Technical Theatre Microcredential

Prepare for backstage production roles in the live events industry.

Microcredential

9-11 Credit Hours

In-Person

Program Overview

Be a vital part of the theatre and the entertainment industry. This microcredential provides a basic introduction to stagecraft, practical experience working on productions, and the flexibility to tailor the program to your area of interest. Broaden your skills and strengthen your resume by selecting a particular technical theatre focus during the backstage practicum and internship.

Career Outcomes

Pursue careers in live theatre and music venues, churches, video production, trade shows, conventions, amusement parks, and casinos. You'll acquire experience and basic skills for a variety of technical positions based on your interests.

Some related careers and technical roles include:
- Follow spot operator
- Live sound technician
- Scenic carpenter
- Scenic painter
- Stage lighting technician
- Stage or shift crew
- Stage management
- Wardrobe crew or dresser
Transfer into a Degree Program

If you want to further your studies, transfer into our Theatre Arts AA program. The credits you receive from this microcredential program count toward earning your associate's degree at FLCC.
Support Local Theatre Productions

Our technical theatre microcredential is ideal for individuals looking to get their foot in the door at professional theatre and performance venues throughout the region or support productions at local community theatres, churches, and schools.
Microcredential Courses

Earn this microcredential by completing the following courses:
Note: Choose between 250 Theatre Internship and MUS 290 Sound Reinforcement and Live Recording Techniques.

Visit our academic catalog for a complete listing of program requirements.

Academic Catalog

What is a Microcredential?

A microcredential is a short, career-focused program that provides in-demand skills training.

Earning a microcredential shows employers that you have a specific set of skills and keeps you up-to-date with industry trends.

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Costs and Aid

Microcredentials are charged on a per-credit-hour basis. Our part-time rate includes tuition and standard fees for NYS residents, plus any other fees for specific courses, labs, and online instruction. Access to financial aid varies by part-time and full-time status, household finances, and other circumstances.

$224

in-state part-time tuition per credit hour.
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programs are approved for non-degree part-time TAP awards.
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$18M

in financial aid was disbursed to our students last year.
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Technical Theatre

Program Overview

Career Outcomes

Transfer into a Degree Program

Support Local Theatre Productions

Microcredential Courses

What is a Microcredential?

Costs and Aid