name, date, fees and a brief description of the course, conference or opportunity you would like to attend. Please note external courses need to meet RAD CPD requirements for time-valued CPD.
Personal Statement
Your personal statement should demonstrate the following selection criteria: • A strong commitment to professional development • A proactive and committed approach to dance teaching • An interest in contributing to and engaging with the wider dance teaching profession • Barriers which you believe impacts on your ability to participate in the activity without assistance, such as financial or geographic. Upload your personal statement below.
File
Max. file size: 51 MB.
Conditions of application*
I agree that I have read and understood the Conditions of Application. (Please refer to linked document above)
Consent*
I agree to provide feedback on the Teachers' Scholarship Fund. Please note it is a condition of application that you provide feedback on this process if you are successful in your application.
Marketing
If successful in my application I agree to RAD Australia sharing information about my application with wider RAD staff, fund partners, donors and for general marketing purposes including website, printed materials and social media publication. If you prefer to remain anonymous please leave this box unchecked.

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Make a contribution to the future of dance in Australia

Should you wish to contribute to the Teachers’ Scholarship Fund we are grateful for all donations large or small. Your support will ensure our teachers remain at the forefront of their profession providing the highest standards of dance education to grassroots dancers right here in Australia. To make a one-off or ongoing donation click here. Find out more

Teachers’ Scholarship Fund Supporters

RAD Australia is grateful for the support of inaugural Teachers' Scholarship Fund partners