2010
An
Coimisiϊn le Rincν Gaelacha
Scrudu
Teastas Mhϊinteora (T.C.R.G.)
T.C.R.G. (Teachers')
Examination
Clαr
Scrϊdaithe
Syllabus of
Examination
Le
feidhm σ 1 Mαrta 2010
Effective from 1st March
2010
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1.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR ENTRY
The
examination is open to persons who are 20 years of age or over at the date of
examination and are acceptable to An Coimisiϊn as candidates and have been
recommended by a registered adjudicator or teacher (see paragraph 2 below). Applications received after the set
quota of candidates for an examination has been reached must unfortunately be
refused. Early application is
therefore necessary in the case of all examinations.
2.
COMPETENCY AND SUITABILITY
An
applicant must submit with his or her application a recommendation by any
registered teacher or adjudicator testifying that the certifier knows the
applicant, is satisfied that he or she can perform the required dances for the
practical dancing test to a reasonably good standard and knows of no reason why
the applicant should not be suitable and acceptable as a registered
teacher.
3.
DATES OF
EXAMINATION
Examinations
usually take place in
4.
APPLICATIONS AND FEES
Applications
and fees must be sent to the Coimisiun Office. The application form must be
fully completed and signed by the applicant after he or she has carefully read
this syllabus and enclosures in full.
Fees, including deposits and balances, must be paid by credit card or cash only. The
Applications should normally be lodged six months prior to an examination date
but where there is likely to be pressure of numbers even earlier application is
strongly advised. (See separate circular for details of
examination dates, and venues, rates of candidates' fees and where applications
and fees should be sent.)
While
it is desirable that applicants pay the full fees at time of application they
may, if they so wish, pay 50% of the fee with their applications and the
remainder at least three months prior to the date of the examination or by such
other date as the Examination Authority may decide.
5.
WITHDRAWALS AND FORFEITURE OF
FEES
(1)
Where
a candidate, having been accepted for examination, withdraws the application
three months or more prior to the examination date 50% of the examination fee
will be forfeited.
(2)
Candidates
who withdraw applications between three months and the date of the examination,
or who fail to attend, will forfeit the full fee except in very exceptional
circumstances.
(3)
Failure
to attend, or late withdrawal, may result in candidates being disqualified from
taking or retaking the examination for a period decided by the Examination
Authority.
(4)
The
periods referred to in sub-paragraphs (1) and (2) of this paragraph, will be
determined by the date on which notice of withdrawal is received by An
Coimisiϊn, the Examination Authority or the examination
organiser.
6.
SECTIONS OF
EXAMINATION
(1)
The examination consists of six sections as
follows:-
(a) practical test in
stepdancing
(b) written cιilν dancing
test
(c) practical test in
teaching cιilν dancing
(d) practical test in
teaching stepdancing
(e) written music test
(f) oral Irish
language test (optional if candidate lives outside
(2)
All required sections must be attempted at the same examination (subject
to the exception relating to the Irish language test in the case of persons
living outside
(3)
The requirements of each section are set out in detail in paragraphs
11-16 below.
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REPEAT
EXAMINATION
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Where
a candidate achieves less than 50% in any section of the examination (excluding
the oral Irish test) all
sections must be repeated.
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·
Unsuccessful
candidates (achieving 50% or more), in any section(s) of the examination on the
1ST. attempt may repeat the section(s) in 2nd and
3rd attempts.
·
·
4th.
and subsequent examination attempts will require all
sections of the examination to be repeated (except the oral Irish test if
already passed).
·
·
A
candidate, who has not completed the full
examination within 5 years of the 1ST. attempt, must repeat the full
examination. Because
of the infrequency of examinations in Australia and New Zealand, the provisions
of this sub-paragraph may be varied at the discretion of An Coimisiϊn.
·
·
6
months must elapse before a candidate may re-take any section of the
examination.
(e.g. exam taken in May, may retake unsuccessful
section in October). This will allow ample time to prepare
properly.
8.
REGULATIONS
(1) In the written cιilν dancing test and in
the music test
(a)
Candidates
are not permitted to use or have on their desks or tables any papers, books or
notebooks other than the answer papers (which may also be used for rough work)
and the cιilν question paper handed
out by the examiners in charge.
Neither may a candidate use electronic aids in lieu of written notes
etc. The making of carbon copies of
answer papers is not
allowed.
(b) During these sections any conversation
or other contact between candidates is strictly forbidden.
(c)
Any
rough work, diagrams, cancelled answers etc. made during these sections cannot
be retained by the candidates but
instead must be either handed up to an examiner (but will not of course be taken into account in
the marking of candidates' papers) or alternatively torn up in the presence of an examiner
and placed in a receptacle provided for the purpose.
(d)
Candidates
are not permitted to leave the examination room and return unless with the
permission of, and accompanied by, a supervising official.
(2)
The examination supervisors may at their sole discretion immediately
disqualify from an examination any candidate adjudged guilty by them of any
breach of the foregoing regulations in sub-paragraph (1) above.
(3)
Candidates take the examination at their own risk. Where a person suffers from a physical
illness or disability, or is pregnant, allowance cannot be made for such
illness, disability or condition in sections of the examination, which require
physical effort and where in some circumstances a candidate might be placed at
risk.
Where
a candidate suffers from an illness or handicap or is pregnant and still wishes
to proceed with the examination he or she must indicate accordingly in the
appropriate section of the application form. A medical certificate acceptable to the
Examination Authority must be furnished indicating the nature of the illness,
handicap or condition and certifying
whether the applicant's medical adviser is satisfied that the applicant
is capable of taking the practical sections of the examination as described by
the applicant to the certifier without risk to himself or herself (see
application form). Such information will be treated with total
confidentiality. The final
decision as to whether a candidate is allowed to participate in an examination
lies with the examiners.
Failure
to disclose an illness, incapacity or pregnancy may, if it later comes to light,
result in the candidate concerned being permanently disqualified from taking any
Coimisiϊn examination in the future.
(4)
Applications must be accompanied by the applicant's birth certificate and
a recent passport size photograph of the applicant signed on the
back.
8.
RESULTS
(1)
The examination results will be e-mailed. Shortly thereafter, all
candidates will receive the official result sheet showing the marks achieved in
each section. Unsuccessful candidates will also receive details on each failed
section. This will be the only communication a candidate will receive, directly
or indirectly, in relation to the results of the examination. An Coimisiϊn, the Examination Authority
or individual examiners will not enter into any further correspondence or
discussion with a candidate or with anyone else acting on the candidate's behalf
regarding an examination result.
(2)
The decision of the examiners concerning any candidate's result, when
confirmed by
the Examination Authority, is final.
10.
AMENDMENTS TO
EXAMINATION
DOCUMENTATION
Examination
fees change from time to time as do also the fees to repeat separate sections of
the examination. These, together with other information relating to examination
dates and venues, amendments to this syllabus and other relevant data, are
published in a separate circular from time to time. Intending applicants must therefore
ensure that both the examination syllabus they have and the additional circular
are the up-to-date versions of those documents.
EXAMINATION
SECTIONS.
11. Rince Aonair: Stepdancing -
Practical Test
Candidates
must be capable of performing any or all of the following dances to the
satisfaction of the examiners.
(1)
Reel, double Jig, Slip (Hop) Jig,
Single Jig, Hornpipe
(2)
The following old set dances in the traditional manner and
speed:-
Garden of Daisies, Job of
Journeywork, St. Patrick's Day, The Blackbird
(3)
Nine other set dances nominated in advance by the candidates. Four of these dances must be in
jig-time, four in hornpipe time and the ninth in either of those
times.
A
candidate must have different steps for each set-dance: i.e., he or she must
have different settings for all nine set-dances. Neither may a candidate repeat steps
from an ordinary solo dance, e.g., double jig or hornpipe, in a
set-dance.
A
candidate who has achieved B- or higher in Grade Examinations in Grades 7 12
inclusive, is exempt from this Practical Test.
CDs playable on any sound system not just a computer etc may be used. Candidates wishing to use IPods, MP3 players etc must provide a docking station at the exam.
Criteria
:[which
the candidate must meet]
Dance
with correct time and rhythm.
Execute
the steps adequately (feet placement, etc.).
Complete
dancing without stopping.
Use
suitable material.
Complete
set dances without repeating material.
Dance
traditional sets in traditional manner and style.
Qualifying Mark: Pass - 70%: Pass with Honours - 80% or
higher.
Note: A pass with honours will gain a
candidate a credit, which exempt
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Rince
Cιilν: Cιilν Dancing -
Written Test
Candidates
are required to have a detailed knowledge of all dances in the handbook "Ar
Rincν Foirne" (blue cover edition (2003)).
The
question paper will consist of 16 questions (12 x 5 marks; 4 x 10 marks). The paper will be set in English and
also in Irish if a candidate so requests at time of application, the paper may
be answered in English or in Irish or in a combination of both
languages.
The
questions will cover all or most of the 30 dances in the handbook. It is possible for candidates to obtain
partial marks for answers to questions where the answers are not fully
correct. The time allowed for
answering the paper is two hours.
As
the test is a searching one, candidates are advised to practise answering
question papers. Sample question papers are in the Examination Pack available
from the Coimisiϊn Office.
Qualifying
mark: 70%
CANDIDATES
WHO WISH TO TAKE THE WRITTEN TESTS IN THE IRISH LANGUAGE MUST NOTIFY THE OFFICE
OF AN COIMISIΪN WHEN APPLYING TO TAKE THE EXAM.
13. Rince
Cιilν: Cιilν Dancing -
Teaching Test
Candidates
are required to teach parts of different dances from the handbook "Ar Rincν
Foirne" to a group of dancers. The
examiners will choose the dances and their parts.
In
preparing for this section candidates are advised to study the handbook in close
detail and get as much practice as possible in teaching the movements to a group
of dancers.
As
part of this section candidates may be required to demonstrate that they are
capable of performing the basic steps required for Cιilν dancing.
Criteria
:[which
the candidate must meet]
Set
up the dancers correctly.
Know
the dance and movements sufficiently.
Instruct
in a clear, concise and audible manner.
Guide
the dancers through the movements.
Correct
errors in the movements/footwork.
Breakdown
of the movements in a suitable manner.
Show
confidence in practical teaching.
Have
correct music/rhythm/tempo of music.
Have
discipline when dealing with the dancers.
Succeed
in teaching the movement.
Qualifying
Mark: 70%
14. Rince
Aonair: Stepdancing Teaching Test
Candidates are required to teach a light and a heavy step of such
different degrees of difficulty as the examiners may request in all or any of
the following dances:
Reel
Slip (Hop) Jig
Single Jig
Light Jig
Double Jig
Hornpipe
Traditional Set-dance
Other Set-dances (from list of 9 submitted)
Candidates
may also be required to show how they would deal with beginners or very young
children, identify and correct faults and teach basic movements such as
Rocks, Drums, Cross-keys, etc
To
prepare for this test candidates are advised to have several steps of varying
difficulty ready for each of the above dances. They should also have a breakdown of
each step prepared in advance in order to facilitate their practical
teaching. They should also ensure
that the steps they have prepared are not out of time.
Criteria
:[which
the candidate must meet]
Check
standard of the dancers.
Teach
steps of suitable standard.
Demonstrate
the step with relevant time/rhythm.
Breakdown
the material in a suitable manner.
Progress
at a suitable pace.
Identify
and correct faults (timing, carriage etc.)
Show
confidence in practical teaching.
Give
clear and audible instructions.
Have
discipline when dealing with the dancers.
Succeed
in teaching the step chosen.
Qualifying
Mark: 70%
15. Triall
Ceoil: Music
Test
(1)
Nineteen
set-dance tunes are played and candidates are required to identify the tune by
name
and
state its timing, and give the number of bars in the step and the number in the
set.
The
marks for each tune will be allocated as follows:-
Name of tune
-
2 marks
Timing -
1 mark
Bars in step & Set - 2 marks (only if
both are correct)
Where
a candidate fails to identify the tune no marks can be earned by identifying the
timing or the number of bars in the step and set.
(2)
Five
tunes Reel, Slip (Hop) Jig, Single Jig, Double Jig and Hornpipe are
played and
candidates
are required to identify each dance.
There is one mark for each correct answer.
(3)
Answer
sheets must be handed up immediately the test
concludes.
Apart
from memorising the names of tunes candidates are advised to learn to count the
bars in steps and sets.
Qualifying
Mark: 70%
16
Scrϊdϊ
Gaeilge - Irish Language
Test
(1) Tα an
trial seo ιigeantach do iarrthσirν go bhfuil cσnaν in Eirinn nσ go bhfuil sι
i gceist acu teagasc in Eirinn.
This
test is compulsory for applicants residing in Ireland or intending to teach in
Ireland
(2) Sa
triall seo beidh
(a) Ceistiϊ ar thιarmaν agus abairtν a
bhaineann le rince, ainmneacha rincν san αireamh, mar atα ar fail in "Ar Rincν
Foirne" agus i Liosta Oifigiϊil na Rincν Leighleacha.
(b) Comhrα simplν ar saol an
iarrthσrα fιin agus ar gnαthchϊrsaν an lae.
(c) Lιamh agus
tuiscint Gaeilge simplν leis an bιim ar cϊrsaν rince.
In this test candidates will
(a) be required to show a knowledge of the
terms and phrases connected with dancing, including names of dances (as found in
"Ar Rincν Foirne" and in the Official List of set-dances).
(b) have to show they are capable of simple
conversation about themselves and everyday affairs.
(c) take a simple test in reading and
understanding written Irish (with the emphasis on dancing matters).
(3)
Cuirfear san αireamh tuiscint, lνofacht agus stσr focal. Ins an αireamh chomh maith beidh oideachas,
aois agus cϊlra an iarrthσra.
The
understanding, fluency and vocabulary of a candidate will be taken into account.
Also considered will be the candidate's education, age and
background.
Note: Persons exempted from taking the Irish
test because they reside abroad will, if they later move to Ireland, be required
to take the test within two years of taking up residence in that
country.
Qualifying Mark: 50%
An Coimisiϊn le Rincν Gaelacha
TCRG
Examination Application Form.
Part
A: Personal Details.
N.B.
Except for signatures this
application must be completed in BOCK CAPITALS.
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Venue
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When
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Applicants
Signature
Forenames:
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Full
Postal Address (including zip code if any). Any change must be notified at once.
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Name
(Forename + Surname) by which you wish to be known for dancing
purposes.
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Tel.
No. |
Fax
No. |
E-Mail
Address |
Mobile
(Cell) Phone No:
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D.O.B. |
Day |
Month |
Year |
Have
you previously attempted this examination? Yes /
No
.
If
repeating, please state the location (s) and approximate date (s) of all earlier
attempt (s).
If
repeating, please tick the sections being retaken.
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Own
Dancing |
Solo
Dancing |
Ceilν
Teaching |
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Written
Paper |
Music
Test |
Gaeilge |
At
the time of the examination you will be required to submit a list of NINE Set
Dances. These, are in addition to the four Traditional Set Dance, listed in the
syllabus.
Four
must be in Jig Time, four in Hornpipe Time and the ninth in either of those
times.
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Jig
Sets |
Hornpipe
Sets |
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1 |
1 |
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2 |
2 |
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3 |
3 |
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4 |
4 |
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5 |
5 |
Please
ensure that you also complete the other sections overleaf.
TCRG
PART B APPLICATION & UNDERTAKING BY
CANDIDATE:
(To be signed by the
applicant)
In
the case of a candidate being pregnant, the candidate must furnish a letter from
their obstetrician dated two weeks prior to taking the examination, stating that
they are satisfied that the candidate is able to attempt the examination, aware
that the dancing section is particularly rigorous.
(If
paragraphs 8 and 9 do not apply, write N.A. here
If
the answer is I did, that examiner is
...........
.
Signed:
Date:
Part
C Suitability Reference:
Reference
1.
To
be signed by one of the following ( a responsible person who will give a
suitability reference / Employer, Peace Commissioner, Garda / Police Officer,
School / Head Teacher).
I
know
.and consider him / her to be of good standing and to
be suitable to teach / work with young people.
NAME
(BLOCK CAPITALS)
ADDRESS
......................................
..
POSITION
HELD
.
CONTACT
TELEPHONE NO
SIGNATURE
.DATE
.
Reference
2.
To
be signed by one of the following ( a responsible person who will give a
suitability reference / Employer, Peace Commissioner, Garda / Police Officer,
School / Head Teacher).
I
know
.and consider him / her to be of good standing and t be
suitable to teach / work with young people.
NAME
(BLOCK CAPITALS)
ADDRESS
POSITION
HELD
...
CONTACT
TELEPHONE NO
..........................
SIGNATURE
.DATE
Approval
by Registered Dancing Teacher:
(To
be signed by a teacher /Adjudicator currently registered with An Coimisiϊn le
Rincν Gaelacha)
I
know
to be a person of standing and a suitable person
to teach dancing to young people. I am satisfied that he / she can perform all
sections of the TCRG examination (solo dancing, cιilν dancing, cιilν teaching,
solo teaching, music and Gaeilge) to be an adequate standard of competency. I
know of no reason where he / she should not be acceptable as an examination
candidate.
NAME:
(BLOCK
CAPITALS)
.............................
ADDRESS.
...........................
I
am currently registered as a TCRG
ADCRG
.
Contact
Telephone No,
Signature
People
signing the above should note that they may be contacted by the relevant exam
authorities to justify their approval.
Part
E: Child Protection Suitability Confirmation.
·
I
certify that the personal details on this form are
correct.
·
I
agree to abide by the Constitution and rules of An Coimisiϊn and I have read and
fully understand the Child Protection Policy of An Coimisiϊn le Rincν
Gaelacha.
·
I
agree to suitability checks being made with the referees, with the registered
teacher I have nominated and with my Regional Council or with any other relevant
agency, if deemed necessary by An Coimisiϊn or by the Udarαs Scrudaithe acting
on its behalf.
Signed
Date
Part
F: An Coimisiϊn le rincν Gaelacha
(official use only)
This
application to sit the TCRG examination has been approved by An Coimisiϊn or by
the Udarαs Scrudaithe (Examination Authority) Acting on its
behalf.
This
approval has been ratified at a meeting held
on
(date)
Signed
.(Cathaoirleach)
Part
G: Medical Certificate (to be
completed by a medial doctor.
The
applicant (name)
suffers from / has the
condition
.
He
/ She has explained to me in detail what the TCRG examination entails. I am
satisfied that this medical condition does not put the candidate at
risk.
Signature
of Doctor:
.Date:
Address:
..
SUMMARY
OF DANCING CAREER:
Please
provide details of your dancing career to date.
Check
List (official use)
Date
Received:________________________________________
Photo________________________________________________
Fee
Enclosed: Amount________
Comp. Cert____________
Receipt
No______________ Date_______________________________