问：参加PAA等级认证是否有年龄限制？
Q. Are there age limits for those taking exams?
答：按OfQual要求，参加认证没有年龄限制，但是我们仍建议每个等级的适应年龄如下，供参考：
A. No, there are no age limits (as per OfQual regulations). We do however recommend the following ages groups for each grade:
- 预科 – 5至6岁 Debut – ages 5 – 6
- 第一级 – 7至8岁 Grade 1 – ages 7 – 8
- 第二级 – 8至10岁 Grade 2 – ages 8 – 10
- 第三级 – 10至12岁 Grade 3 – ages 10 – 12
- 第四级 – 13至15岁 Grade 4 – ages 13 – 15
- 第五级 – 15至16岁 Grade 5 – ages 15 – 16
- 第六至八级 – 16至18岁 Grade 6 – 8 – ages 16 – 18
问：我在哪里可以参加PAA等级认证？
Q. Where can I take a PAA exam?
答：在人数满足要求的条件下，PAA团体认证可在指定的签约认证中心进行。
A. In mainland China, PAA Group exams are conducted at approved exams centre.
问：如何报名？
Q. How do I book an exam?
答：请老师联系RSL咨询：info@rslawards.com.cn
A.To book a date simply email us at info@rslawards.com.cn
问：认证的费用是多少？
Q. How much does an exam cost?
答：每个等级的费用不同，请查看完整的费用明细。
A. The price of an exam varies depending on which grade the candidate is taking. View the exam prices.
问：认证考试在什么时候进行？
Q. When do the exams take place?
答：在中国大陆，每年有三个考季。请查看各考季日期。
A. The exams are held over three sessions per year. View the exam periods and closing dates
问：残疾考生是否能得到特殊照顾？
Q. Are there any provisions for candidates with special educational needs?
答：是的。考生可以将特殊要求发邮件告诉我们，我们会尽全力提供支持。
A. Yes. Candidates can tell us what they need when entering for an exam and/or contact us and we will do everything we can to support the candidate.
问：我在哪里可以学习到PAA认证相关的内容？
Q. Where can I prepare for the exam?
答：在英国，有多所机构按PAA考纲进行教学，包括StageCoach Theatre Arts 和 Theatretrain。在中国大陆，我们欢迎更多的舞蹈机会按PAA考纲教学，并成为指定认证中心。有相关意愿的单位，可与RSL中国进行联络：info@rslawards.com.cn
A. Many organisations teach our Performance Arts Awards syllabus. Among these are StageCoach Theatre Arts and Theatretrain.
问：我在哪里可以找到PAA考纲和辅助材料？
Q. Where can I find the information I need for my candidates to take the exam?
答：请在“表演艺术”菜单下查看完整内容，同时也可免费下载考纲、评分标准、政策与流程、观看辅助视频。
A. An overview of each grade can be found on our website within the Performance Arts Group Graded Exams section. You can also refer to the respective syllabus guide for further information as well as units, assessment criteria and regulations.
问：什么样的作品适合参加音乐剧表演认证？
Q. What pieces are suitable for the musical theatre performance?
答：作为机构负责人或老师，您可以自由选择作品，但是我们仍要建议您注意考纲中有关时长方面的要求，同时也可参考考纲中的“推荐剧目”一览表。
A. As a principal or teacher, you are free to choose your own material. We do however ask that you refer to the timing requirements and suggested repertoire for more information
问：我怎么才能知道我的学生已经做好参加认证考试的准备了？
Q. How do I know if my candidates are ready for the exam?
答：我们建议学生应该对考纲中相关等级的所有内容都有足够信心和能力的情况下，再送学生参加认证。
A. We advise that before entering an exam each candidate should be confident and proficient in everything contained in the syllabus guide.
问：我是不是必须从启蒙级开始，还是允许跳级，例如从第五级开始？
Q. Do I need to start from the beginning Premiere or can I go in at any level, for example: Grade 5?
答：考生可以挑选适合自己的任一等级参加，不必从最低等级开始。但是考生在参加较高等级的认证时，应确保已经掌握了较低等级考纲中所要求的全部内容。在报名前，请详细阅读考纲，并征求老师的意见。
A. Candidates can take a RSL Performance Arts exam at any grade without having taken the grade before or an equivalent exam. We do assume that if a candidate starts at any level other than Entry Level or Grade 1, then they are proficient in the techniques and skills required at the lower grades. Check the syllabus guide and talk to a teacher before entering an exam.
问：考官需要什么设备？
Q. What equipment do I need for the examiner?
答：认证中心需要为考官准备一张大桌子、椅子以及足够的照明。
A. The examiner will need just a table, a chair and adequate lighting.
问：考生可以穿演出服吗？
Q. Can candidates be in costume?
答：可以。
A. Yes.
问：家长可以观看认证过程吗？
答：家长可以观看音乐剧认证考试的“表演”环节。在技巧和讨论环节，只允许考生和考官在场。
Q. Can parents watch the exam?
A. Parents will be allowed to watch the performance section of the Musical Theatre exam. The technical exercise and discussion must be conducted with just the examiner and candidates.
问：考官在认证过程中如何识别每一个考生？
Q. How do examiners identify candidates during the performance?
答：每个考生都需要在前胸和后背的衣服上粘贴号码。我们会和认证中心进行沟通，由认证中心协助准备。
A. We ask that all candidates wear a performer number (which is predetermined by Rockschool) on the front of their T-shirt/costume. We ask that the centre arranges this.
问：在音乐剧认证的表演环节中，如果有考生意外缺席，老师可以顶替吗？
Q. Can a teacher read in for candidates who are unexpectedly absent?
答：如果有充足的原因并获得RSL批准，老师可以顶替缺席考生参加认证的表演环节，但老师不得带领其他考生进行表演。
A. Yes, this is acceptable (within reason), as long as none of the students are being led by the teacher.
问：老师可以进行提示吗？
Q. Is prompting allowed?
答：不鼓励这样做。但是有时为了将表演进行下去，允许老师进行提示。
A. We discourage prompting, but appreciate that sometimes it is necessary for the performance to continue.
问：什么时候能收到认证结果？
Q. When will we get the exam results?
答：认证后两周，考核成绩审核完毕。然后需要两周时间制作证书和成绩单，并发放给指定认证中心负责人。
A. Principals will be issued with an emailed overview of their results within 2 weeks of the exam. Certificates and mark sheets will then be issued within a further 2 weeks of this time.
问：证书丢失，可以补办吗？
Q. My candidate has lost their certificate. Can I get a replacement?
答：是的，可以补办，需要通过指定认证中心与RSL进行联络。证书补办需要缴纳150元人民币的费用，邮费另付。
A. Yes. Download and fill in our Certificate Replacement Form section and follow the instructions within. Replacement certificates cost RMB200 each will be marked with the words “Replacement Certificate”.
问：证书上的姓名拼错了，可以更改吗？
Q. The name is incorrectly spelt on the certificate. Can I get a replacement?
答：证书上的姓名是按考生报名时提供的信息而制作的。如果是RSL的原因造成名称拼写错误，我们会更换证书。如果是报名时填写错误，则需要相关责任人缴纳150元人民币更换证书，邮费另付。证书的更换申请必须以邮件方式进行。
A. Certificates will have the spelling of the name as it is entered during the online entry process. If we have made an error we will replace it. If the name on certificate supplied is found to be incorrect there is a cost of RMB150 to replace the certificate with the correct name.
Any errors can be amended in the time between the issuing of the initial schedule and confirmation of the results by email. After this point a fee is incurred on any certificate amends.
问：如何进行申诉？
Q. How do I make an appeal?
答：我们有完整的申诉流程。任何考生如果对认证结果有异议，可发邮件至info@rslawards.com.cn进行申诉。
A. Candidates can check our appeal process. if the candidate feels their case fits the criteria, download the appeal request form and send it to us.
