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Postgraduate certificate Objective Voice Assessment

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Recognizing the problems that can occur due to continuous use of the voice in a professional manner is fundamental for teaching professionals, since it allows early detection of situations that can lead to more complex issues that affects its use and, as a consequence, professional performance. This Postgraduate Certificate is an advanced collection of knowledge with which the student will learn, in a complete and practice-oriented way, everything they need to address voice disorders.

University certificate

duration

6 weeks

Modality

Online

Schedule

At your own pace

Exams

Online

start date

Credits

5 ECTS

financing up to

3 months

Price(first year)

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Introduction to the Program

Learn how to perform an Objective Voice Assessment as a tool for the care of the most fundamental teaching instrument"

In order to achieve a complete diagnosis in voice disorders, the physician must be up to date in the different methods used in this field. This Postgraduate certificate has been created as a comprehensive collection of knowledge that will bring students up to date on the different forms of approach and diagnosis. Incorporating this specific knowledge into their skills allows them to provide more comprehensive answers to their patients' voice problems.

The medical professionals intervene in the care of their patients' voice in many contexts and situations. Professionals such as broadcasters, journalists, commercials, actors, singers, etc., require knowledge and management of their vocal apparatus, since it is essential for their work. In this sense, it is also important to know the multifactorial nature of the voice and its alterations. The changes that occur in the human voice over time are related, among other factors, to the maturation and development of the phonorespiratory system, as well as to its deterioration.

Another type of change is due to sex-related differences. There are also changes in the voice that are due to professional use and structural and functional alterations that may or may not be associated with other pathologies. And all of this is evident in both the normal voice and the pathological voice.
For all these reasons, knowledge about the use of one's own voice, programs for the prevention of disorders and Voice Therapy applied to the use in different contexts, are crucial elements for the health, well-being and development of any speaker.

This type of training makes professionals in this field increase their ability to succeed, which results in better practice and performance that will have a direct impact on professional work in both teaching and professional communication.

This program offers a very broad view of voice disorders and physiology, with examples of successful cases. It includes all the necessary and basic techniques for the preparation and re-education of the voice, taking into account the professions that use it as their main working tool, providing tools, experiences and advances in this field, which have also been guaranteed by the teaching staff of the Postgraduate certificate, as they all work in this field. Professionals will learn based on professional experience, as well as evidence-based pedagogy, which makes student training more effective and accurate.

With this Postgraduate certificate you will be able to combine high intensity training with your personal and professional life, achieving your goals in a simple and real way”

The Postgraduate certificate in Objective Voice Assessment contains the most complete and up-to-date academic program on the market. The most important features include:

Development of more than 75 practical cases presented by experts in Objective Voice Assessment
The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
New developments in the use of Objective Voice Assessment
It contains practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
Algorithm-based interactive learning system for decision-making in the situations that are presented to the student
With special emphasis on evidence-based methodologies in Objective Voice Assessment
All of this will be complemented by theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an internet connection

A high-level training that will allow you to acquire the most useful skills in voice therapy"

It includes in its teaching staff professionals belonging to the field of Objective Voice Assessment who contribute their work experience to this Postgraduate Certificate, in addition to recognized specialists belonging to leading societies and prestigious universities.

Thanks to its multimedia content developed with the latest educational technology, they will allow the professionals a situated and contextual learning, that is to say, a simulated environment that will provide an immersive learning programmed to train in real situations.

The design of this program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, by means of which the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the Postgraduate certificate. For this purpose, professionals will be assisted by an innovative, interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts in the field of Speech Therapy with extensive teaching experience.

A program created and directed by active professionals who are experts in this field of work, which makes this Postgraduate certificate a unique opportunity for professional growth"

Our innovative telepractice concept will give you the opportunity to learn through an immersive experience, with a high educational impact"

Syllabus

The contents of this program have been developed by the different experts on the course, with a clear purpose: to ensure that our students acquire each and every one of the necessary skills to become true experts in this field.
A comprehensive and well-structured program that will lead to the highest standards of quality and success.

The Postgraduate certificate in Objective Voice Assessment contains the most complete and up-to-date program the market”

Module 1. Objective Voice Assessment

1.1. Morphofunctional Exploration

1.1.1. Indirect Laryngoscopy
1.1.2. Nasofibrolaryngoscopy
1.1.3. Telelaryngoscopy
1.1.4. Stroboscopy
1.1.5. Videochemography

1.2. Electroglottography

1.2.1. Equipment
1.2.2. Use
1.2.3. Electroglottographic Parameters
1.2.4. Interpretation of Results

1.3. Aerodynamic Measurements

1.3.1. Equipment
1.3.2. Use
1.3.3. Aerodynamic Parameters
1.3.4. Interpretation of Results

1.4. Electromyography

1.4.1. What Does Electromyography Consist Of?
1.4.2. Indicated Pathologies
1.4.3. Procedure
1.4.4. Interpretation of Results

1.5. Videochemography

1.5.1. What Does Videochemography Consist Of?
1.5.2. Interpretation of Results

1.6. Physical Aspects of the Voice

1.6.1. Types of Waves
1.6.2. Amplitude
1.6.3. Frequency
1.6.4. Time

1.7. Acoustic Voice Characteristics

1.7.1. Intensity
1.7.2. Pitch
1.7.3. Duration
1.7.4. Quality

1.8. Acoustic Voice Analysis

1.8.1. Fundamental Frequency
1.8.2. Harmonics
1.8.3. Formants
1.8.4. Speech Acoustics
1.8.5. The Spectrogram
1.8.6. Disturbance Measures
1.8.7. Noise Measures
1.8.8. Voice Equipment/Laboratory
1.8.9. Sample Collection
1.8.10. Interpretation of Results

A comprehensive teaching program, structured in well-developed teaching units, oriented towards learning that is compatible with your personal and professional life"

Postgraduate Certificate in Objective Voice Assessment

Nowadays, voice care and preservation have become an important need for many people, especially for those who depend on their voice in their work, such as teachers, singers, actors, voiceover artists and other professionals. TECH's Postgraduate Certificate in Objective Voice Assessment focuses on providing the knowledge necessary for the care and improvement of the voice, making it a valuable option for those seeking to improve their quality of life and professional performance. The advantages of taking this course are many, especially since it is completely online and has expert teachers in the field. Students can learn at their own pace, from anywhere and at any time that is convenient for them. In addition, they can interact with their professors and fellow students through forums and other means of online communication.

TECH offers you the best content available 100% online

The importance of this course lies in the fact that voice disorders can have a significant negative impact on people's quality of life, especially those who rely on their voice in their work. Therefore, it is essential for voice professionals to be prepared to prevent, identify and treat these disorders, which will allow them to improve their professional performance and maintain a healthy and lasting voice. For such reasons, TECH's Postgraduate Certificate in Objective Voice Assessment is an excellent option for those seeking to improve their quality of life and professional performance through the care and preservation of their voice. In addition, the advantages of being completely online and having expert teachers make it an accessible and convenient option for all those who wish to improve their skills in this area.