Who it is for:
-People pursuing a career in acting for film, television and more
-Actors wanting to grow their expertise
-Anyone with a passion for acting

Why it matters:
Casting directors value training:
They look at where you study, who you study with, and for professional level of training. The certificate program builds your credibility
It takes time to get the fundamentals:
People who are consistently in class and invest the most time, energy and focus into class will be the most confident in the basics of training.
First Take has a great reputation in the LA Film and TV Industry:
Our actors are known for their ability, professionalism, and knowledge into the entertainment business, and are regularly working in LA and in film and TV.

We offer two Certificate Programs: CORE and MASTER

A total of twelve 8-Week Sessions (two years of study):
70% attendance to every session

A minimum of 1 Take Action Seminar:
All of our students who are working actors say it was a key part of their success.You will learn the business side of acting (marketing, headshots, resumes) in this info-packed seminar

Attend a minimum of 6 all day industry guest classes:
These all-day workshops are an important part of our students’ education and helps to understand the business

A minimum 70% attendance in order for that 8 week session to qualify.

With our Master Certificate Program, you are on your way to truly being a professional actor. Continued training will continue to deepen your work as an actor and build your credibility

Completion of the Core Certificate Program

2 additional years of study (twelve 8-week sessions-at least one year in the Master Class).

A minimum of 1 Take Action Seminar:
All of our students who are working actors say it was a key part of their success.You will learn the business side of acting (marketing, headshots, resumes) in this info-packed seminar

Attend a minimum of 6 all day industry guest classes:
These all-day workshops are an important part of our students’ education and helps to understand the business

A minimum 70% attendance in order for that 8 week session to qualify.