Vocal therapy and improving speech performance

Training bag code: EDUCO53210025 Days: Two training days "Training day 5 hours" Time: 10 training hours Targeted participants: Speech therapists and language therapists - teachers in special education - parents wishing to support their children - students of special education and speech therapy departments Program overview: This program focuses on vocal therapy and improving communicative performance (definition - types - characteristics - objectives - positives - negatives .. etc). It will be presented through the following units: First training unit: Principles of vocal therapy Second training unit: Strategies to improve communicative performance Program objectives: - That the trainee recognizes the basics of vocal therapy and its goals in improving communicative performance. - That the trainee applies practical strategies to strengthen vocal muscles and improve speech quality. - That the trainee employs various therapeutic techniques to address voice and speech disorders. - That the trainee assesses the progress of communicative cases and proposes appropriate development plans. Program topics: First training unit: (Principles of vocal therapy) Introduction to the concept of vocal therapy • Definition and therapeutic goals • The difference between vocal therapy and speech therapy • Fields of application Mechanism of human voice production • Role of the larynx and vocal cords • The respiratory system and its effect on voice quality • Coordination between the vocal and oral systems Types of voice disorders • Hoarseness and its causes • Disorders of pitch and tone • Partial or complete loss of voice Diagnosis and needs assessment • Audiometric and vocal examinations • Tools for measuring voice intensity and pitch • Observations of communicative behavior during speech Second training unit: (Strategies to improve communicative performance) Breathing exercises • Controlling inhalation and exhalation • Voice prolongation exercises • Air pressure control training Voice strengthening exercises • Gradually raising and lowering pitch • Rhythmic training • Developing vocal range Practical treatment of voice disorders • Using feedback devices • Computer programs for voice training • Modern vocal therapy techniques Building an individual treatment plan • Setting short-term goals • Regular assessment of case progress • Involving the family in the therapeutic program Contents of the training bag: PowerPoint slides 106 Trainer's guide 71 Participant's guide 64 Activities 4 Introductory guide 4 References 4 Evaluation and data forms 6 Pre- and post-assessment tests 10 Videos 4 Photos 12 Mind maps 1 Brochure 1 Training bag model: Please click here to view the training bag model