Partner Organisations
Certificate III Courses
NICA supports government-funded, nationally recognised tertiary courses, delivered through our partner organisations, Flying Fruit Fly Circus, Patrick School of the Arts, and Spectrum Dance Studios.
NICA has entered into a new educational partnership with Collarts (Australian College for the Arts), which is accredited by TEQSA to offer the Bachelor of Circus Arts program and provides overarching academic and quality guidance and regulation.
Our VET programs will continue to be delivered in partnership with Swinburne University in 2025, before transitioning to Collarts in 2026.
Flying Fruit Fly Circus
Certificate III in Circus Arts
Flying Fruit Fly Circus is the only organisation in Australia to deliver Certificate III in Circus Arts, accredited by Swinburne University of Technology, in partnership with NICA and Wodonga Senior Secondary College. The vocational qualification is a recognised pathway to further education at NICA.
Patrick School of the Arts
Certificate III in Dance
Patrick School of the Arts (PSA) delivers Certificate III in Dance, accredited by Swinburne University of Technology. Nurturing the individual journey of each performing artist, PSA leads its students through innovation, creativity, and inspiration. The program provides technical, and artistic training that equips students with the skills to succeed in their professional careers. Completion of the program leads graduates to further training at Certificate level, or to obtaining work within the industry.
Spectrum Dance Studios
Certificate III in Dance
Spectrum Dance Studios (SDS) delivers Certificate III in Dance, accredited by Swinburne University of Technology. The program connects students to practical work and performance experience, and networking opportunities with leading industry professionals. Versatile training, delivered within a motivational learning environment, moulds students into multifaceted, and adaptable performers. Graduates of the program often progress to further study, or enter the workforce prepared to meet its demands.
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