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RTO Partnerships

Delivering national qualifications that open career pathways in dance.
a group of dancers standing close together wearing black. Each person has positioned their body and arms leaning to the left. Front cover image of the Ausdance VIC RTO Partnerships prospectus.

Our Registered Training Organisation (RTO) works in partnership with secondary schools and dance studios across the country to deliver nationally-accredited qualifications. Our courses are shaped by industry leaders and designed to provide students with the skills and experience to pursue diverse careers in dance and live performance.

As a dance-specialist RTO with 25 years expertise, we understand your world and are here to support your school or studio every step of the way. When you partner with Ausdance VIC RTO (20949), you get more than just the ability to deliver a qualification. We provide everything from comprehensive resources, industry-exclusive programs and professional development to administration and compliance support. You can focus on teaching and developing the next generation of dance professionals, while we handle the administrative side of things.

Dance studio partnerships with Ausdance VIC RTO

Secondary school partnerships with Ausdance VIC RTO

What you get

Build a program that’s as unique as your students. Choose from industry-relevant electives that inspire and challenge, giving them practical, career-focused learning.

From collaboration sessions to quality teaching resources, we’ve got you covered. Access professional development, assessment tools, and everything you need to deliver a meaningful program.

Get your students ready for the real world! Our industry-led workshops, mock auditions, and performance exams offer hands-on experience with direct connections to professionals.

What our partners say

Meet our education team

RTO Manager
Colleen Racovalis
RTO Manager

Colleen is an experienced dance educator, trainer and assessor with over 15 years of experience across teaching, mentoring and vocational education within the Australian dance sector. She has worked extensively supporting students undertaking nationally recognised dance qualifications, guiding them through their development as emerging educators and performers.

Beyond her work in training and assessment, Colleen has held leadership roles in dance education, including studio direction, course delivery and student support. She has played a key role in mentoring students, coordinating training programs, and supporting compliance within Registered Training Organisations, while consistently delivering high-quality education and practice.

Driven by a genuine passion for dance education and a commitment to high standards in all aspects of her work, Colleen brings energy, integrity and a strong sense of purpose to everything she does. She is excited to bring her knowledge, experience and dedication to Ausdance VIC and looks forward to supporting the continued growth and strength of the dance community.

RTO Administration Assistant
Kristie Smee
RTO Administration Assistant

Kristie Smee is an accomplished and highly qualified dance educator, adjudicator, and vocational training professional with over 25 years of experience in the performing arts industry. Her career spans performance, elite dance training, and nationally accredited education, allowing her to bridge industry practice with structured learning environments.

A registered teacher and international examiner with the Royal Academy of Dance, Kristie also mentors and supervises trainee teachers within the RAD Classical Ballet Teaching Program. She delivers exam intensives, open classes, and supports students preparing for high-level examination and performance opportunities.

Holding a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and a Certificate IV in Dance Teaching and Management, Kristie has extensive experience delivering and assessing nationally recognised qualifications in Dance. Kristie also holds a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology and Sociology), which informs her inclusive and student-focused approach.

Kristie has experience in creative writing for stage. She has directed and produced over 30 musicals and original theatrical pantomimes. A former studio owner & Director 23 years and a proud mother of three, Kristie is now currently teaching for several esteemed studios across regional Victoria. Kristie is an avid learner and passionate about supporting the next generation of dancers, educators and the wider dance community.