All students ages 13 and above may enroll in our Certificated Programs that are offered at the Initial Mastery and Advanced Mastery levels.
Before enrolling, prospective students may want to consider program options, admission requirements, and most importantly their individual goals. OCPA Certificated Programs are geared toward pre-college preparation for teen and adult students and those looking for short-term training leading to immediate employment, admission to other professional training programs, or higher education. 

For more information or an Application to the Certification Program, please email:
​amandaocpa@gmail.com

COURSES & CERTIFICATES

Certificate of Initial Mastery in Performing Arts

• 150 hours of participation in Magic of Theater Camp (Kids Summer camp= 60 hours, Teen Summer Camp= 80 hours, Spring Break Camp=30 hours)
• Developed skills in: 
  1. Theater Basics (terminology, safety, etiquette)
  2. Basics of Singing
  3. Improvisation
  4. Character Development 

             *This honor will be recognized with a framed certificate and a purple/white cord.

Certificate of Advanced Mastery in Performing Arts

• 300 hours of participation in Magic of Theater Camp 
• Completed course work in (developed skills in) 3 or more of the following:
  • Auditioning
  • Vocal Technique
  • Acting 
  • Improvisation  
  • Scene Work  
  • Stage Movement 
  • Character Development
  • Theater History 
  • Theater Literature

*This honor will be recognized with a framed certificate and a purple honor cord

Certificate of Initial Mastery in Technical Arts
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Every stage production has an extensive behind-the-scenes team that supports the performers on stage using skills in design, building, stage management, and more. Receive the foundation and experience in the technical arts with our initial mastery and advanced mastery programs in the technical arts. 

• 150 hours of participation in Magic of Theater Camp (Kids Summer camp= 60 hours, Teen Summer Camp= 80 hours, Spring Break Camp=30 hours)
• Developed skills in:
  • Student Management (Kid Wrangling) and Leadership
  • Stage-hand work
  • Property Management and Building
  • Light Board, Sound Board, Spotlight Operation
  • Costume Management

*This honor will be recognized with a framed certificate and a white/black honor cord
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​Certificate of Advanced Mastery in Technical Arts

• 300 hours of participation in Magic of Theater Camp
• Completed work in 3 or more of the following areas:
  • Stage Management
  • Light/Sound Design
  • Advanced Property Design/Management
  • Scenery Development and Construction
  • Costume Design and Advanced Management
  • Technical Arts Script Analysis
  • Production Communications (contacting personnel, calling cues)
  • House management
  • Theater History/Literature (Dramaturgy)

*This honor will be recognized with a framed certificate and a black honor cord