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IVA Fundamentals of Teaching Singing
(1-Year Curriculum)

Join a worldwide community of teachers who help each other grow and learn by sharing their collective knowledge and experience.

The Program

IVA Fundamentals of Teaching Singing Course

IVA Training Program

IVA is a worldwide leader in the training of singing teachers with over 120+ years of experience and thousands of hours of voice lessons and teacher training delivered over the last 30 years.

Our 12-month program will help you understand how the voice works and how you can continually improve your teaching to quickly diagnose and fix problems in any voice, allowing your students to succeed.

This program lets us show you how to teach singers to achieve any sound they want without breaking the function of their voice or restricting them. What we do works for every level of singer, from beginners to professionals in the music and showbiz industry.

Our Philosophy

We believe that vocal balance is the key to ensuring success in a singer’s voice. Vocal balance allows singers to control their voices while singing any style of music. It will enable them to sound free and natural.

A singer should be able to access all dynamic levels in their voice without straining, cracking, or breaking. We want to show you how to train singers to use their voices in the healthiest and most efficient way so that singers can realize their full potential, expressing themselves as they choose through song.

Course Information

At IVA, we offer the opportunity to study Vocal Pedagogy. Vocal Pedagogy is more than learning to sing; it is the study of the teaching of singing.

Who is IVA Training for?

An essential aspect of IVA is that we believe no one individual in IVA knows it all; we are all learning and growing individually and together as a community of teachers. We all want to be in the company of teachers who have constant motivation to be educated, challenged, tested, and evaluated. Those include but are not limited to the following:

  • Beginning voice instructors looking for high-quality teacher training and education
  • Experienced voice instructors seeking professional education to refine their skills and teaching
  • Voice teachers who are committed to their ongoing vocal and pedagogical development

What are the entry requirements?

There are some basic entry requirements you must meet to be accepted into the program. If you do not meet the criteria, please contact IVA so we can help you. To apply for admission to the program, you must meet the following requirements:

  • Be at least 18 years old
  • Have basic vocal musicianship skills (at the very least, the ability to sing a song in tune and in time)
  • Have a basic understanding of English

What do I get from training with IVA?

IVA has developed teacher training programs that make rigorous educational demands on its teachers. Program members are expected to complete education requirements and pass proficiency testing to complete our Foundation program.

  • You will receive the highest quality vocal education and pedagogy.
  • You get access to additional online training programs and support from our organization. We strive to serve you and meet your specific needs as a teacher of singing.
  • You become a part of a private network of highly trained and talented vocal instructors, providing a platform for your continued growth and education.

HOW DO I GET ENROLLED INTO THE PROGRAM?

The journey to joining our program is simple and easy.

  1. 1

    Guide to IVA Training Programs

    If you need more information about what's involved, you can read our "Guide to IVA Training Programs" for the full details of our courses. Complete the form below to get a copy.

  2. 2

    Submit your Online Application

    Start by completing our short registration form, including a username and password. When you're ready, you can submit your application here.

  3. 3

    Pay your Course Membership Fee

    Once you have submitted your application, you'll be invited to pay your course membership fee. We accept debit/credit cards or PayPal. Once paid, you will receive a confirmation message.

  4. 4

    Start Your Education!

    You will receive your "Welcome Email" after IVA receives your course membership fee. You'll get access to IVA's Teachers Dashboard and all the information you need to get started. You are then ready to begin your teacher education with IVA.

    You have 12-months from your date of being accepted into the program to complete your requirements.

Real education produces real results

Unlike most other voice teacher training programs, we provide you with a practical, hands-on education experience.

Online Education

IVA provides access to Online Teacher Training materials and a back library of recordings. You will have access to a wide range of materials and resources and can hit the ground running on day 1 of your education.

Personal Vocal Development

At IVA, we believe it’s important to continually develop your vocal skills. IVA instructors are expected to be able to demonstrate the vocal techniques they teach in their own voices.

Teaching Evaluation

Other programs will tell you that testing doesn't matter, but we feel it's essential to ensure our teachers deliver the highest standard of singing lessons. We give you plenty of opportunities to test your skills and get feedback to help you improve and grow as a singing teacher.

Practical Based Training

Theory has its place and is a part of the learning experience, but we focus on practical hands-on training that gives you the skills you need to assess and fix voices fast!

Access to Our Worldwide Community

Rather than going it alone, we have a global family of singing teachers dedicated to learning. Our community gives you access to IVA experts and other experts with their own specialities in vocal pedagogy.

Education and Support

Our Education and Support Team is here for you through every step of your journey. Throughout your training, if there's anything you need assistance with, our fantastic team can help you!

IVA is a worldwide leader in the training of teachers of singing

The IVA team is as globally diverse as they are talented. Our team is determined to provide you with the best experience possible. Our Core Education and Pedagogy are delivered by the IVA Educators Team.

Testimonials

What IVA Teachers say about us!

“Not only have I become a better singer, but also a much-needed guide for singers in my country. The best community I've ever been part of.”

Fulvia Fossati Lema
Mexico

I highly recommend to those who want to be a better teacher to join IVA.

Jane Shin
South Korea

The IVA team are there to help you 100% on your teacher training journey. I'm so pleased I found IVA.

Carmel McKiernan
Ireland

The comradery and networking between teachers may even be my favorite part of being a teacher in this organization.

Cameron Smith
USA

IVA Training FAQs

Can I do the education online?

Yes! You can take all our education online, live during its scheduled run, or you can access a recording later. Training is offered live (either in person or online where appropriate), and you can choose how to attend.

How long does the whole program take?

You have 12 months from the date of application to complete the requirements. IVA will provide an example timetable to show you how to structure your 12 months to get the most from your education.

How long do I have to complete the education?

You have 12 months from the date you are accepted to complete all the requirements. Should this time expire and you have not completed the course, you can apply for a course extension (this is subject to an additional fee).

Can I finish the course faster?

The courses are designed to be completed in the above timescales. They cannot be completed faster. A certain amount of time is required to develop and hone the skills of teaching voice that cannot be rushed.

Do I have to pay when I apply?

Your course membership fee is due at the time of application. We accept payment by credit/debit card or PayPal. Your education is paid for when you register/schedule it.

Will I get a certificate?

Yes, you will receive a Certificate of Completion once you fulfil all the course requirements.

Do I need to have taught voice before?

No! Our courses are designed to help you whether you have taught voice lessons for 15 years or have never taught a voice lesson before.

Can I join from any country?

Our training is open to applications from all countries except Russia.

Bottom line? You can be good, or you can be great.

Becoming great on your own can be a long, treacherous journey. We invite you to take advantage of our hundreds of years of collective experience and take a straighter path to becoming the greatest you can be. We can't wait to watch you thrive!

JOIN THE APRIL 2024 COHORT

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(Applications are open until April 30, 2024. The next cohort will commence July 1, 2024.)