Dancer

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Express creativity and passion through captivating performances.
Inspire audiences and bring stories to life with every movement.
Travel the world and explore diverse cultures through dance.

💰 Earn $39K-$76K

📚 NO DEGREE REQUIRED

⏱️ 12–24 MONTH TRAINING

📈 6.7% JOB GROWTH

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What You’ll Do

Perform dances. May perform on stage, for broadcasting, or for video recording.

Study and practice dance moves required in roles.
Harmonize body movements to rhythm of musical accompaniment.
Train, exercise, and attend dance classes to maintain high levels of technical proficiency, physical ability, and physical fitness.
Coordinate dancing with that of partners or dance ensembles.
Develop self-understanding of physical capabilities and limitations, and choose dance styles accordingly.

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Minimum Education

None

Career Prospects

Excellent (Increasing by 5% or more)

Training Time

1 to 2 years

Job Openings

2,500 Annually

Median Earnings

$63,627 in California

$51,896 Nationally

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Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

Being creative or artistic
Working with my hands

You are skilled in 💫

Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension
Speaking
Time Management
Writing

You value 🙏

Accomplishing things
Job security
Personal relationships

Deep Dive

Dancer

Explore career pathways, key skills, and what each role has to offer.

Pathways to this Career

Learn about the education and training paths that can lead to this career — and what to expect from each one.

Bachelor's Degree

A bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 4-5+ years

Associate's Degree

An associate's degree typically provides graduates with foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level jobs in the graduate's industry, or serves as a stepping stone towards further education.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 2-3 years

Vocational School

A vocational school typically equips students with specialized skills and practical training in specific trades or occupations, enhancing their employability and providing direct pathways to relevant careers.

🎓 Skills-Focused

⏱️ FINISH IN 6 months - 2 years