Online Certificated Courses
Our online certificated courses are accredited by ITOL (The Institute of Training and Occupational Learning).
This means our training and quality assurance is benchmarked against international standards, and our students will have a globally recognised certification.
These courses are designed for voice professionals who wish to further their vocal pedagogy knowledge.
Upon completion, you will receive an official ITOL accredited certificate.
Certificate in Foundations of Vocology with Adam Roberts
This 30-hour Vocology Cohort Intensive provides a comprehensive overview of basic vocal anatomy, physiology, and theories of voice production & perception, fundamentals of vocal health, pathology, evaluation, performance, and habilitation of the speaking and singing voice, and a survey of research, resources, and professional opportunities. Each week, advanced students contribute to cohort-centred learning with additional resources, discussion facilitation, and critical analysis. The course assessment will also be useful for those who wish to prepare for the PAVA recognised designation.
Applied Anatomy for Voice Professionals
This 6-part course which introduces the structure and function of the muscles of voice production. From the respiratory system and alignment, through to the vocal mechanism, the hyoid, the pharynx and soft palate and finally the tongue and jaw - these aspects of anatomy and physiology provide the foundation of voicing and embodied voice use, allowing you to create links to your own pedagogical practice through increased awareness of function!
Certificate in Acting Approaches for Singing Teachers
Are you a singing teacher looking to elevate your students’ performances? Following on from Louisa's short course earlier this year introducing some of the key concepts of Acting Through Song, this 8-week lunchtime course takes a deeper dive into acting approaches that singing teachers can use to integrate powerful acting techniques into singing lessons. This course is perfect for those who want to help their singers connect deeply with the story behind the song. Gain practical tools and techniques that you can immediately apply in your teaching!
Certificate in Coaching Emotional Vocal Expression
Understanding emotions is crucial for coaching performers towards more authentic and compelling performances. However, working with emotions can be challenging, both physiologically and mentally. This course will introduce you to theories of emotion and the connections between the brain, body, and voice. We will then discuss how to work effectively with emotions when coaching speakers or singers, considering the physical and mental demands.
Certificate in Gender-Affirming Voice & Communication with Gillie Stoneham
Join Gillie for a deep dive into coaching transgender voices, drawing on her specialist knowledge to deliver introductory and orientation material right through to professional competence and vocal coaching implications – and everything in between.
Introduction to Postgraduate Academic Skills
This course offers a pathway to our full MA for students without an existing degree! Are you ready to elevate your academic journey? Join our comprehensive Introduction to Academic Skills course, designed to equip you with essential tools and strategies for success in higher education. Perfect for bridging the gap between undergraduate and postgraduate study, successful completion of this course guarantees you a place on our full MA, if you choose that path. We offer both live, interactive sessions and standalone, pre-recorded content.
Level One Certificate in Accents and Phonetics with Louisa Morgan
Are you a voice, acting, or singing coach looking to expand your expertise and add accents and phonetics to your teaching repertoire? This course covers essential topics such as articulatory, acoustic, and auditory phonetics, the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), and ethical approaches to accent and dialect coaching. By the end of this course, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and practical skills to start to bring phonetics and accent coaching into your coaching and provide more comprehensive support to your clients.
Certificate In Applied Neuroscience And Voice with Voice Scientist Heidi Moss Erickson
This course is designed to provide an introduction to the neuroscience of vocalization. It aims to provide a foundation for those who are looking to fuse science with art and understand that the voice is so much more than an instrument.