Microcredential in
Technical Theatre
This course is eligible for financial aid for qualified students.
Corning Community College
Online
Online
Delivery
2 Semesters
Estimated time to complete
10.8 CEUs
Continuing education units
$1,900.00
Estimated cost*
What you'll learn
Enhance your skills in both the arts and technology with this innovative Technical Theater microcredential! You will gain new insights into the career opportunities in theatre, gaining knowledge of the diversity of theatrical genres and productions while developing skills in the technical aspects of theatrical production, including the principles of stagecraft, lighting, sound, stage props, costuming, stage crew organization and responsibilities and theatre safety. You will also gain experience with show audio, lighting, and rigging requirements. Notably, you will have the opportunity to become a member of the local IATSE (International Allegiance of Theatrical State Employees) chapter upon completion of apprenticeship hours, playing a vital role in meeting the growing employment demand in the Arts Sector. Successful completion of this microcredential readies you to apply for technical theater positions across technical and creative areas.
An online microcredential from Corning Community College (10.8 CEUs). Registration is completed with Corning Community College. Eligible for financial aid.
Prerequisites: High school diploma or equivalent
Who can enroll
Ages 18 and up.
Upcoming sections
Section 1:
Open
Section 2:
Full
Section 3:
Open
What you can earn
Technical Theatre Microcredential (Digital Badge)
Pathway to Credit
This Corning Community College course can count toward credit at the SUNY campuses below. Each campus decides how the credit applies; confirm with its admissions or registrar office.
| Campus | Major | Counts as | Degree | Credits | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University | General Studies | INT 110 Applied Skills Seminar | Associate | 3 | Jun 3, 2026 |
SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University
Major
General Studies
Counts as
INT 110 Applied Skills Seminar
Degree
Associate
Credits
3
As of
Jun 3, 2026
Skills covered
Theatre Genres
Performance Art
Production Planning
Stagecraft
Visual Design
Lighting
Sound
Sound Reinforcement Systems
Props
Costuming
Stage Crew Organization
Theatre Safety
Set Construction
3D Modeling
Computer Aided Design (CAD)
Electrical Theory
Costume Design
Funding opportunities
You may be able to pay for this course with the funding below. Each program decides who qualifies.
SUNY Reimagine Workforce Scholarship (Scholarship)
Partial scholarships for first-time SUNY non-credit learners.
Who qualifies: New York residents taking their first SUNY non-credit course.
* Estimated cost
Each campus will confirm final costs.