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Holding RAD professional membership (RTS) opens the door to a wide range of benefits and recognises your skills and experience wherever you are. As an RAD Registered Teacher, you’ll receive:

• Exclusive access to exams: Enter students for RAD ballet and musical theatre exams, a hallmark of excellence.
• Increased visibility: Feature in our teacher directory and enhance your marketing with the RAD RTS brand.
• Ongoing support: Enjoy membership benefits, world-class Continuous Professional Development, and valuable networking opportunities.

This quick form will guide you to the most suitable route to becoming an RAD Registered Teacher based on your experience and qualifications.

Please make sure you complete all required fields and click ‘submit’ at the end so we can review your information and get back to you. You may need to upload optional proof of your qualifications or experience to help speed up your enquiry. This is completely optional, you can still submit without it.

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Have you already completed one of our RTS-eligible training programmes?

Select ‘yes’ if you have completed training with us that leads directly to RTS eligibility.

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Do you hold a Level 4 (or equivalent) dance teaching qualification?

A Level 4 qualification in the UK is a higher education qualification equivalent to the first year of a bachelor’s degree.

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Was your qualification awarded by a recognised organisation?

We are accepting applications from teachers with a recognised dance teaching qualification from the following awarding societies (T&Cs apply)

ISTD – Level 4

ISTD – Licentiate

IDTA – Level 4

Deutscher Berufsverband für Tanzpädagogik (DBfT)

BBO – Level 5

Australian Teachers of Dance (Member Teacher and Licentiate Teacher) – Level 5

Cecchetti Ballet Australia – Licentiate Diploma and Fellowship Diploma (awarded 2018-2022)

Royal Ballet School – Diploma of Dance Teaching

Canada’s National Ballet School – Teacher Training Programme

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Tell us more about your qualification, including the level, awarding body and the date you gained your qualification.

Please upload evidence of your dance teaching qualifications.

This may include certificates, diplomas, transcripts, or official documentation from the awarding body showing your Level 4 (or higher) qualification(s).

Accepted file types: pdf, png, jpg, docx, Max. file size: 128 MB.

Are you currently studying or have you recently completed a dance-related degree?

This includes honours degrees with modules in dance technique or pedagogy.

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Are you currently training (or have you trained within the last 2 years) at a full-time vocational dance school?

Full-time means 30+ hours per week at an accredited dance training provider.

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Tell us about your dance training, qualifications, and teaching experience

Our team will review your experience and qualifications and will be in touch to recommend the most appropriate route to RAD RTS.

Do you have any additional qualifications, certifications or professional development relevant to your teaching practice? If so, please provide details.

Please upload any supporting evidence of additional qualifications or training.

This may include certificates, CPD records, workshop confirmations, or any other relevant documentation that supports your teaching practice. If you have professional performance experience, you are encouraged to include evidence such as official programme notes, cast listings, or proof of employment (e.g. contracts) with a professional dance company or production.

Max. file size: 128 MB.

Are you aged 16 or over?

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No

You’re on the right path, but you’ll need to be aged 16 or over to access this route

We’d love to keep in touch while you continue your training! Let us know below if you’d like to hear about RTS membership, and dance teacher training opportunities.

Not yet eligible

Please keep me updated on RAD RTS and studying opportunities.

Complete your application and apply now for RAD Registered Teacher Status

If you’ve graduated from a Faculty of Education programme within the last 12 months you’re eligible for our reduced graduate rate. We’ll apply this automatically based on the information on your record.

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How did you hear about RAD membership?*

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Why have you decided to become a teaching member of the RAD?*

For the Professional Status

To deliver and enter pupils for RAD Ballet exams

To deliver and enter pupils for RAD Musical Theatre exams

Access information and resources

To get discounts on CPD

To get discounts on uniform

To get discounts on RAD events

To get news and information about dance

To get 3rd party offers and benefits

To connect with the local dance community

To connect with the global dance community

To get access to Dance Gazette

To access the library and archive

Membership history

Have you previously held RAD membership?*

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Previous RAD ID (if applicable/known)

Teaching qualifications

Please select which of the following makes you eligible for Registered Teacher Status.*

RAD qualification

Non-RAD qualification from an approved awarding society*

*We are currently accepting applications from dance teachers with a recognised dance teaching qualification. A joining fee of £150/€170 applies, in addition to the membership fee.

If you have one, what's your most recent RAD teaching qualification?

Which year did you graduate?

If you have a qualification from an approved awarding body that makes you eligible for Registered Teacher Status, please upload proof of this.

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Max. file size: 128 MB.

Examples of proof could include a copy of your qualification certificate. Once your file has been uploaded it will show the file name followed by 100% to confirm it has been added successfully. The red X allows you to remove a file you have uploaded.

RAD safeguarding requirements

Please read the following questions carefully before answering, as your application will not be accepted if these are answered incorrectly.

As a dance teacher, you have duty of care toward the children and adults at risk who attend your classes or the premises in which you operate your business. It is your personal responsibility to ensure you meet the RAD safeguarding requirements as a professional member of the RAD; we will support you to meet these requirements. See our safeguarding FAQs for more information

Please upload a copy of your up-to-date CV*

Max. file size: 128 MB.

Your CV can include details on your education and qualifications, work history, skills and any other experience, with dates specific to each point.

Do you have any criminal convictions to declare?*

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Have you had a criminal record check (enhanced DBS or international equivalent) within the last three years OR will you make an agreement to get one within the next 12 months? (Mandatory to be accepted)*

Please note that if you select ‘No’ the Membership team will be in contact regarding your application, which may cause a delay.

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Do you agree to participate in annual safeguarding training as part of your annual CPD hours? (Mandatory to be accepted)*

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Privacy

The Royal Academy of Dance is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.

Read our Membership Services Privacy Notice.

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One key membership benefit is our e-news communications where we share the latest RAD updates. We will also signpost you to events, competitions and member-only offers, highlight the latest job vacancies and much more. If you do not wish to receive e-news communications, tick the box below.

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You can change your preferences at any time in the RAD Members’ Area.

Once you become a RAD Registered Teacher, your details will be automatically added to our online Register of Teachers, if you are not happy about this you can tell us here. You can change your preferences at any time in the RAD Members’ Area.

By completing this form you agree to adhere to and are bound by the RAD’s Code of Conduct, Code of Professional Practice and Supplemental Charter and Bye-Laws.

All teachers registered with the RAD are required to participate in the CPD Scheme.

By completing this form you agree to the Membership Terms and Conditions.

Routes to RAD Registered Teacher Status

Only teachers who meet our criteria, representing the highest standards, can become RAD Registered Teachers and enter students for RAD exams. Whether you are already a dance teacher holding a recognised qualification from a different awarding body, or someone who has studied with the RAD, there are four routes to becoming eligible for RTS (Registered Teacher Status).

Train as a dance teacher with us and complete one of the RAD higher education programmes

Complete our Access Route for students of non-RAD honours dance degree programmes

Complete our Access Route for students of non-RAD-accredited vocational dance programmes

Apply for RAD RTS if holding a dance or musical theatre teaching qualification by a recognised awarding society

“She was more than my teacher. She was like a guide, a friend, a parent. I’m really, really grateful for everything she has done.”

Dipesh Verma, Rambert Dancer

Recognised dance teaching qualifications

We are accepting applications from teachers with a recognised dance teaching qualification from the following awarding societies*:

• ISTD – Level 4
• ISTD – Licentiate
• IDTA – Level 4
• Deutscher Berufsverband für Tanzpädagogik (DBfT)
• BBO – Level 5
• Australian Teachers of Dance (Member Teacher and Licentiate Teacher) – Level 5
• Cecchetti Ballet Australia – Licentiate Diploma and Fellowship Diploma (awarded 2018-2022)
• Royal Ballet School – Diploma of Dance Teaching
• Canada’s National Ballet School – Teacher Training Programme

*Except for those residing in Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan and China. For those residing in these countries, please contact your National Office.

“Gaining RTS will mean that I would be the first ballet teacher in Bahrain to offer RAD to students on the island. As one of the most important dance education organisations in the world; it will be amazing to see students’ passion for dance grow throughout their training.”

“Becoming an RAD Registered Teacher is a personal aspiration, alongside elevating the quality of ballet education I can offer. I am excited about the potential for growth and development that this affiliation can bring, and I am fully committed to meeting the requirements and standards set by the RAD.”

RAD Safeguarding requirements

We are committed to putting the wellbeing of students, teachers and staff first, and to ensuring that children, young people, and vulnerable or at risk adults are protected from harm.

By joining the RAD as a Registered Teacher via any of the above routes, you are committing to meet the following safeguarding requirements at the point of application to become a teaching member, and at the point of renewal.

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