Qualifying as a Vocal Health First Aider
Having confidence in your own voice gives such a sense of empowerment, but with so much misinformation out there, it’s sometimes hard to find reliable advice.
That’s why I wanted to study to become a qualified Vocal Health First Aider - a recognised qualification which ensures all those that pass the course have a clear understanding of how the voice works, common vocal issues and medical conditions and experiences (including menopause) , and how to relate to other health care providers when it comes to looking after the voice. When you study with a Vocal Health First Aider, you can have confidence that they know what they are talking about!
It was a brilliant course, for anyone who is interested in the physiology of the voice, I’d highly recommend it, and it’s certainly a MUST for anyone who works with voice users. The content was well presented and easily accessible, you don’t need a scientific background to understand the topics, and the modules are packed full with helpful, relevant information.
So why am I sharing this on my blog? Well, beside being quite proud of myself for achieving the qualification (you’ve got to celebrate the wins in life, right?) the experience also aligned with my passion for vocal equation. There is so much misinformation out there, which is not only harming to the mental and physical health of voice users, but also acts as a barrier for many people who want to use their voice. Scaremongering can put people off from exploring their voice, which is so wrong.
Everyone has a beautiful voice, and everyone should feel supported on their journey to understanding their voice better. Vocal Health First Aiders can help, and I’m so happy, and proud, to now be counted as of of them!
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