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Join our community of world-class teachers

Being an RAD Registered Teacher means representing excellence in the dance industry. Together, we’ll inspire the next generation of dancers, prepare them for RAD exams, and spread the joy of dance. Registration is just the beginning. With us, you’ll receive:
  • Ongoing advancement: access world-class CPD opportunities.
  • Professional growth: enjoy Membership benefits and develop your business.
  • Increased visibility: feature in our online teacher directory, and benefit from of our marketing initiatives.

Only teachers who meet our criteria, representing the highest standards, can become RAD Registered Teachers. 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).

1. Dance teachers recognised by another dance awarding society

2. Coming from accredited vocational dance programmes

3. Coming from honours dance degree programmes

4. Start studying with the RAD

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A world of benefits

Holding RAD Registered Teacher Status (RTS) opens the door to a world of benefits designed to elevate your teaching career and bring recognition of your skills and experience wherever you are in the world.

  • Appear on the global RAD Register of Teachers and make it easier to find you online.
  • Enter your students for RAD exams, a hallmark of excellence in their dance training.
  • Enjoy our professional membership scheme and receive the support and resources to thrive in your role.
  • Participate in tailored professional development opportunities and stay ahead of industry trends.
  • Be part of a vibrant global community of like-minded teachers, fostering collaboration and support.
  • Increase your employability in over 80 countries worldwide, with a globally recognised professional qualification.

Be part of the movement. Join thousands of teachers worldwide in transforming lives.

Already eligible for Registered Teacher Status?

As a recent graduate of a teacher training programme with the RAD, you can apply for membership directly to become RAD RTS.
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RAD Safeguarding Requirements

The RAD 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:

  1. Provide an up-to-date CV and professional references upon request (for new and reinstating applicants only)
  2. Obtain a criminal record check
  3. Self-declare any criminal convictions to the RAD
  4. Participate in annual safeguarding training as part of your CPD hours

These requirements are integrated into the CPD scheme and you will be asked to make your declaration upon application as a new or reinstating RAD Registered Teacher. Don’t worry if you have not met these requirements we will support you. See our FAQs to find out how.