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College Certificate - Performing Arts - Preparation (PPAPN)

Sheridan College

Trafalgar — Oakville, Ontario, Canada

Study Level
Certificate · 1-Year Post-Secondary Certificate
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
September 2027
Tuition Fee
CAD 16,206
Application Fee
CAD 100
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Program Description In the Performing Arts - Preparation certificate program, students gain first-hand experience in a wide range of disciplines, developing core skills that can help them advance to a more specialized performing arts school. This hands-on performing arts program offers an opportunity for students to improve their performing, auditioning and technical production skills, and will enable students to learn to work collaboratively with other creative individuals. Students will get to try their hand at acting, singing, dancing and comedy (standup and sketch). They will also learn about the business aspects of the performing arts industry. Throughout both semesters, students make field trips to see live concerts, plays and other professional performances. In the Performing Arts – Preparation program, students will have the chance to: Attend several professional theatrical productions throughout the year from the major theatre companies in the area — including Second City, Stratford Festival, Mirvish Productions, Shaw Festival, Soulpepper Theatre and Canadian Stage. Receive talkbacks from performers after shows. Engage in conversation with invited guest speakers who are prominent community members, including agents and directors. Increase their knowledge of how the performing arts industry works in Canada and how auditions are run by various theatre companies. Develop their own creativity! Through this program, students will learn to display their talents, discover their strengths and clarify their educational and career goals. The successful completion of the program will enable the graduate to: Plan career and education pathways, based upon potential aptitude and interest, that are specific to the genres, processes and roles within the performing arts industry. Exhibit fundamental performance and production skills reflective of an emerging level of personal process and methodology. Reflect and critique performance skills of self and peers to inform future performance. Curate and showcase audition material for a variety of performance and/or educational opportunities. Interact in a professional manner appropriate to the performing arts industry. Prepare and execute a live performance working collaboratively and creatively with others.
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Field of study
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Credential
1-Year Post-Secondary Certificate
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
CAD 16,206
Application fee
CAD 100
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

Scholarships are competitive and may change, close or be withdrawn. Eagle Link does not guarantee that any student will receive a scholarship.

Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
September 2027, September 2028, September 2029
Application deadline
Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Trafalgar

Oakville, Ontario, Canada

1430 Trafalgar Road

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
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About the Institution

Founded in 1967, Sheridan has grown from a local college of 400 students to one of Ontario’s leading postsecondary institutions, educating approximately 22,500 full-time studies students every year on three campuses in three Ontario cities – Oakville, Brampton, and Mississauga. An award-winning institution, Sheridan attracts students from across Canada and around the world. Sheridan’s 175,000 alumni play a critical role in shaping the future of society in the fields of arts, business, community service, health, technology, and the skilled trades. Located in Brampton, one of the fastest-growing...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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