This certificate can be completed in one academic year and is designed to quickly give students foundational skills and knowledge in the art of acting. It can also be useful for more experienced actors looking to further develop their craft. The core required courses will give a strong understanding of how to approach any acting role, with an array of optional courses that will deepen the student's understanding and abilities. The courses completed for this certificate may also be used towards the more comprehensive Acting: Advanced Certificate and some courses can be applied towards the AA and/or AAT in Theater Arts.

Career Opportunities

The Bay Area has a thriving scene for actors that includes opportunities in Theater, Independent film, commercials, Voice Over work. Skills learned and developed with this certificate will also give students the knowledge and confidence needed in order to enter larger markets in the acting field such as Los Angeles, Chicago and New York.

Program Learning Outcomes

- Develop a role for performance in a play

- Understand the communication between actor and director in the rehearsal process of a play or film