PAA graded exams can now be assessed via video across our suite of qualifications thanks to Live Video and Recorded Video Exams. These digital solutions are our commitment to making PAA graded exams as accessible as possible.
Recorded Video Exams (RVE) can be requested by schools, exam centres, and teachers across all disciplines:
Live Video Exams (LVE) are available for schools and exam centres for all disciplines in all grades for between 1-8 candidates. (Please refer to the relevant LVE guides for exact minimum and maximum numbers)
For more information and enquiries, please contact paa@rslawards.com
Schools or venues can submit Recorded Video Exams (RVEs) in Musical Theatre, Jazz Dance, Street Dance and Acting (all grades). In addition, RVEs in Acting can be submitted by individuals. Note that Screen Acting Exams are only available via Recorded Video (schools, venues or individuals). The exam content is exactly the same as the specifications in the syllabus, with the following additional guidelines adhered to: Recorded Video Examination process For RSL video exams to be valid, there are a number of rules that must be adhered to. It is important that candidates and teachers read the Procedure Guide relevant to the exam being taken before applying for a recorded video exam.
Video file sizes:
The current file size limit is 2GB per exam. For Screen Acting exams, the file size limit for all videos in one exam is 2GB. Please note that if a file exceeds this limit the applicant will be asked to resend the video(s) in a smaller file size.
Please download the relevant guidance from the list below.
PAA Musical Theatre – Recorded Video Exam Guide
PAA Acting: Recorded Video Guide
PAA Screen Acting – Exam Procedure & Filming Guidance
PAA Jazz Dance & Street Dance – Recorded Video Exam Guide
PAA Public Speaking: Recorded Digital Exam Guidance
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PAA Video Exams Example Script – Musical Theatre
PAA Video Exams Example Script – Acting
PAA Video Exams Example Script – Street Dance
PAA Video Exams Example Script – Jazz Dance
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RSL Awards assumes no liability for damage to property or injury sustained by any candidate or staff member while participating in video examinations.
RSL Awards are offering Live Video Exams (LVE) for all PAA Musical Theatre, Acting, Jazz Dance, and Street Dance qualifications. Live Video Exams are not available to individuals – applications will only be accepted from schools/exam venues.
Live Video Exams are conducted via online video conference using Zoom, between the candidates at the exam venue and the examiner based at another location. If your school is new to PAA and you are interested in Live Video Exams you will need to set up an account. Please contact paa@rslawards.com for more information.
Full guidance will be provided on application; however, as a general guide, PAA live video exam content is exactly the same as the specifications in the syllabus, with the following conditions:
Venues are responsible for ensuring the welfare of candidates throughout the live video examination, including provision of:
Other conditions:
For full details on how to book your students for a PAA Musical Theatre, Acting, Jazz Dance or Street Dance Live Video Exam, including technical requirements and application process, please contact paa@rslawards.com .
Musical Theatre – PAA Live Video Exam Guidance
Acting – PAA Live Video Exam Guidance
PAA Public Speaking: Live Digital Exam Guidance
Street Dance & Jazz Dance – PAA Live Video Exam Guidance
Click here to learn more about Musical Theatre, Acting, Street Dance, Jazz Dance.
Click here for COVID-19 information for PAA Exam Centres.