CCPA is an accredited post-secondary college that gives students hands-on practical skills in the performing arts. This conservatory-style program lets you experience different levels and styles of dance, voice training, and acting classes. Find yourself as a performer through rigorous training and multiple performance opportunities in your program!
2-Year Performing Arts Diploma
Discover your skills with CCPA’s 2-Year Diploma program! Get well-rounded performing arts training in acting, voice, dance, and career management. With multiple performance opportunities and industry connections along the way, you will graduate from this program with a strong understanding of the industry and rigorous training.
*this program is not eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit
8-Month Performing Arts Certificate
The 8-Month Certificate program still offers similar courses and performances opportunities as the diploma program, but with a more focused selection based on your current level of experience. This program is available to those with previous studies in performing arts or demonstrable professional career experience.
*this program is not eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit
6-Month Applied Performing Arts Certificate
Work both on-stage and off-stage with the Studio Ensemble program! Learn from industry directors as a performing artist, and be mentored in the design, production, and marketing aspects of three distinct shows during the program. You will also participate in multi-disciplinary masterclasses and workshops led by leading professionals.
*this program is not eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit
CCPA graduates don’t just step into the performing arts industry, they go on to lead it. CCPA alumni are not only Broadway performers and Juno winning and Grammy-nominated artists, but are creating and directing new works, running theatre companies, and mentoring the next generation of artists across Canada and beyond. Our curriculum is continually shaped by working professionals and industry partners so your training reflects what today’s performing arts industry currently demands. And your journey doesn’t have to stop at graduation: through our credit transfer program with Yorkville University, CCPA grads have a pathway to continue their formal education and earn a university degree.