At the end of this e-learning training program given in English, students will have acquired the necessary skills to professionally train apprentice circus artists. Employment prospects are varied, ranging from preparatory and higher education circus arts training to continuing education for professional circus artists.
This training leads to obtaining an Attestation of Collegial Studies (AEC) and is sanctioned by the Ministère de l’Éducation and the Ministère de l’Enseignement supérieur du Québec.
This training is also offered remotely and in-person in French.
The English Trainer in Circus Arts program is only offered remotely. It provides for 765 hours of training, i.e. 55 hours of classes and 210 hours of internship. The student must find an internship in the workplace.
| Mode | Start date | End date | To note |
| Remote | July 30, 2023 | December 20, 2024 |
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| Class management |
| Initial training in circus techniques |
| Supervising the creation and realization of a performance |
| Setup and teardown of acrobatic apparatus |
| Animation of social circus activities |
| Movement analysis |
| Physical and psychological development |
| Advanced training in circus techniques |
| High-level training in circus techniques |
| Internship in the workplace |
To recognize the experience and training of candidates, the School has put in place a process for recognizing prior knowledge and skills. Upon approval of their application for recognition of acquired training or experience, the student may be exempted from part of or from an entire class.
To be eligible for the program, the individual must:
All documents submitted in a language other than English or French must be accompanied by a translation.
| Status | Required documents |
| Canadian student or permanent resident |
|
|
International student |
|
| File opening | $50 |
| Registration fees | $200 |
| Related fees* | $140 |
| Tuition fees* for Canadian students and permanent residents | $4,250 |
| Tuition fees* for international students | $6,600 |
* Payable in three instalments.
Fees are in Canadian dollars and are subject to change.
The training gives access to health services (only for in-person training), to our specialized Library as well as to the scholarship program of the National Circus School Foundation.
To learn more about our services, visit the Student Services page.
Individuals enrolled in one of our full-time programs and who are Canadian citizens may apply for financial assistance from their respective provincial ministry.
We also offer scholarships to students who do not have sufficient financial resources to follow our professional training, regardless of their status. Find out more about the National Circus School Foundation’s scholarship program.
The English Trainer in Circus Arts program is only offered remotely. It provides for 765 hours of training, i.e. 55 hours of classes and 210 hours of internship. The student must find an internship in the workplace.
| Mode | Start date | End date | To note |
| Remote | July 30, 2023 | December 20, 2024 |
|
| Class management |
| Initial training in circus techniques |
| Supervising the creation and realization of a performance |
| Setup and teardown of acrobatic apparatus |
| Animation of social circus activities |
| Movement analysis |
| Physical and psychological development |
| Advanced training in circus techniques |
| High-level training in circus techniques |
| Internship in the workplace |
To recognize the experience and training of candidates, the School has put in place a process for recognizing prior knowledge and skills. Upon approval of their application for recognition of acquired training or experience, the student may be exempted from part of or from an entire class.
To be eligible for the program, the individual must:
All documents submitted in a language other than English or French must be accompanied by a translation.
| Status | Required documents |
| Canadian student or permanent resident |
|
|
International student |
|
| File opening | $50 |
| Registration fees | $200 |
| Related fees* | $140 |
| Tuition fees* for Canadian students and permanent residents | $4,250 |
| Tuition fees* for international students | $6,600 |
* Payable in three instalments.
Fees are in Canadian dollars and are subject to change.
The training gives access to health services (only for in-person training), to our specialized Library as well as to the scholarship program of the National Circus School Foundation.
To learn more about our services, visit the Student Services page.
Individuals enrolled in one of our full-time programs and who are Canadian citizens may apply for financial assistance from their respective provincial ministry.
We also offer scholarships to students who do not have sufficient financial resources to follow our professional training, regardless of their status. Find out more about the National Circus School Foundation’s scholarship program.
You can consult our FAQ or contact us by email at [email protected].
