Variety and consistency of repertoire—each level of the syllabus contains between 60 - 300 pieces at the same
difficulty level, allowing ample choice for students while maintaining uniform levels of difficulty
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Teacher flexibility—there is one optional Teacher’s Choice piece for each level, which does not have to come
from the syllabus, plus substitutions
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Trained examiners, judging to a uniform standard at every center across the country
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Emphasis on strong supporting skills, building musical skills for a lifetime
a Bachelor of Music or an equivalent degree or diploma
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five years professional teaching experience with students of all levels
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adjudicating or judging experience at festivals or competitions
All examiners are rigorously trained to maintain a consistent standard. Before becoming a
full member of the College of Examiners, each takes part in several steps of training.
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Phase One of the Program consists of an intensive series of lectures, demonstrations, and
practicum based on the procedures and assessment criteria of RCM Examinations.
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Phase Two of the Program extends over three consecutive examination sessions. In each session,
apprentice examiners sit in with a mentor examiner for one or two days during which they have
an opportunity to participate in the examination process and to begin practicing examining. After
each sit-in session, apprentice examiners receive a report on their progress, highlighting strengths
and identifying areas requiring more attention.
Match their current repertoire to the requirements in the syllabus.
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Check level of supporting skills including sight reading, ear training, and technique.
Supporting skills should be at the same level of repertoire.
3.
Verify theory co-requisites.It is not uncommon for new National Music Certificate Program
students to enter at a lower repertoire level to allow time for development of supporting skills.Students
may enter at any level and skip levels as necessary.