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Certification ManualVersion 4.0

1 October 2012

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Estill Voice International gratefully acknowledges the guidance of the Estill Certification Advisory Board in the preparation of this Manual and especially the generous contributions of the Certification Manual committee, Judith Dunlore, Dorte Hyldstrup, and Mary McDonald Klimek.

Estill Certification Advisory Board2011-2013

Judith DunlorePaul FarringtonDorte Hyldstrup

Tara SnyderAnne-Marie Speed

Helen Tiller (honorary)

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION 1

I. CERTIFICATION, AFFILIATION AND SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES 3

A. EVT-Certificate of Figure Proficiency (CFP) _________________________________31. Overview: ............................................................................................................32. Benefits ...................................................................................................................33. Terms .......................................................................................................................34. Requirements .......................................................................................................45. Passing Criteria .....................................................................................................46. Post-Examination Procedures ............................................................................4

B. Certified Master Teacher (CMT) of Estill Voice Training________________________61. Overview: ............................................................................................................62. Benefits .................................................................................................................73. Terms ....................................................................................................................74. Qualifications and Requirements for Phase One .............................................95. Phase One-Passing Criteria ..............................................................................106. Post-Phase One Procedures ..............................................................................107. Phase Two Requirements & Additional Information ...................................118. Phase Two Evaluation Process & Pass Criteria ..............................................129. Post-Phase Two Procedures ..............................................................................12

C. Certified Course Instructor (CCI) ________________________________________141. Overview: ..........................................................................................................142. Benefits ...............................................................................................................153. Terms ..................................................................................................................164. Qualifications and Requirements for Phase One ..........................................165. Phase One-Passing Criteria ..............................................................................186. Post-Phase One Procedures .............................................................................187. Phase Two Requirements & Additional Information ....................................198. Phase Two Evaluation Process & Pass Criteria ..............................................209. Post-Phase Two Procedures ..............................................................................20

D. Certified Course Instructor Distinctions & Privileges ________________________221. Service Distinction .............................................................................................222. Testing Privileges (authorizes CMT testing) ..................................................223. Advanced Testing Privileges (authorizes CCI testing) ..................................23

E. Educational Affiliate __________________________________________________241. Overview .............................................................................................................242. Benefits ................................................................................................................243. Terms ...................................................................................................................24

F. Special Events and Honors ____________________________________________261. Estill World Voice Symposium: ........................................................................262. Estill Lifetime Achievement Award (ELAA) ................................................263. EVI Certification Advisory Board ..................................................................26

II. CERTIFICATION PROCESS POLICIES 29

A. General Guidelines __________________________________________________291. Testing Prerequisites: .......................................................................................292. Testing Conditions: ..........................................................................................293. Post-Testing Procedures: .................................................................................29

B. Formal Examination Procedures ________________________________________291. Qualified Examiners & Estimated Exam Time: ...........................................292. Estill Voiceprint Plus General Guidelines .......................................................293. Administration & Scoring of Voiceprint Examinations ................................304. Translation of Exams: ......................................................................................305. Administration and Scoring of Written & Oral Examinations ....................30 6. Repeat Examinations .........................................................................................317. Testing & Observation Fees ..............................................................................31

C. Observation Guidelines _______________________________________________321. CMT- or CCI-Candidate Status .......................................................................322. CMT-Candidate Observations .........................................................................323. CCI-Candidate Observations .........................................................................324. Observation Arrangements & Limitations ....................................................325. Tracking of Competencies Achieved & Signature Sheets .............................336. Observation Expenses/Payment : ...................................................................337 Intern-Specific Expectations for CMT-Cs ......................................................338. Course Assistant-Specific Expectations for CCI-Cs ......................................35

D. Post-Examination/Observation Guidelines ________________________________361. Certification of Figure Proficiency: Please see section I.A.6. ......................362. Certified Master Teacher: Please see Sections I.B.6 and I.B.9. ....................363. Certified Course Instructor: Please see Sections I.C.6 and I.C.9. .............36

III. EVT REPRESENTATIVE POLICIES 37

A. Estill Voice International Code of Ethics __________________________________371. Prologue : ..........................................................................................................372. Principles .............................................................................................................373. Professionalism .................................................................................................38

B. Privacy & Copyright _________________________________________________381. Privacy Statement: ............................................................................................382. Copyright Policy: .............................................................................................38

C. Ethics Violations & Grievance Procedures _________________________________391. Greivance Registration: ....................................................................................392. Grievance Notification: ...................................................................................393. Grievance Review: ................................................................................. 394. Grievance Determination Report: ................................................................39

5. Grievance Determination Receipt: ................................................................406. Sanction and Corrective Action Acceptance/Appeal: .......................... 407. Suspension or Certification Privileges Termination: ...................................40

D. EVT Representative & Event Promotion __________________________________401. Use of “Estill” and “EVT”: ...............................................................................402. EVT Graphics: ..................................................................................................413. Introductory Events: ........................................................................................414. Refund Policy: ..................................................................................................41

D. Course Approval ____________________________________________________411. Overview: ..........................................................................................................412. Scheduling ...........................................................................................................413. Market Competition: .......................................................................................414. Market Competition Resolution: ...................................................................425. Website Posting Classification Guide: ...........................................................424. Descriptive Titles ................................................................................................42

E. Course Administration Policies _________________________________________431. General Guidelines ..........................................................................................43

IV. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDES 45

A. Certificate of Figure Proficiency ________________________________________451. General Remarks: .............................................................................................452. Estill Voiceprint Plus Examination ..................................................................45

B. Certified Master Teacher ______________________________________________471. Phase One Written Examinations ....................................................................472. Estill Voiceprint Plus Examination ..................................................................493. Preparation for Phase Two Observations .....................................................52

C. Certified Course Instructor ____________________________________________531. Phase One Examinations ..................................................................................532. Phase Two Observations ...................................................................................55

D. Suggested References ________________________________________________56

V. CERTIFICATION PROCESS FORMS 57

A. EVI Contact & Update Form ____________________________________________571. Purpose ................................................................................................................572. Content ................................................................................................................57

B. Certification Letter of Agreement ________________________________________60C. CFP Process Checklist _________________________________________________61D. Certified Master Teacher Forms _________________________________________62

1. CMT Checklist .....................................................................................................622. CMT Observation Packet ...................................................................................63

E. Certified Course Instructor Forms _______________________________________691. CCI Checklist......................................................................................................692. Course Assistant Observation Packet ..............................................................70

VI. COURSE ADMINISTRATION FORMS 77

A. Checklist Guide for Course Production & Administration ____________________77B. Sample Course Budget _______________________________________________80C. Course Approval/Website Posting Request _______________________________81D. Sample Course Attendance Form _______________________________________82E. Sample Registration Agreement Form ___________________________________83F. Sample Certificate of Attendance _______________________________________84G. Sample Course Evaluation Form ________________________________________85

VII. FEE & PAYMENT POLICIES 87

A. Payment Options ____________________________________________________87B. Fees ______________________________________________________________87

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INTRODUCTION

Jo Estill, creator of Estill Voice Training (EVT), believed that “everyone has a beautiful voice” and that given adequate instruction this voice could be “discovered”. The central mission of Estill Voice International (EVI) is to make effective voice training accessible to everyone by supporting the messengers of Estill Voice Training, its EVT Representatives. EVI offers educational products and services to make this mission a reality. The Certification Program is one such service.

Certified EVT representatives are recognized internationally for their extensive knowledge of the voice and for their innovative teaching techniques. An elite group, EVT representatives are distinguished by their abilities to use scientific principles in the service of art.

Central to the success of these representatives is Estill Voice Training. Developed through extensive research and based upon scientific principles, the Estill Voice Model — the foundation of Estill Voice Training — continues to be refined as research becomes available. Certification assures consistent quality and expertise in the delivery of Estill Voice Training by its representatives thus protecting the integrity of this unique system.

Certification procedures and standards are governed and maintained by Estill Voice International’s Certification Advisory Board and applied consistently in all the countries where EVT is taught. The value of certification through EVI is enhanced by the rigor of its standards.

EVI offers three sequential levels of certification. EVI awards a Certificate of Figure Proficiency (CFP) for individual achievement in demonstration of the basic options for voice control taught in EVI-approved EVT Level One (Figures for Voice Control) and Level Two (Figure Combinations for Six Voice Qualities) courses. Certified Master Teacher (CMT) status is awarded to individuals who develop a command of EVT theory and practice, and who are able to demonstrate the ability to teach Estill Voice Training in the private studio or classroom setting. Certified Course Instructors (CCI) are EVT teachers who demonstrate advanced understanding of the Estill Voice Model and its applications to voice training and/or remediation. CCIs are promoted as presenters of EVT in public courses and seminars, where they must be prepared for sophisticated discussion of the anatomy, physiology, acoustics, and research that are the foundation of the Estill Voice Model. CFPs, CMTs and CCIs are considered to be Estill Voice Training Representatives, with responsibilities, rights, and privileges.

Once a person has been certified at any level, he or she has the right to list that certification in their curriculum vitae and promotional biographical descriptions. The rights and privileges of certification remain in force for as long as the certificate holder remains in good standing with EVI and meets the continuing education and ethical requirements that pertain to their level of certification.

The certification levels, requirements, terms, additional honors and privileges, and course administration procedures are detailed in this manual.

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Certificate of Figure Proficiency

I. CERTIFICATION, AFFILIATION AND SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES

A. EVT-Certificate of Figure Proficiency (CFP)

1. Overview: EVI awards a Certificate of Figure Proficiency (CFP) to individuals who can demonstrate the basic options for voice control taught in EVI-approved EVT Level One (Compulsory Figures for Voice Control) and Level Two (Figure Combinations for Six Voice Qualities) courses.

a. Prerequisites: The CFP examination process is open to anyone who has completed the EVT Level One and Two Course curricula.

b. Examination Process: The CFP examination typically takes 1-2 hours and can be administered by any Certified Course Instructor.

2. Benefits a. Certificate: Once requirements are met, EVI will issue a Certificate of Figure Proficiency.

b. EVT Extranet Access: Individuals who have earned the CFP are given access to the Estill Voice Training Representative Extranet (EVT Extranet) through the “EVT Rep Login” at www.EstillVoice.com. On the EVT Extranet, they are able to update their contact information, pay the annual EVT Extranet account maintenance fee, and register for CMT examinations should they choose to pursue CMT qualification.

c. Directory Listing: The CFP recipient will have his or her name and location listed on www.EstillVoice.com (http://www.estillvoice.com/Instructors/cfp). This information will appear in the CFP directory as long as the recipient maintains his or her EVT Extranet account with Estill Voice International.

3. Termsa. Certification Term: There is no expiration for the CFP. Continuing education is encouraged

but not required.

b. Scope of Certification: The individual with a CFP is permitted to list it in curriculum vitae and personal biographical writings. If the individual is a private voice trainer or therapist, he or she may use Estill Voice Training in this work, however, he or she is not permitted to present Estill Voice Training Workshops or Courses.

c. Annual Fee: There is a certification fee due upon award of the CFP. CFP recipients retain their EVT Extranet account access for as long as they remain in good financial and ethical standing with Estill Voice International. Policies and procedures for payment of fees can be found in Section VII.

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4. Requirements a. Complete both EVT Level One and Two Course Curricula: This requirement can be met

in public courses, academic courses, and/or private study with a Certified Master Teacher or Certified Course Instructor in good standing (see www.EstillVoice.com/Instructors/Search). Certificates of Attendance or letters stipulating completion of this requirement should be presented prior to testing.

b. Gain Proficiency in EVT Option Demonstration: Note that it may be necessary to work through courses more than once and/or to receive private tutoring from an EVI-Certified Master Teacher or Course Instructor to gain sufficient proficiency in the option demonstration. The CFP applicant is encouraged to purchase Estill Voiceprint Plus to use when preparing for the examination.

c. Schedule Estill Voiceprint Examination: The CFP applicant may contract with any Certified Course Instructor to schedule the examination. Per EVI policy, testing fees associated with the CCI’s time and scoring of the examination should be clearly communicated prior to testing.

d. Register for Testing with EVI: At least one week prior to testing, the individual seeking a CFP must register with EVI. This can be done by going to the “Store” on www.EstillVoice.com and selecting the Registration page. When the “Register” button beneath “CFP Testing” has been selected, a form will appear to collect name, contact, billing, CFP examiner, and course attendance information. Payment of the Testing Registration Fee completes this process and establishes the CFP applicant’s account on the EVT Extranet. An email will be sent with instructions for logging in to the EVT Extranet.

e. Pass the Basic Options for Voice Control Examination: The CFP applicant will be asked to record voiceprints of the CFP Testing Protocol (See Section IV.A.2) during the examination. The examining CCI will use visual and auditory judgments to evaluate the applicant’s success in demonstrating the structural options.

5. Passing Criteriaa. Estill Voiceprint Plus Plus Protocol: A correct production of each CFP Voiceprint Protocol

task must be recorded within 3 trials.

b. Repeat Examinations: The applicant will be given an opportunity to repeat any portion of the exam that did not meet the passing criteria. (See re-test terms and conditions in Section II.B.6). The applicant will be expected to negotiate scheduling and fees for any repeat testing with the examining Certified Course Instructor.

6. Post-Examination Proceduresa. Review Benefits and Terms: Once the CFP examination has been successfully completed,

the examining CCI will review the Benefits and Terms for the Certificate of Figure Proficiency with the new recipient including the CFP Certification Letter of Agreement.


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b. Sign Letter of Agreement: The CFP candidate and CCI examiner will sign this agreement (Section V.B). This Letter of Agreement should be scanned and submitted to [email protected] as an email attachment. When internet access is not available, this document can be sent by mail to the address that appears at the bottom of the www.EstillVoice.com website.

c. Complete Certification Process: The CCI and CFP recipient must take the following steps to complete the certification process.

i. Register Successful Completion of CFP Testing: The CCI can register the new CFP recipient through the EVT Extranet from his or her “Register New CFP” page. If intranet access is not available at the time testing is completed, the CCI may report successful completion of CFP requirements by sending an email to [email protected] containing the CFP recipient’s name, email, and testing date.

ii. Pay CFP Annual Fee: The CFP candidate can pay this fee through the EVT Extranet from the CCI’s “Register New CFP” page or from his or her own “Renew my Certification” page (select “New CFP”). Policies and procedures for payment of fees can be found in Section VII of this Manual.

d. Receive a Certificate of Figure Proficiency: The examining CCI downloads, completes, and signs the certificate.

e. Appear in CFP Directory: Once the CFP Registration Process is complete, the CFP recipient’s name and location will be posted to the CFP Directory on www.EstillVoice.com. The CFP recipient can choose to edit this listing through his or her EVT Extranet account at any time.


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B. Certified Master Teacher (CMT) of Estill Voice Training

1. Overview: EVI awards Certified Master Teacher (CMT) status to those who qualify to train others in all of the elements and concepts of Estill Voice Training. Not only must these individuals be able to convincingly demonstrate all of the Figures for Voice from Level One and the Six Voice Qualities from Level Two, they must also be able to explain the complexities of the anatomy, physiology, and acoustics that pertain to the human voice in general and Estill Voice Training in particular. In addition, CMTs must demonstrate the skill to analyze common vocal “problems” and propose appropriate Figure “solutions”. Consistent with the Craft-based philosophy of the Estill Voice Model, Estill Voice International certifies only competence to communicate Estill Voice Training curriculum content and exercises.

a. Prerequisites: Those considering becoming CMTs must first earn the Certificate of Figure Proficiency. At a minimum, they must have completed two Level One and Two courses offered to the public or in academic settings where the complete Estill Voice Training curriculum is presented (Workbooks, Course Presentation Slides, Research Videos, and Estill Voiceprint Plus). Additional study will be required to succeed in becoming a Certified Master Teacher. Options for further study include attending additional Level One and/or Two courses, participating in Advanced Workshops (including those offered specifically for individuals pursuing certification), or private study with a CCI. Applicants should discuss their aspirations with one or more CCIs who might serve as their official Mentor through the CMT qualifying process.

b. Privileges: CMTs are promoted as skilled teachers of Estill Voice Training. CMTs typically teach in a private studio or office setting, or in a classroom within a school or university. CMTs are permitted to purchase certain EVT teaching materials for use by their students that are not available to the general public.

c. Examination Process: The CMT assessment process is conducted in two phases:

i. Phase One Formal Examinations: Written and Estill Voiceprint Plus Plus examinations can be completed in approximately ½ day and can be administered by a Certified Course Instructor who has been given Testing Privileges (CCI-TP). Upon successful completion of Phase One examinations, the CMT applicant is considered a “CMT-Candidate (CMT-C)” and he/she can proceed with Phase Two.

ii. Phase Two Direct Observation of Teaching: The Phase Two assessment of teaching proficiency requires that the CMT-Candidate be observed teaching all the Figures and Qualities included in EVT Level One and Two courses. At least 2 CCIs must observe these teaching demonstrations. This requirement can be met by leading practice groups at EVI-approved courses or by arranging for observations


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in private studio or classroom settings. Phase Two observations will continue until the candidate has been passed on his or her teaching of every element and concept in the EVT curriculum.

2. Benefits a. Certificate: After all requirements have been met, EVI will issue a Certified Master Teacher

certificate.

b. Website Listing: The CMT will have his or her own page on www.EstillVoice.com with contact information, 150 word biography, picture, and link to other personal website/s, as available.

c. Access to Materials: The CMT may purchase and distribute EVT course workbooks, Figures in a Flash, Estill Voiceprint Plus, and the Make-and-Move Larynx, for use with their students in a studio or classroom setting. The CMT may also purchase the Course Instruction Manual (for personal use only).

d. EVT Extranet Account Upgrade: The CMT’s account on the EVT Representative Extranet will continue to provide access to “My Profile” and “Renew My Certification” pages. In addition, the CMT will have access to the Estill Store (with EVT Representative discounts), marketing materials (logos and bugs), as well as course promotion and production materials. Access to the EVT Representative Extranet and listing on EstillVoice.com will continue as long as the CMT remains in good standing with Estill Voice International and meets continuing education requirements.

e. E-Updates (Estill Updates): The CMT will automatically receive periodic email newsletters that are designed to provide communication from EVI to its EVT Representatives.

f. Promotion: EVI offers and promotes several opportunities for joint marketing including business cards, web bugs and traditional advertising.

g. Beta Testing: The CMT may be given opportunities to contribute to product definition and design during the beta testing period prior to public release.

h Voting Privileges: The CMT is permitted to participate in nomination and voting for the EVT Certification Advisory Board. In addition, the CMT is permitted to nominate candidates for the Estill Lifetime Achievement Award (ELAA). (See Section I.F).

i. EVT Certification Advisory Board Eligibility: The CMT is eligible to be nominated for and to serve on the EVT Certification Advisory Board. EVT Certification Advisory Board Members serve four year terms.

3. Terms a. Certification Term: Once a person has been certified at any level, he or she has the right to

list that certification in their curriculum vitae and promotional biographical descriptions. EVT Representative certification privileges – including access to the EVT Representative Extranet, the right to access and display EVT graphics, and a listing on EstillVoice.com


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-- remain in force as long as the CMT remains in good financial standing with Estill Voice International and remains compliant with the policies outlined below. Only CMTs meeting these criteria are listed on www.EstillVoice.com.

b. Scope of Certification: The CMT is permitted to use Estill Voice Training in the private studio, office or classroom setting. The CMT may purchase and distribute selected EVT teaching materials not available to the general public for use by their students. The CMT is not permitted to teach public EVT courses. The CMT may teach practice groups, promotional workshops, and present Estill Voice Training content at professional meetings or conferences. (see Section I.B.3.f )

c. Advertising: CMTs are considered EVT Representatives and may advertise and promote themselves as private teachers of EVT. EVT Logos and Certification “Bugs” are available on the EVT Extranet in electronic format for use in either print or web-based media. If a CMT has a business/personal website, he or she must acknowledge EVT Certification on the website with a prominent link back to www.EstillVoice.com.

d. Class Teaching: When a CMT is a member of a school faculty and that institution plans to offer a Level One or Level Two Course as a part of their ongoing curriculum, the CMT may apply to EVI for permission to use materials otherwise available only to CCIs. Approvals will be made on a case by case basis, and with consultation of the CMT’s supervisory and mentoring CCIs. Students in these courses may be eligible to recieve official certificates of attendance with prior approval from EVI.

f. EVT Promotion: CMTs presenting in professional conferences or meetings on non-EVT topics are encouraged to acknowledge the role Estill Voice Training has played in their development as voice professionals, and are encouraged to display their Estill credentials as well as their bug and/or the EVT logo. They are not permitted to display the Estill Voice International logo. When presenting aspects of Estill Voice Training at professional meetings, the CMT must acknowledge his/her level of certification and cite all Estill source material. When preparing for presentations at international conferences, the CMT is strongly encouraged to consult his or her mentoring CCI-TP. EVI is also available to assist the CMT in planning and provide him or her with EVT graphics. EVI requests advanced notification of all presentations at international conferences so that these events can be promoted on www.EstillVoice.com. Royalty and graphics preparation fees for use of EVI intellectual property may apply, particularly when printed materials are distributed to conference participants.

g. Continuing Education: Specific continuing education activities are not required of CMTs, although they are enjoined by the Code of Ethics “to remain abreast of new developments in Estill Voice Training through both educational activities and professional experience.”

h. Annual Certification Fee: CMT fees must be paid annually to sustain a certification account in good standing with EVI. CMTs retain their certification privileges for as long as they remain in good financial and ethical standing with Estill Voice International. Policies and procedures for payment of fees can be found in Section VII.

m. Non-Compliance: A method for review of complaints regarding representatives and for



non-compliance issues has been established by EVI. Issues that require review include misrepresentation of certification level, lack of adherence to EVI’s Code of Ethics, failure to pay fees, public use of Estill intellectual property without prior approval from EVI, and failure to submit requested materials or payments in a timely fashion. Further details regarding this review process can be found in Section III.A.-C. of this Manual

4. Qualifications and Requirements for Phase Onea. Earn the Certificate of Figure Proficiency: The CMT applicant is required to complete the

Certificate of Figure Proficiency.

b. Attend Two EVI-approved EVT Level One & Two Courses: It is required that individuals seeking CMT certification attend both Level One & Two Courses at least twice in settings where the complete Estill Voice Training curriculum is presented (Workbooks, Course Presentation Slides, Research Videos, and Estill Voiceprint Plus). This requirement can be met in courses offered to the public, or, in academic settings that meet the criteria above. It is strongly suggested that the applicant participate/attend courses taught by different CCIs. Copies of Attendance Certificates for Level One and Two Courses and/or Advanced Workshops, as well as letters attesting private study, must be produced prior to administration of Phase One examinations.

c. Find a CCI-TP Mentor: Although an individual pursuing certification as a CMT must be observed by more than one CCI through the process of achieving certification, he or she is required to find a single CCI-TP who is willing to mentor them through the process and who will serve as their primary contact person for registration with Estill Voice International.

d. Register Intent to Pursue Certification as a Certified Master Teacher: The CMT seeking to become a CMT must register this intent with EVI and pay their CMT Testing Registration fees in advance. This process can be competed from the EVT Extranet via the CFP recipient’s account access. The CMT applicant should log in to the EVT Extranet and select “Register for CMT Testing”. Save your payment receipt to present to CCI-TP prior to testing. (For Payment Policies, see Section VII.)

e. Gain Proficiency in EVT Concepts and Figure Demonstration: In order to gain sufficient personal mastery of the Figures, Qualities, and Estill Voice Model principles and applications to pass the CMT Phase One Examinations, it will be necessary to study and practice outside the context of EVT Level One and Two Courses. Options for further study include participation in Advanced Workshops (including those offered specifically for individuals pursuing certification), and/or in private tutoring from the CCI-TP Mentor or other CMTs and CCIs. The CMT applicant is required to purchase Estill Voiceprint Plus to practice for this segment of the examination if he or she has not already done so. A CMT Study Guide can be found beginning in Section IV.B.

f. Schedule Phase One Examinations: When the CMT applicant is prepared to take the Phase One Formal Examinations, he or she must find a Certified Course Instructor who has been given Testing Privileges (CCC-TP) to administer the examinations. It is suggested that the tester be a CCI-TP other than the mentor. Per EVI policy, testing fees associated with the CCI-TP’s time and scoring of the examinations should be clearly communicated


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f. Pass the Compulsory Figures and Six Voice Qualities Voiceprint Exam: The CMT applicant will be asked to record voiceprints of the CMT Testing Protocol (Section IV.B.2.) during the examination. The examining CCI-TP will use visual and auditory judgments to evaluate the applicant’s success in demonstration of the structural options.

g. Pass the CMT Written Examination: The CMT applicant must demonstrate proficiency by accurately responding to questions drawn from the subject areas listed below. Although the CMT applicant is encouraged to consult outside sources, questions will only test for knowledge of the information presented in Level One and Two Courses:

i. Anatomy: EVT-relevant anatomical structures.

ii. Physiology: Biological functions of laryngeal, respiratory and pharyngeal musculature.

iii. EVT: Physiology of the Figures for Voice Control and Six Voice Qualities.

iv. Acoustics: Read spectrograms and label pertinent acoustic features.

v. Solving Common Vocal Problems: Listen to a sound sample of singers and speakers demonstrating “common problems” and identify one possible “Figure Solution”.

5. Phase One-Passing Criteriaa. Written Examination: The CMT applicant must achieve a score of at least 90% on the

written examination.

b. Estill Voiceprint Plus Protocol: A correct production of each task in the CMT Voiceprint Protocol must be recorded within 3 trials.

c. Repeat Examinations: The applicant will be given an opportunity to repeat any portion of the Voiceprint Protocol that did not meet the passing criteria at a later date. If the score on the written examination falls short of passing, the entire written exam must be repeated (see re-test terms and conditions in Section II.B.6). The applicant will be expected to negotiate scheduling and fees for any repeat testing with the examining CCI-TP.

6. Post-Phase One Proceduresa. Complete CMT-Candidate Registration Process: Within one week of successful

completion of the CMT Phase One examinations, the CCI-TP and examinee should complete the following steps:

i. Report Successful Completion of Phase One Testing via E-Mail: Within 1 week of Phase One testing completion, the CCI-TP who passes the CMT applicant should verify successful completion of Phase One Testing for CMT via an email to [email protected]. The candidate’s name, current email, and testing date should appear in this email. EVI will register the CMT-C’s change of status and adjust the EVT Extranet account settings to provide online access to forms and materials



required for Phase Two of the CMT Certification.

ii. Review CMT Observation Packet: The mentoring CCI-TP and the CMT-Candidate should review the CMT Observation Packet (Section V.D.2). This document can be downloaded from the EVT Representative Extranet by either Mentor or CMT-C in electronic or hard copy formats. The CMT Observation Packet guides the candidate through the Phase Two observation process and includes forms that must be filled out as observations are completed. It is the CMT-Candidate’s responsibility to carry this packet from observation to observation and to collect signatures and ratings from each CCI. Tracking and Signature sheets must be presented to EVI upon completion of the Phase-Two requirements.

7. Phase Two Requirements & Additional Information a. Gain Proficiency in Teaching EVT Concepts, Figures, and Qualities: If the CMT-

Candidate does not already have teaching experience, observations of EVT Representatives in classrooms/studios and Practice Groups are strongly suggested. CMT-Candidates are also permitted to purchase Estill Voice Training Level One and Two Course Instruction Manual, a text not available to the general public. The Course Instruction Manual contains valuable advice for those interested in teaching Estill Voice Training. Careful review of its teaching notes and familiarity with the Research Videos will help the CMT-Candidate to prepare for teaching observations. Please note that purchase of the Course Instruction Manual is not a requirement. Participation in Certification Workshops where participants coach one another and receive feedback is encouraged, but these experiences will not meet the observation requirement.

b. Arrange Observations: The CMT-Candidate is required to arrange observations with at least 2 CCIs who are willing to observe CMT-Cs. When the CMT-C feels he or she is ready to be observed teaching the Figures for Voice and Six Voice Qualities the CCI should be contacted. The CMT-Candidate can be observed in context of EVT courses or in the private studio. In order to meet this requirement, the CMT-C must interact with an “Estill Novice” (a student in an EVI-approved Course or Workshop, a student in the CMT-C’s studio who is learning Figures & Qualities). Demonstration teaching to other CMT-Cs in a Certification Workshop will NOT meet this requirement. Authentic teaching of novice students of EVT brought in to a structured observation situation within a certification workshop WOULD meet this requirement. Observations may be live or via video recordings. At least 30% of these observations should be conducted while the candidate is leading practice groups within the context of an EVI-approved course.

c. Observation Expenses: When a CMT-C submits videos for rating, or serves as an Intern on an EVI-approved course, an observation fee will be charged. All observation fees are determined by individual CCIs and should be disclosed and agreed upon prior to the scheduling of any observations. These fees will vary depending upon geographic region. As a general guideline, candidates being observed while interning should expect to pay a minimum of a third of the standard course tuition fee (without discounts). When interning on a course, the CMT-C will also be responsible for travel, lodging, and meal expenses.


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d. Prepare for Course Interning: The CMT-Candidate serving as a Course Intern will be expected to take charge of practice sessions. Practice sessions should include a brief review and demonstration of every Figure/Quality assigned for the session as well as providing every course participant with the opportunity for group and individual practice. The intern is also expected to reinforce EVT concepts. Estill terminology, prompts, and Hand Signals should be used throughout the practice session. CMT-C practice group leaders are encouraged to use Figures in a Flash as a resource. Estill Voiceprint Plus should be integrated. Please note that persons who have not passed the CMT Phase One Examinations are not permitted to intern on any EVI-approved courses.

e. Pass the Figures for Voice and Qualities Teaching Assessment: CMT-Candidates must be observed successfully teaching every concept, Figure, and Voice Quality taught in EVI-approved EVT Level One (Figures for Voice Control) and Level Two (Figure Combinations for Six Voice Qualities) courses. As previously described, the CMT-C can be observed in context of EVT courses or in the private studio.

8. Phase Two Evaluation Process & Pass Criteriaa. Observation Feedback: Although it is preferred that the CMT-C acting as a Course Intern

receive feedback from their observing CCI immediately following a practice session, this is not always possible while a course is running. Verbal feedback should be provided on the day of observation so that the CMT-C can incorporate feedback into practice sessions on subsequent days. Whether observations are live or via video, the observing CCI must provide written feedback to the intern via completed Intern Feedback Forms and a signed Ratings Summary Sheet for that course’s observations within one month of the observation.

It is the CMT-C’s responsibility to collect the CCI’s signature on the Signature Sheet for CMT Observation Experiences, and to update the Tracking Sheet for Competencies Achieved

b. Evaluation: The teaching of each concept, Figure, and Quality will be evaluated using the following ratings: below expectations, meets expectations, or exceeds expectations.

c. Pass Criteria: The CMT-Candidate must accumulate a rating of “meets” or “exceeds” expectations for every concept, Figure, and Quality in order to pass the CMT observation requirements of Phase Two assessment.

d. Time Frame: It is expected that the CMT candidate will require the equivalent of at least 2-3 course observations (at each course level) to pass this level of proficiency.

9. Post-Phase Two ProceduresThe CMT Registration process should be completed by the CMT-Candidate and his or her CCI-TP mentor as soon as possible following the final observations. In some cases, this will involve close coordination with the final CCI Observer (when other than the mentoring CCI-TP). Because of the complexity of this process, the CMT and CCI-TP Mentor are given 30 days from the date of final observation to complete this process.

a. Copy and Review Signature Sheets and Observation Forms: Since more than one



CCI will have observed the CMT-C through the Phase Two process, it is the CMT-C’s responsibility to provide the CCI-TP Mentor with copies of all Ratings Summary Sheets, Signature Sheets for CMT Observation experiences, and Tracking Sheets for Competencies Achieved. It is the CCI-TP Mentor’s responsibility to review all documentation to confirm that all observation requirements have been met. Both the CCI-TP Mentor AND the new CMT should store these records where they can be easily retrieved. EVI reserves the right to request access to these records at any time.

b. Review Benefits and Terms: Once successful completion of the CMT observation requirements have been verified, the CCI-TP mentor and the CMT-Candidate will review the Benefits and Terms for the Certified Master Teacher as presented in this Manual.

c. Sign Letter of Agreement: The CMT-Candidate and the CCI will sign and submit the EVI Letter of Agreement (Section V.B.) This Letter can be faxed or scanned and submitted to EVI as an email attachment to [email protected].

d. Register the New CMT with EVI:

i. Via E-Mail: The CMT-Candidate will Complete and submit an EVI Contact & Update Form (Section V.A.2) to register Certified Master Teacher (CMT) status and contact and biographical information for website posting.

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ii. Via Extranet: The new CMT should also register him or herself through the EVT Extranet from the “Renew My Certification” page. The box by “I am changing my status” should be selected. Selection of the “Register New CMT” option will open a screen to collect further details regarding the change of status and to collect the CMT Annual fee.

e. Pay Annual Fee: Online registration through the EVT Extranet will facilitate payment via credit card or PayPal account. If online access is not available, the new CMT should email an EVI Contact & Update Form (available for download from the “Certification Documents” page of the EVT Extranet) to [email protected] with a request to be invoiced for the certification upgrade Annual Fee. The new CMT must pay this fee to complete the process of becoming a CMT. Policies and procedures for payment of fees can be found in Section VII of this Manual.

f. Receive EVI Acknowledgement: Once the CMT registration process is complete, EVI will:

i. Post CMT’s Information on Website: EVI will post the CMT’s name, contact, and biographical information on EstillVoice.com.

ii. Upgrade EVT Rep Extranet Account Access: When the new Certified Master Teacher’s information is posted on the website, his or her extranet account will be upgraded to provide access to promotional materials and the Estill Store (with EVT Representative discounts).

iii. Send CMT Certificate: EVI will post a CMT certificate to the mailing address provided by the new CMT.


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C. Certified Course Instructor (CCI)

1. Overview: Certified Course Instructors are individuals who demonstrate advanced understanding of Estill Voice Training and the anatomical, physiological, and acoustic principles that are its foundation. Certification at this level requires demonstration of the ability to present Level One and Two Courses to the public with poise and credibility. CCIs present sophisticated concepts relating to voice production, field questions regarding research and vocal health, explain the acoustic principles displayed in Estill Voiceprint Plus, and elaborate upon the development of the Estill Voice Model. In addition, the CCI is expected to demonstrate application of Estill Voice Training principles and exercises to the wide range of personal interests represented by the participants in a public course.

a. Prerequisites: CMT certification is required. The applicant must have attended at least two official courses presented by different CCIs. Individuals approaching this level of certification should also be highly skilled in artistic (performance), clinical, or corporate applications of Estill Voice Training. In addition, all CCIs must demonstrate basic musical competency and familiarity with topics relating to vocal pedagogy. It is strongly suggested that individuals practice as a CMT for at least 5 years before pursuing CCI. The CMT pursuing CCI must purchase the Course Instruction Manual, current version of Estill Voiceprint Plus, Figures in A Flash, and Figure Training Video (and other teaching products as they become available).

b. Privileges: CCIs are promoted as presenters of EVT for public courses and seminars. They are encouraged to present on The Estill Voice Model at scientific and professional conferences. EVI should be notified of upcoming Estill-related presentations so that these events can be announced on www.EstillVoice.com.

c. Examination Process: The CCI assessment process is conducted in two phases:

i. Phase One Formal Examinations: The CCI written and oral examinations are administered by a team of CCIs, at least one of whom must have Advanced Testing Privileges (list available on www.EstillVoice.com). Upon successful completion of Phase One Examinations, the CCI applicant is considered a “CCI-Candidate (CCI-C)” and he/she can begin Phase Two.

ii. Phase Two Direct Observation: Phase Two requires that the CCI-Candidate course assist on at least three Level One and three Level Two courses. The CCI-C assists in all aspects of course production and presents segments of the curriculum. The CCI-C must assist at least two different CCIs during this process. In similar manner to Phase Two of the CMT, the CCI-C must “pass” presentation of all concepts, Figures and Qualities during these courses in order to fulfill the Phase Two proficiency requirements.


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2. Benefits a. Certificate: After all requirements have been met, EVI will issue a Certified Course

Instructor certificate.

b. Website Listing: The CCI will be listed on www.EstillVoice.com with basic contact information, 300 word biography, photograph, and with a link to the CCI’s personal website. As long as the CCI remains in good standing, his/her name will appear on www.EstillVoice.com.

c. Access to Materials: The CCI may purchase and distribute EVT course workbooks and other approved materials for use in a studio or classroom setting.

d. Intranet Access: The CCI’s EVT Representative Extranet account access will be upgraded to provide CCI-only access to course production materials as well as news, information regarding special opportunities for research and beta testing, and procedures for ordering materials with discounts.

e. Referral Service: EVI receives requests from schools and organizations interested in hosting workshops and courses. EVI will assist these entities in connecting to CCIs who would be best qualified to meet their particular needs.

f. E-Updates (Estill Updates): The CCI will receive periodic email newsletters that are designed to provide communication from EVI to its EVT Representatives.

g. Promotion: EVI offers opportunities for joint marketing including business cards, web bugs and traditional advertising.

h. Beta Testing: The CCI may be given opportunities to contribute to product definition and design during the beta testing period prior to public release of teaching materials and products.

i. Voting Privileges: The CCI is permitted to participate in nomination and voting for the EVT Certification Advisory Board. In addition, the CCI is permitted to nominate candidates for the Estill Lifetime Achievement Award (ELAA). (See Section I.F.)

j. EVT Certification Advisory Board Eligibility: The CCI is eligible to be nominated for and to serve on the EVT Certification Advisory Board. EVI Advisory Board Members serve four-year terms.

k. Presentation Materials: The CCI can download the latest versions of the course presentation slides, and translations, via the EVT Representative Extranet.

l. Product Discounts: CCIs will be given discounts on other required course materials -- such as Course Instruction Manual revised editions, Estill Voiceprint Plus, Course Video Products -- as they become available. It is mandatory that CCIs present with the newest versions of all course presentation media.


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3. Terms a. Certification Term: The Once a person has been certified at any level, he or she has the right

to list that certification in their curriculum vitae and promotional biographical descriptions. To maintain CCI certification privileges – including access to the EVT Representative Extranet, the right to access and display EVT graphics, and a listing on EstillVoice.com -- CCIs must complete at least one continuing education activity during each 5 year period and remain compliant with all of the policies outlined below.

b. Scope of Certification: The CCI is permitted to use Estill Voice Training in the private studio or classroom setting and to purchase and distribute EVI teaching materials not available to the general public. CCIs are considered EVT Representatives and are encouraged to advertise and promote themselves as such. In addition, CCIs are permitted to teach Estill Voice Training in public courses and seminars and to present on the Estill Voice Model at scientific and/or other professional conferences/symposia.

c. Continuing Education: Every 5 years the CCI must seek continuing education by attending Estill World Voice Symposia, attending regional update conferences , participating in and/or producing EVI-sponsored on-line update seminars, or by developing new course materials and/or books in coordination with EVI.

d. Advertising: CCIs are considered EVT Representatives and may advertise and promote themselves as private teachers of EVT. Logos and Bugs are available in electronic format for use in either print or web-based media. If a CCI has a business website, they must acknowledge their EVT Certification on the website with a link back to www.EstillVoice.com.

d. Annual Certification Fee: CCI fees must be paid annually. CCIs retain their certification privileges for as long as they remain in good financial and ethical standing with Estill Voice International. Policies and procedures for payment of fees can be found in Section VII.

e. Non-Compliance: EVI has established a method for review of complaints regarding EVT Representatives and for non-compliance issues. Issues that prompt review include misrepresentation of certification level, violation of trademark agreement, lack of adherence to EVI’s Code of Ethics, failure to pay annual fees, and failure to submit requested course administration materials or payments in a timely fashion.

4. Qualifications and Requirements for Phase One a. Fulfill the Requirements for Certified Master Teacher: The CCI applicant is required to

become a Certified Master Teacher prior to initiating the certification process for CCI.

b. Confirm Course Attendance Requirement: The CCI applicant must have attended official courses presented by at least two different CCIs. If the applicant earned his/her CMT at a time when this was not a prerequisite nor observation requirement, he or she must meet this requirement prior to Phase One Examinations.

c. Find a CCI Mentor: The CMT who wishes to pursue CCI certification must find a CCI-TP with at least 5 years of CCI experience who is willing to serve as Mentor. Mentors



sponsor and support the CCI applicant and serve as the primary contact person with EVI throughout the certification process. This CCI-TP will also be the first to supervise the CCI-Candidate during Phase Two Observations.

d. Register Intent to Pursue Certification as a Course Instructor: The CMT seeking to become a CCI must register this intent with EVI and pay their CCI Testing Registration fees in advance. This can be done from the “Register for CCI Testing” page on the EVT Representative Extranet visible to those who maintain their www.EstillVoice.com web listing accounts. (See Payment Policies, Section VII.)

e. Master Content of Estill Voice Training Level One and Two Course Instruction Manual: The Course Instruction Manual provides clear guidelines to the CCI-Candidate for course presentation. Included with the text is a CD of Jo Estill’s Research Videos. If the CMT does not already own the most current copy of this text, it must be purchased at this time.

f. Survey the Developmental History of the Estill Voice Model: Upon receipt of the CCI Testing Registration Fee, EVI will provide the CMT preparing for the CCI examination with access to a representative sample of Jo Estill’s presentations and publications not available in the public domain for a nominal fee (duplication cost, shipping and handling). During the CCI examinations, CMTs will be expected to integrate this knowledge of Jo Estill’s research and the development of EVT in their responses. Advanced Workshops on the research and development of the Estill Voice Model are recommended (see listings on www.EstillVoice.com).

g. Complete Coursework (or its equivalent) in Music and Communication Sciences: The CMT presenting for CCI testing must have some musical skill and familiarity with music history and musical styles. In addition, he or she must be familiar with common concepts from Vocal Pedagogy, Singing and/or Acting Voice Performance Practice, Anatomy of Head & Neck, Hearing Science, Speech Science, Phonetics, and Voice Disorders. The CCI applicant must be prepared to answer questions from individuals with expertise in each of the areas listed who might be attending an EVT course. Advanced Workshops on these topics are recommended (see listings on www.EstillVoice.com).

h. Participate in an Estill Voice Training Research or Educational Project: Estill Voice International is continually striving to update course materials and research in order to provide the highest level of instruction in voice training. Those pursuing CCI may be asked to assist in these research and development projects to enhance their candidacy training. Applicants may be invited to serve as research subjects, assist with data collection, update audio visual recording databases, or preview new materials.

i. Schedule Phase One Examinations: When the CCI Applicant feels prepared, he or she should contact a Certified Course Instructor with Advanced Testing Privileges (CCI-TPAdv) for administration of Phase One Examinations. A listing of CCI-TPAdvs is available on www.EstillVoice.com. At least one other CCI-TP will be involved in the examination process, participating in the Oral Examination. It is expected but not required that the Mentor be part of this testing team. Per EVI policy, fees associated with the time of all CCIs involved in the administration and scoring of the written and oral examinations should be


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j. Pass the Written and Oral CCI Examinations: The CCI applicant must demonstrate the ability to write and speak clearly in response to questions drawn from the following subject areas:

i. Anatomy & Physiology: Advanced anatomy and physiology of the laryngeal, respiratory, and pharyngeal mechanisms.

ii. Acoustics: Complex acoustics including advanced spectrogram and power spec-trum interpretation.

iii. Speech Science: Basic speech science concepts.

iv. Voice Research: Research underlying and development of the Estill Voice Model and Estill Voice Training.

v. Vocal Pedagogy: Relationships between the Estill Voice Model and other peda-gogical approaches.

vi. EVT Applications: Application of specific Estill Voice Model concepts and exercises to acting and musical voice repertoire.

vii. Vocal Health: Criteria for recognizing the presence/absence of a potential voice disorder.

5. Phase One-Passing Criteriaa. Written & Oral Examinations: The CCI applicant must score 90% on the formal written

exam, and 15 of 20 points on both the article essay and oral examination. A detailed discussion of criteria can be found in Section II.B.5.

b. Repeat Examinations: The applicant will be given an opportunity to repeat either or both examination at a later date (see re-test terms and conditions in Section II.B.6). The applicant will be expected to negotiate scheduling and fees for any repeat testing with the examining CCI-TPAdv.

6. Post-Phase One Procedures a. Complete CCI-Candidate Registration Process: Within one week of successful completion

of the CCI Phase One examinations, the CCI-TPAdv , CCI-TP Mentor and examinee should complete the following steps. The CCI applicant will not be considered a “CCI-Candidate” until this process is completed.

i. CCI-TPAdv Reports Successful Completion of Phase One Testing via E-Mail: Within 1 week of Phase One testing completion, the CCI-TPAdv who passes the CCI applicant should verify successful completion of Phase One Testing for CCI via an email to [email protected]. The candidate’s name, current email, and testing date/s should appear in this email.

ii. CCI-C Registers Successful Completion of Phase One Testing via EVT



Rep Extranet: The new CCI-C can register him or herself through the EVT-Representative Extranet from the “Renew My Certification” page. The box by “I am changing my status” should be selected. Selection of the “Register CCI-C” option will open a screen to collect further details regarding the change of status that will signal adjustment to the CCI-Cs Extranet page providing online access to forms and materials required for Phase Two of the CCI Certification.

iii. CCI-TP Mentor Reviews the Course Assistant Observation Packet: The CCI-TP Mentor and the CCI-Candidate should review the CCI Observation Packet (Section V.D.3) in electronic or hard copy formats. This document can be downloaded from the EVT Representative Extranet by either Mentor or CCI-C. The CCI Observation Packet guides the candidate through the Phase Two observation process and includes forms that must be filled out as observations are completed. It is the CCI-Candidate’s responsibility to carry this packet from observation to observation and to collect signatures and ratings from each supervising CCI. Tracking and Signature sheets must be returned to EVI upon completion of the Phase-Two requirements. Reminder: the first Observation experience should be in a course taught by the CCI-TP Mentor.

7. Phase Two Requirements & Additional Informationa. Master the Technology of EVT Presentation: The CCI-Candidate will be expected to be at

ease with the presentation slides, research videos, and Estill Voiceprint Plus demonstrations that are required for the EVT Level One and Two curricula. Upon notification of the conversion to CCI-C status, the CCI-Candidate will be provided with a grayscale version of the presentation slides for presentation practice purposes.

b. Gain Familiarity with Anatomical Models: It is suggested that the CCI-Candidate purchase models for use in course presentations.

c. Arrange Observations: When the CCI-Candidate feels he or she is ready to be observed presenting the Figures for Voice Control and Six Voice Qualities in a public course, that candidate should make arrangements with any CCI willing to supervise and mentor a Course Assistant. Persons who have not passed the CCI Phase One Examination are not permitted to serve as a Course Assistant. Course Assistants may only present 30-40% of the material on any given course. Course Assistants will incur travel and lodging expenses. An observation fee will also be incurred. All observation fees are determined by individual CCIs and should be disclosed and agreed upon prior to the scheduling of any observations. Participation is not guaranteed by application, see Section II.C., for clarification of these policies.

d. Pass Presentation of EVT Level One and Level Two Courses: CCI-Candidates must be observed successfully presenting each segment taught in EVT Level One (Figures for Voice Control) and Level Two (Figure Combinations for Six Voice Qualities) courses. Course Assistants may present only 30-40% of the material on any given course. This means that CCI-Candidates fulfill this requirement by serving as Course Assistants on at least 3 Level One and 3 Level Two Courses. CCI-Candidates must Course Assist with at least one CCI


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other than their mentor. Although CCI Phase Two requires a minimum of 3 Level One and 3 Level Two courses, more may be necessary to pass the presentation observation requirement.

8. Phase Two Evaluation Process & Pass Criteriaa. Observation Feedback: The supervising CCI will provide verbal feedback to the CCI-

Candidate on the date of his/her observation so that feedback can be acted upon in subsequent course presentations. Written feedback, on the Course Assistant Feedback Form, must be provided within one month.

b. Evaluation: The presentation of each Figure/Quality will be evaluated using the following ratings: below expectations, meets expectations, or exceeds expectations.

c. Pass Criteria: The CCI-Candidate must accumulate ratings of “meets” or “exceeds” expectations for every Figure and Quality in order to pass the CCI observation requirements of the Phase Two Assessment.

d. Time Frame: Although CCI Phase Two requires a minimum of 3 Level One and 3 Level Two courses, more may be necessary to pass the presentation observation requirement.

9. Post-Phase Two ProceduresThe CCI Registration process should be completed by the CCI-Candidate and his or her CCI-TP Mentor as soon as possible following the final observations. In some cases, this will involve close coordination with the final CCI Observer (when other than the mentoring CCI). Because of the complexity of this process, the CCI-C and CCI-TP Mentor are allowed 30 days from the date of final observation to complete this process.

a. Copy and Review Signature Sheets and Observation Forms: Since more than one CCI will have observed the CCI-C through the Phase Two process, it is the CCI-C’s responsibility to provide the CCI-TP Mentor with copies of all Ratings Summary Sheets, Signature Sheets for CCI Observation experiences, and Tracking Sheets for Competencies Achieved. It is the CCI-TP Mentor’s responsibility to review all documentation to confirm that all observation requirements have been met. Both the CCI-TP Mentor AND the new CCI should store these records where they can be easily retrieved. EVI reserves the right to request access to these records at any time.

b. Review Benefits and Terms: After successful completion of the CCI course assisting observation requirements has been verified, the CCI mentor and the CCI-Candidate will review the Benefits and Terms for the Certified Course Instructor as presented in this Manual.



c. Sign Letter of Agreement: The CCI-Candidate and the CCI registering them will sign and submit the EVI Letter of Agreement (Section V.B.) This Letter can be posted, faxed, or scanned and submitted to EVI as an email attachment to [email protected].

d. Register the New CCI with EVI:

i. Via E-Mail: The CCI-TP Mentor should email [email protected] with the name and e-mail address of the new CCI as well as the date of Phase Two completion.

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ii. Via Extranet: The new CCI should also register his or herself through the EVT-Representative Extranet from the “Renew My Certification” page. The box by “I am changing my status” should be selected. Selection of the “Register New CCI” option will open a screen to collect further details regarding the change of status and to collect the CCI Annual fee.

e. Pay Annual Fee: Online registration through the EVT-Representative Extranet will facilitate payment via credit card or PayPal account. If online access is not available, the new CCI should email an EVI Contact & Update Form (available for download from the “Certification Documents” page of the EVT Extranet) to [email protected] with a request to be invoiced for the certification upgrade Annual Fee. Policies and procedures for payment of fees can be found in Section VII of this Manual.

e. Receive EVI Acknowledgement: After the steps above have been completed, EVI will:

i. Post CCI’s New Status on Website: EVI will approve posting of the change of certification status on www.EstillVoice.com.

ii. Upgrade EVT Rep Extranet Account Access: The change of certification status will automatically give the new CCI access to CCI-only features of the EVT Representative Extranet. Course presentation slides and other Word and Excel documents used for course administration are available on the EVT Rep Extranet. It will be the new CCI’s responsibility to collect anatomical models for use in EVT course presentations.

iii. Send CCI Certificate: A certificate will be posted to the address provided by the new most current list of fees can be found on www.EstillVoice.com.


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1. Service Distinctiona. Overview: The EVT Certification Advisory Board considers

applications for Service Distinction (CCI-SD) in recognition of the contributions of those who have presented Estill Voice Training and contributed to its on-going research and development over an extended period of time.

b. Ten Years of Service: Any applicant for Service Distinction (SD) must have been an active CCI in good standing for 10 years.

c. Teaching Experience: The applicant for SD must have taught a minimum of 10 Level One and Two courses or have used Estill Voice Training in his/her core curriculum in public schools or in higher education. Co-teaching is permitted to meet this requirement.

d. Significant Contribution to EVI: The applicant for CCI-SD must have made a contribution to either the development or promotion of Estill Voice Training through one of the following: design or participation in research that has or will directly impact the development of the EVT, promotion of EVT through extensive course and workshop presentation (more than 10), presentation of EVT at scientific/pedagogic conferences, or development of products that enhance teaching, learning, or promotion of EVT.

e. Approval: Service Distinction is approved through majority vote of the EVT Certification Advisory Board. Decision is final. Applicants may re-apply after one year.

2. Testing Privileges (authorizes CMT testing)a. Overview: All CCIs may test CFPs, provided they are familiar

with the inventory storage of the voiceprint protocol task in Estill Voiceprint Plus. Testing Privileges are granted to CCIs by invitation; however, interested individuals may approach EVI for consideration.

b. Training Requirement: CCIs who have been invited to have testing privileges must complete a ½ day of training in certification procedures. This training is offered at the Estill World Voice Symposium or by special arrangement through the Certification Director. The training covers testing procedures, training in assessment of the tasks in the CMT Voiceprint Protocol, and scoring of written exams. The training concludes with a brief competency evaluation.

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ii. Teaching Experience: The TP Candidate must be actively teaching, as demonstrated by at least 2 EVT courses per year (in workshop or college setting).

iii. Technological Qualifications: The TP Candidate must own a personal computer (or have ready access to one) that can run Estill Voiceprint Plus and have internet and email access.

3. Advanced Testing Privileges (authorizes CCI testing)a. Overview: Testing Privileges at the CCI examination level are granted to CCIs by invitation;

however, interested individuals may approach EVI for consideration.

b. Training Requirement: CCIs who have been invited to test at this level must undergo advanced training in the complex certification procedures required. This training is offered at the Estill World Voice Symposium or by special arrangement through the Certification Director. The training covers testing procedures, training in the scoring of the written exams and article critique essays, as well as guidelines for the administration and evaluation of the oral examination component of this process. The training concludes with a brief competency evaluation.

c. Qualifications & Guidelines

i. Certification Levels: The Advanced TP Candidate must have Service Distinction and Testing Privilege status.

ii. Teaching Experience: The Advanced TP Candidate must be actively teaching, as demonstrated by at least 3 EVT courses per year to the public or in academic settings where the complete curriculum is offered.

iii. Certification Experience: The Advanced TP Candidate must have years of experience testing CMTs.

iv. Supervised Practice: The Advanced TP Candidate must sit as part of the adjudicating team during at least one Oral Exam to be supervised by a colleague who already holds testing privileges at this level.


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1. OverviewThe Educational Affiliate (EA) is an institution that offers Estill Voice Training in its curriculum and has at least two faculty members who are EVT Representatives (CMTs or CCIs).

2. Benefitsa. Certificate: The EA will receive an Educational Affliate

certificate affirming EVI accreditation.

b. Web Listing: The EA will be listed on www.EstillVoice.com with a 500 word paragraph about the institution and its programs with a link to the institution’s web page.

c. Referral Service: EVI receives frequent requests from students who are looking for institutions that include EVT in their programs of study. EVI will direct prospective students to our EAs.

d EVI Course Attendance Credit: Students at the EA will be eligible for course attendance credit should they choose to pursue certification through EVI. In order for this information to be tracked, the EVT Representatives teaching in the EA must provide EVI with rosters of students successfully completing Level One and Level Two courses.

e. EVT Representative Benefits & Terms: EVT Representatives serving on the EA’s faculty will receive all benefits and be subject to all terms associated with their certification classification, including E-Updates, Intranet Access, beta-testing, EVI nomination and voting privileges, etc.

f. Access to Materials: The EA may purchase and distribute EVT course workbooks and other approved materials for use in teaching courses within the institution through its bookstore, with an EA discount. Discounts will also be applied to EVT-related software.

g. Reduced Annual Fees: EVT Representatives serving on an EA’s faculty will receive discounts on their annual fees as follows: 10% discount will be applied toward the fees of 2-4 certified faculty members and a 20% discount for 5 or more.

h. Complimentary Materials: The EA will be given a single complimentary copy of the Course Instruction Manual and computer slide presentation

3. Termsa. Affiliation Term: Certification for the EA remains in force as long as the following terms

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c. Faculty Requirement: The EA must maintain at least 2 EVT Representatives on the faculty, certified as either CMTs or CCIs. These faculty members are subject to the following terms:

i. Good Standing: Each faculty member must remain in good standing (e.g. meet the continuing education requirements as outlined by their certification level/s, remit annual fees, observe EVI Code of Ethics, etc.).

ii. Scope of CCI: Only CCIs are permitted to teach EVT courses to the public and are automatically qualified to teach courses sponsored by the EA.

iii. Scope of CMT: CMTs are automatically qualified to teach the EVT course content in the voice studio, and are given permission to teach the EVT curriculum in the classroom per the terms of the Educational Affiliate agreement. CMTs are not permitted to present EVT course content in public workshops/courses offered by the EA. (A course would be considered “public” when offered to students not enrolled for an entire semester and/or not enrolled in a degree or diploma program).

d. Annual Fee: No extra fees are required from the institution beyond the discounted fees of the EVT Representatives serving on its faculty and a registration fee.

e. Non-Compliance: EVI has established a method for review of complaints regarding EVT Representatives and for non-compliance issues. Issues that prompt review include misrepresentation of certification level, lack of adherence to EVI’s Code of Ethics, failure to pay annual fees, and failure to submit requested course administration materials or payments in a timely fashion.


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1. Estill World Voice Symposium:EVI holds a biennual, three-day conference for teachers, voice scientists, performers, teachers and EVT Representatives. This conference features scientific presentations on voice-related topics, EVT mini workshops and updates, and sessions on artistry/performance applications. The symposium provides a forum for announcement of EVI’s elections and awards presentations.

2. Estill Lifetime Achievement Award (ELAA) a. Overview: EVI presents the ELAA to one or two individuals at the bi-annual Estill World

Voice Symposium.

b. Nominations: Certified Master Teachers and Certified Course Instructors can make nominations to the EVI Certification Advisory Board in the months preceding the Estill World Voice Symposium. The EVI Certification Advisory Board selects the ELAA recipient from the list of nominees.

c. Official ELAA Statement: The Estill Lifetime Achievement Award (ELAA) recognizes outstanding individuals who have made significant contributions to the field of voice. Candidates for this award have served as role models and have devoted their careers to the advancement of voice research, performance, and/or voice education. These individuals have inspired others where voice is concerned. ELAA recipients have been leaders in the voice profession and have promoted an ideology wehre the needs and goals of others are met with an open mind and without aesthetic bias. They have embraced the mission of Estill Voice Training - to bring quality voice training into all regions of the world.

3. EVI Certification Advisory Board a. Overview: The EVT Certification Advisory Board is comprised of 6 EVT Representatives.

An EVI representative will facilitate and attend all meetings in a non-voting capacity. CMTs may serve on the Board; however, four seats are reserved for CCIs. All Board members must comply with the terms and duties outlined below. Acceptance of nomination to the Board is considered to be an acknowledgement that the individual has read and agreed to all of the terms and duties set forth below.

b. Terms: Elected members serve 4-year terms. At the completion of his/her term, the board member must step down from his/her board position. Past board members can be re-nominated after being off of the board for a 2 year period.

i. CCI Representations: There must be at least 4 CCIs on the Board at all times

ii. Rotation of Terms: 3 seats will be filled by election every 2 years (2 CCI and 1 CMT)

c. Duties

i. Attend Meetings: Quarterly meetings are held via international telephone


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conferencing. The expectation is that all members will be present at all meetings. Absence of even one member seriously compromises the Board’s effectiveness. For this reason, if a member is absent without notification from 2 consecutive meetings, that member will be deemed to have resigned. The Board may, at its discretion accept or reject the resignation of this member.

ii. Communication: Throughout the yearly operations of EVI, matters are brought to the Board’s attention that cannot wait for the next formal meeting. In such instances, it is necessary for the Board to deliberate electronically. Timeliness is vital to the Board’s effectiveness. Board members are expected to acknowledge receipt of all electronic communications within 48 hours and provide a specific time frame for their considered response to any matter under Board consideration.

iii. Privacy: Any information communicated by the Board either verbally or electronically, in formal meetings or in e-mail threads, is considered strictly confidential, due to the personal and proprietary nature of the information exchanged.

iv. Oversee Certification: Contribute, review, and approve Certification standards and related processes.

v. Enforce Code of Ethics: Act in the spirit of and enforce the Code of Ethics.

vi. Make Rulings: Determine and enforce punitive rulings on non-compliance and ethics code violations.

vii. Appeals: Hear appeals on rulings.

viii. Choose ELAA Recipients: Select the ELAA award recipients from nominees.

d. Nomination Process

i. Eligibility: All CFPs, CMTs, and CCIs in good standing are eligible to nominate and there is no limit on the number of nominations that may be submitted.

ii. Time Frame: Dates of this process will be announced via EVI E-Update, posted on the EVT Representative Intranet, and may appear on other web pages and/or documents related to the election. Nominations will open 60 days before election and close 30 days before election.

iii. Nomination Format: Eligible EVT Representatives should e-mail nominations to [email protected].

iv. Nominee Notification: Once the nomination is verified by EVI, the prospective nominee will be notified by e-mail.

vi. Acceptance of Nomination: Prospective nominees must accept or decline nomination within 1 week of e-mail notification from EVI. Prospective nominees must be in good standing with EVI before the confirmation deadline of 1 week expires.


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i. Elections: Elections are held every two years in the week just prior to the Estill World Symposium.

ii. Balloting: All CMTs and CCIs in good standing who have accepted nomination will appear on the ballot.

iii. Voting Process: Votes will be cast by email.

iv. Voting Restrictions: Individuals may only vote once. Ballots must register votes for two CCIs and one CMT. Ballots cast for more than two CCIs and one CMT will not be counted.

v. Vote Tallying: The 3 nominees with the most votes will be eligible to serve on the Board. In the event that this group does not include at least two CCIs; the unfilled CCI seats will remain open until the Board takes further action. Ties will be broken through special run-off election to be held within 30 days.

vi. Results: Results will be announced at opening business meeting of the Estill World Voice Symposium.

vii. Accountability: Vote count will not be made public; however, the EVI Board will consider requests to view numbers on a case-by-case basis

f. Vacancy: The Board may vote to fill the vacancy of a member unable to complete a term. The Board may vote, by a super majority, to vacate the seat of an inactive member.

29II. CERTIFICATION PROCESS POLICIES

II. CERTIFICATION PROCESS POLICIES

A. General Guidelines

1. Testing Prerequisites: The CCI or CCI-TPAdv administering formal tests at any level should review the requirements for each certificate to assure that the examinee has provided appropriate proof of course completion/attendance before testing begins. The CCI should consult with EVI’s Certification Director should questions arise.

2. Testing Conditions: A studio or office setting is recommended for the written, oral, and Estill Voiceprint Plus examinations; the space should be quiet and free of distractions.

3. Post-Testing Procedures: The CCI administering tests or observing at any level should review the post-testing/observation paperwork requirements for each certificate and have forms readily available. This process can be facilitated by having an internet connection available immediately following the testing/observation session.

B. Formal Examination Procedures

1. Qualified Examiners & Estimated Exam Time: The well-prepared candidate will likely finish the exams in the time frame provided below. There are no official “time limits” on examinations. Testing may spread out over days when applicants take these exams within the context of a certification workshop.

Certification Level Examiner Exam TimeCertificate Figure Proficiency Any CCI 1-2 hoursCertified Master Teacher CCI-TP ½ dayCertified Course Instructor CCI -TPAdv ½ - 1 day

2. Estill Voiceprint Plus General Guidelinesa. Estill Voiceprint Plus Operation: Estill Voiceprint Plus was specifically designed as a

companion for Estill Voice International’s certification training and testing program. Estill Voiceprint Plus includes a listing of the required voiceprint tasks and dedicated recording and storage function specifically designed for certification.

b. Estill Voiceprint Plus Purchase: The CFP applicant is encouraged and the CMT applicant is required to purchase Estill Voiceprint Plus in order to practice for this segment of testing. Mac and PC versions of Estill Voiceprint Plus are available at www.EstillVoice.com. Copies of the Estill Voiceprint Plus protocols can be found in this manual (Section IV.A.2 and

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IV.B.2) and within the Estill Voiceprint Plus program itself.

c. Saving Voiceprint Inventories: Examiners should thoroughly familiarize themselves with the collection and storage of wave files within the Estill Voiceprint Plus program. Copies of all testing inventories should be clearly labeled and saved and available for EVI review.

d. Computer & Microphone Specifications: A quality sound card and microphone are needed to produce clear voiceprints during certification testing.

3. Administration & Scoring of Voiceprint Examinationsa. Proctoring: The examiner is required to remain in the room with the applicant/s throughout

the examination process and should witness the production and recording of all voiceprints. Pre-recorded voiceprints will not be accepted.

b. Scoring: The examiner must administer and score the exam.

c. Pass Criteria: The Voiceprints must match the visual and aural characteristics outlined in EVT Level One and EVT Level Two Courses.

d. Trials Allowed: A correct voiceprint must be recorded within three trials (all levels).

4. Translation of Exams: The written examinations are issued from EVI in English. Eventually, EVI plans to have the examinations available in translation. Please inquire to [email protected] regarding exam translations currently available. Presently, the following protocols should be followed with regard to translation issues:

a. Verbal Translation: The examiner should verbally translate the written text at the time of the examination.

b. Translated Texts: Applicants are permitted to use a translation text upon approval by the examiner.

c. Questions During Examination: The examiner is permitted to answer translation-related questions during the examination.

5. Administration and Scoring of Written & Oral Examinationsa. Proctoring: The examiner is required to remain in the room with the applicant/s throughout

the examination process at all levels.

b. Scoring: Only qualified examiners are permitted to score exams. CCI-TPs may score the CMT examinations. Only CCI-TPAdvs appointed by EVI may score the CCI examinations.

c. CMT Examination & Pass Criteria: A score of 90% is required to pass the CMT written examination. The CMT written exam contains multiple choice, identification, short answer, and listening questions. Scoring is objective.

d. CCI Examinations & Pass Criteria: The CCI phase one examinations include a one


hour oral examination and a two-stage written examination. Points are assigned to each component of the examination process; passing criteria appear below.

i. Article Critique: At least two weeks prior to scheduled formal testing, the applicant is given a current or historically significant article dealing with voice science and/or vocal pedagogy. The applicant writes a 2-page essay (single spaced) critiquing the article from an Estill Voice Model perspective. What is the author proposing? How does this translate into Estill Voice Model terminology? How would the Estill Model argue for or against the concepts the author presents? Up to 20 points are earned based on the following criteria: assessment of key points in article (5), Estill Voice Model integration/references (5), accuracy (5), clarity and effectiveness of argument/discussion (5). The applicant must re-write this portion of the exam if fewer than 15 points are earned.

ii. Formal Written Exam: This exam includes multiple choice, identification, short answer, and essay questions. Scoring is objective. Applicants must re-take the exam if score is lower than 90%.

iii. Oral Exam: During this one-hour exam, the applicant is questioned by two CCI-TPs designated by EVI as qualified to examine at this level. A wide range of questions should be anticipated. Review of the Certification Study Guide (Section IV.C.1) is recommended. Up to 20 points are earned based on the following criteria: accuracy (8), clarity and brevity (8), composure and connection (4). To ensure the fairest appraisal of the applicant’s performance, this portion of the exam is scored by 2 or more CCI-TPs designated by EVI as qualified to examine at this level. To meet this examiner requirement, telephone conferencing or web-cams may be used. The applicant must re-take the oral exam if fewer than 15 points are earned.

6. Repeat Examinationsa. Time Frame: The applicant will be given 3 opportunities within a 6 month time frame

to repeat and pass any formal test (Voiceprint, written, oral) that did not meet passing criterion. If formal testing is not successfully completed within 6 months, the certification applicant must wait a full calendar year from last testing date and start the testing process as if he or she were a new applicant.

b. Estill Voiceprint Plus Protocols: For the Estill Voiceprint Plus Protocols, only the elements that were not acceptable need be re-recorded.

c. Written & Oral Examinations: Written or oral examinations will be re-taken in their entirety.

d. Fees: The applicant will be expected to negotiate scheduling and fees for any repeat testing with the examiner.

7. Testing & Observation Feesa. Fees for Formal Testing: Examiners establish their own fees for administration of formal

tests for certification.


b. Private Observation Fees: Certified Course Instructors observing CMT-Candidates in a private studio settings for Phase Two of the CMT process should be reimbursed. Such rates may prove highly variable.

c. Course Observation Fees: There will be observation fees paid to Certified Course Instructors observing CMT- or CCI-Candidates acting as Course Interns or Course Assistants. These fees must be communicated in advance of the observation, and will vary according to region. As a general guideline, candidates being observed should expect to pay a minimum of a third of the standard course tuition fee (without discounts).

d. Contracts: In keeping with EVI’s Code of Ethics, all fees and arrangements should be discussed before any training, testing, or observation is begun.

C. Observation Guidelines

1. CMT- or CCI-Candidate StatusThe CMT or CCI applicant becomes a “candidate” for certification upon passing Phase One of his or her respective testing procedures and registration with EVI.

2. CMT-Candidate ObservationsThe CMT-Candidate must be observed successfully teaching each of the concepts, Figures for Voice, and Voice Qualities from approved EVT Level One (Figures for Voice Control) and EVT Level Two (Figure Combinations for Six Voice Qualities) courses. This requirement can be fulfilled in a private studio setting or during internships in public courses. Interns facilitate practice sessions only and do not teach any portion of the course presentation. At least one third of these observations must be in a course setting.

3. CCI-Candidate Observations CCI-Candidates must be observed successfully presenting each component of the Level One and Level Two Courses. They are required to serve as Course Assistants on at least 3 EVT Level One (Compulsory Figures for Voice Control) and 3 Level Two (Figure Combinations for Six Voice Qualities) courses. They must assist more than one CCI.

4. Observation Arrangements & Limitations CCIs welcome Interns and Course Assistants. Intern and Course Assistant positions are filled on a “first come first serve” basis. EVI recommends one Intern for every 10-15 course participants and no more than 2 Course Assistant for any course. Certification Candidates are therefore encouraged to make timely arrangements for these positions. Candidates should contact CCIs directly to request a position on an upcoming course.


5. Tracking of Competencies Achieved & Signature SheetsIt is the responsibility of the CMT-Candidate/CCI-Candidate to carry the originals of these forms from their Observation Packets (Section V.D.2/V.E.2) with them to each observation experience. The supervising CCI should review these forms before a course begins to plan distribution of practice session observations and/or presentation assignments should there be more than one Intern or Course Assistant on the course. It is understood that the supervising CCI cannot observe every Intern all of the time. The supervising CCI should also anticipate the paperwork that follows if the Intern or Course Assistant is likely to complete Phase Two on the current course.

6. Observation Expenses/Payment : Interns and Course Assistants should expect to be held responsible for the expenses associated with travel, housing and meals. CMT- and CCI-Candidates acting as Course Interns or Course Assistants will also pay an observation fee to the observing Certified Course Instructor. These fees must be communicated in advance of the observation, and will vary according to region. As a general guideline, candidates being observed should expect to pay a minimum of a third of the standard course tuition fee (without discounts).

7 Intern-Specific Expectations for CMT-Csa. Course Production Team: CMT-Candidates serving as Interns are part of the course

production team and should expect to attend pre-course meetings, assist in course logistics (setting up, cleaning up), and to demonstrate professionalism in their interactions with presenters and participants.

b. Course Instruction Manual: The CMT-Candidate is advised to purchase the text, Estill Voice Training: Course Instruction Manual, prior to scheduling an observation experience. This text can be purchased after the Phase One CMT examinations have been passed.

c. Practice Sessions: Interns will be observed and rated during Practice Sessions.

d. Teaching Evaluation: Practice Session Elements will be rated by Parameters.

i. Elements: Each Practice Session will include the Elements below.

Figure/Quality Overview: Concise review and modeling of content* (physiol-ogy, acoustics, and perceptual correlates)

Group Practice: Participants demonstrate key content* elementsIndividual Practice: Participant demonstrates key content* elements

* content = Figures for Voice Control or Voice Quality, with reinforcement of course concepts such as Effort Monitoring, Attractor States, Risks, Benefits, etc.


ii. Parameters: Teaching Observation Ratings will be based on these Parameters:

Accuracy: Basics of anatomy and physiology conveyedAcoustic concepts discussed and demonstrated on VoiceprintModeling provides clear perceptual cues

Connection: Creative transfer of content incorporating Intern’s personal experienceParticipant-focused problem solving

Effectiveness: Ease with group leadershipCreates safe environment for experimentationListening, judging, and coaching productive and timely

iii. Ratings & Pass Criteria: The teaching of each Figure/Quality will be evaluated and rated as: “below expectations”, “meets expectations”, or “exceeds expectations”. The CMT-Candidate must accumulate ratings of “meets” or “exceeds” expectations for every course component in order to meet the CMT Phase Two Observation requirements.

iv. Feedback: Observing CCIs may choose to use the Observation Feedback Forms included in the CMT Observation Packet. These forms should be reviewed with the CMT-Candidate on a daily basis whenever possible so that the Candidate can make use of constructive feedback in successive Practice Sessions. Overall ratings will be made at the end of the course.

c. Observation Accumulation: In courses with more than one Intern it will not be possible for the CCI to observe every Practice Session, and Interns must respect the decisions made by the CCI regarding distribution of observation time. Those Interns nearing completion of this requirement may request that the CCI observe specific Figures, but fulfillment of such requests is not guaranteed.


8. Course Assistant-Specific Expectations for CCI-Csa. Course Assistants: Course Assistants are involved in course production, administration,

and presentation.

b. Course Production & Administration: Course Assistants are required to participate in planning and preparation for the course (per the needs of the Supervising CCI). This may include helping with design and creation of promotional materials, mailings, setting up for the course, planning and serving of refreshments, cleaning up following the course, and helping with post-course paperwork. All expenses associated with course production (e.g., advertising, food) are assumed by the supervising CCI. The purpose of this requirement is to help prepare the CCI-Candidate for all aspects of running a course including pre-and post-course responsibilities.

c. Course Presentation: Course Assistants are permitted to present 30-40% of the course content. In advance of the course, the CCI candidate and Supervising CCI will determine the portions of the course presented by the CCI candidate.

i. Integration of Modalities: The CCI will be expected to teach using Estill Voiceprint Plus, the computer slide presentation, and appropriate laryngeal models.

ii. Quality Assurance: The CCI candidate will be introduced as a “Course Assistant” and the audience will be informed that the Course Assistant is fulfilling the “presentation observation” requirements to become a Certified Course Instructor. The Supervising CCI will explain to the participants that course presentation is collaborative and that the presentation may be interrupted should the Supervising CCI wish to contribute. It is expected that the CCI will provide the Course Assistant ample opportunity to present the material while assuring that the course participants receive accurate and adequate instruction.

d. Presentation Evaluation: Performance of each Presentation Element will be rated in accordance with Evaluation Parameters.

i. Elements: Each course module will include the Elements below.

Figure/Quality Presentation:

Concise presentation and demonstration of content* (physiology, acoustics, and perceptual correlates)Confident use of presentation technology (integration of Estill Voiceprint Plus, Video, and Audio samples).

Course Dynamics: Creation of a positive learning environment. Participants willingly engage during group activities. Questions are handled with respect and answered/deferred as appropriate within scheduling constraints.


Group Practiceand Individual

Coaching:

Course Assistant provides sufficient opportunity for experiential learning in context of presentation, with accurate and encouraging feedback. Course Assistant provides accurate and encouraging feedback in context of individual practice within lecture-presentations and Open Coaching sessions.

* content = Figures for Voice Control or Voice Quality, with reinforcement of course concepts such as Effort Monitoring, Attractor States, Risks, Benefits, etc.

ii. Parameters: Presentation Observation Ratings will be made on the basis of the following Parameters:

Accuracy: Core concepts of anatomy and physiology conveyed.Connection: Creative transfer of content incorporating Course Assistant’s

personal experience.Group-focused problem solving.Creative integration of the Estill Voice Model.

Effectiveness: Ease with presentation to large and knowledgeable groups.Creates safe environment for experimentation.Manages time productively.

iii. Ratings & Pass Criteria: The presentation of each Figure/Quality will be evaluated rated as follows: “below expectations”, “meets expectations”, or “exceeds expectations”. The CCI-Candidate must accumulate ratings of “meets” or “exceeds” expectations for every course module in order to pass the CCI Phase Two presentation observation requirement.

iv. Feedback: Supervising CCIs should use the Observation Feedback Forms included in the Course Assistant Observation Packet. These forms should be verbally reviewed with the CCI-Candidate on a daily basis so that the Candidate can make use of constructive feedback in successive course presentations. A ratings summary will be reported at the end of the course. Observation and rating forms in written format will be completed within one month.

D. Post-Examination/Observation Guidelines

1. Certification of Figure Proficiency: Please see section I.A.6.

2. Certified Master Teacher: Please see Sections I.B.6 and I.B.9.

3. Certified Course Instructor: Please see Sections I.C.6 and I.C.9.

37III. EVT REPRESENTATIVE POLICIES

III. EVT REPRESENTATIVE POLICIES

A. Estill Voice International Code of Ethics

1. Prologue : As certified representatives of Estill Voice Training, we* believe that vocal training, be it for speaking or singing, should not be reserved for a “select few”, but for all people. We are dedicated to advancing vocal training in all regions of the world and in making this training available to those who have not previously had access. We believe in the worth of individuals and in aesthetic vocal freedom. In doing so, we agree to support our clients in pursuit of the “voice” that is most appropriate to their needs, so long as it does not pose any potential harm. We are dedicated to advancing the knowledge of those who seek our guidance and to the maintenance of high standards of professional conduct and competence. We are accountable to Estill Voice International, wherever the setting. This accountability is expressed in relationships with clients, colleagues, Estill Voice International itself, and through acceptance and practice of the principles of this Code of Ethics.

*The use of “we,” “us,” and “our” refers to and is binding upon all levels of individual certification and affiliation within Estill Voice International.

2. Principlesa. With regard to our relationships with clients, we agree:

i. To provide services without regard to a person’s race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, disability, or national origin.

ii. To clearly represent our level of certification and limit our work with clients to the privileges of that level.

iii. To urge clients to seek medical advice when vocal health is a concern.

iv. To discuss fees and financial arrangements at the onset of services, in a professional manner without hesitation or equivocation.

v. To make only realistic statements regarding the process and potential outcome of services rendered.

vi. To maintain confidentiality of clients who seek vocal training, particularly in a private setting, and to obtain informed consent for use of a client’s name, audio or video tape recordings, or any other personal information.

vii. To treat clients in a professional manner, without harassment, abusive words or actions.

b. With regard to our relationships with other professionals we agree:

i. To not malign colleagues or other professionals.

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ii. To exercise care and inter-professional courtesy when approached for services by persons who have terminated the services of another Estill Voice International professional.

iii. To promote, when possible, the services of other certified practitioners.

c. With regard to our relationship with Estill Voice International we agree:

i. To the rights and privileges established in the current certification manual and to not extend services beyond our level of certification.

ii. To remain abreast of new developments in Estill Voice Training through both educational activities and professional experience and to remain active in the organization by participation in the meetings and affairs of Estill Voice International.

iii. To report any unethical activity directly to Estill Voice International.

3. Professionalism a. EVT Representatives are expected to behave in a professional manner when representing

EVT.

b. Attire will be professional and appropriate for the setting.

c. Speech patterns will employ professional grammar and avoid profanity, slang, and/or comments regarding race, politics, ethnicity, disability, or religion.

B. Privacy & Copyright

1. Privacy Statement: EVI strives to maintain the privacy of its clients. To that end, EVT Representatives are expected to maintain the confidentiality of clients who seek vocal training, particularly in the private setting, and to obtain informed consent for use of a client’s name, address, phone number, email, audio or video tape recording, photograph, or any other personal information. EVI will not release any information about its clients to any other companies. A client’s contact information may be used, when consent has been given, by EVI or by EVT Representatives to alert the client about upcoming events, products or other EVT-related matters. EVI does distribute email newsletters to those individuals who have provided contact information to the company. Clients can choose at any time to be removed from the distribution list by sending an email to [email protected].

2. Copyright Policy: EVI expects EVT Representatives to act according to the law with regard to the use of recordings (video or audio), distribution of music, and other copyrighted materials. Representatives shall not use copied materials without the appropriate permission of the publishing party. This includes the use of printed music that is not yet in “public domain” and playing of audio/video examples without the express permission of the author/publisher.


Similarly, certified representatives shall not use another colleague’s written materials or any other form of another’s intellectual property without that person’s express written consent.

C. Ethics Violations & Grievance Procedures

1. Greivance Registration: When anyone considers an EVT Representative to be in violation of the EVI Code of Ethics, that person is entitled to make a formal written Grievance to any member of the EVT Certification Advisory Board.

2. Grievance Notification: The EVI Certification Advisory Board will notify the EVT Representative whose Ethics have been questioned that a Grievance has been registered via a Return Receipt email. If the message is not opened within one week, notification will be sent via Registered Mail. This Grievance Notification Message will include a description of the Grievance and an invitation for the EVT Representative to respond to the grievance by providing the Board with relevant information for consideration during its Grievance Review Period.

3. Grievance Review: The Grievance Review Period will begin when the Grievance Notification has been received and will extend for up to 3 months, during which information is gathered and considered. During this period, all information provided will be kept in strict confidence between the EVI Certification Advisory Board and the individuals in question. Should the Board find itself in a position where it needs to make inquiries of other parties, confidentiality agreements with those individuals will be obtained prior to any requests for information so that the chain of confidentiality is maintained. The EVI Certification Advisory Board will weigh the evidence for/against the Grievance and render its decision within the 3 month Grievance Review Period.

4. Grievance Determination Report: a. If the Grievance is judged to be invalid, the Board will notify both parties via Return Receipt

email. If the message is not opened within one week, notification will be sent via Registered Mail.

b. If the Grievance is judged to be valid, the Board has the power to impose Sanctions and/or to request Corrective Actions. Sanctions can range from a simple warning to censure, probation, suspension, or even termination of certification privileges. Corrective Actions can be added to any level of sanction as a condition for maintaining/restoring certification privileges. Although both parties will be notified of the Board’s ruling, sanctions and corrective actions will not be communicated to the individual who brought the grievance to the Board. Specific information regarding Sanctions and Corrective Actions will be delivered in a formal document attached to the email sent to the EVT Representative found to be out of compliance. This document will include lines where the EVT Representative can 1) formally acknowledge receipt of the document and 2) formally accept or appeal


(challenge) its terms. Once again, the notifications and document/s will be delivered via Return Receipt email. If the message is not opened within one week, notification and additional documentation will be sent via Registered Mail.

5. Grievance Determination Receipt: The EVT Representative found out of compliance with EVIs Code of Ethics must formally acknowledge receipt of the Board’s decision. This acknowledgement will be made by signing the Receipt Acknowledgement section of the document and returning it (or a scanned copy) to Estill Voice International within 2 weeks of the email/postal delivery receipt. In cases where the receipt of the decision is not acknowledged within the 2 week time frame, the Certification Advisory Board reserves the right to suspend certification privileges until such time as the signed Receipt Acknowledgement has been returned.

6. Sanction and Corrective Action Acceptance/Appeal: The EVT Representative must formally acknowledge or appeal the Sanction and Corrective Actions (if any) laid out in the document referenced in points 5 & 6 above. This Sanction and Corrective Action Acceptance/Appeal must be communicated within the same time frame as the Receipt Acknowledgement. In cases where there is no response within the 2 week time frame, the Certification Advisory Board reserves the right to suspend certification privileges until such time as this document has been returned. In cases where Sanctions and/or Corrective Actions are challenged, a one month Appeals Process will begin. The Certification Advisory Board reserves the right to suspend certification privileges until such time as a new Sanction/Corrective Action agreement has been negotiated with the EVT Representative in question. This Appeals Process must be resolved in a manner acceptable to both the Board and the Representative within 2 months. If no agreement can be reached, the EVT Representative will lose their certification privileges.

7. Suspension or Certification Privileges Termination: When a Grievance procedure results in suspension or termination of certification privileges, the EVI Certification Advisory Board will keep the terms of the suspension/termination confidential, and will not call attention to the removal of the individual’s name and courses from the EVI website. It will be the individual’s responsibility to notify any students enrolled for upcoming courses that the courses have been cancelled and to refund any and all advance payments. Should an EVT Representative have his or her certification privileges revoked, he or she may continue to list their certification achievement as part of his or her curriculum vitae; however, all Estill-related logos, bugs, and links to www.EstillVoice.com must be removed from the individual’s website and/or promotional materials.

D. EVT Representative & Event Promotion

1. Use of “Estill” and “EVT”: The Estill logo and web bugs must be used in personal websites and in promotional materials so long as their use does not imply that the site or material has been generated or in any way


specifically endorsed by EVI. However, EVT Representatives are not permitted to use the terms “Estill” or “EVT” in registering the name of a personal company or website unless they have a contractual agreement with Estill Voice International that authorizes use of these terms.

2. EVT Graphics: EVI will provide EVT graphics for use in course/workshop materials upon request and reserves the right to request copies of materials used in promotional presentations and in standardized and non-standardized EVT courses at any time. In most cases a graphics preparation fee will apply, in proportion to the scope of the graphics request. In addition, a nominal royalty fee will apply for permission attached to each use of EVT graphics. This fee will be adjusted relative to context of use: fees will be higher for use of EVT graphics in books and printed materials available for sale than for use of EVT graphics in professional scientific or pedagogical presentations. All fees will be discussed and agreed upon in advance.

3. Introductory Events: CMTs and CCIs producing introductory or promotional events are encouraged to notify EVI and post these events on the website. A posting fee may apply.

4. Refund Policy: When events, workshops, or courses are offered for a fee, cancellation and refund policies should be clearly stated. Guidelines for registration fees, advance deposits, etc. must appear on the registration form.

D. Course Approval

1. Overview: As the demand for Estill Voice Training increases, and as more courses are scheduled, EVI will use the following procedures to help avoid scheduling and market conflicts. CCIs should understand and abide by these guidelines.

2. Schedulinga. Approval Policy: EVI will approve, assign course numbers, and post courses on the EVI

web-site on a first-come, first-served basis.

b. Time Frame: CCIs should obtain EVI Course Approval at least 3 months in advance of course date/s, having already consulted www.EstillVoice.com and the EVI Course Director during the planning process to avoid date/s and content/topic conflicts.

3. Market Competition: EVI will not approve nor web-post a proposed course that directly competes with a previously posted course. Direct competition may result from proximity of time, proximity


of venue, and/or similarity of audience for the course/workshop’s topic/content.

4. Market Competition Resolution: Where potential for direct competition exists, the Course Director will consult both CCIs involved and decide outcomes on a case-by-case basis, according to guidelines that follow:

a. Posting by Mutual Agreement: If the EVI Course Director and both CCIs agree that the course will enroll without drawing participants away from the previously posted course, it will be approved, assigned a number, and web-posted.

b. Posting Compromise: If the new course has a self-contained source of enrollment but might draw participants away from the previously posted course were it to appear on the web-site, it may be approved and assigned a number but not listed on the web-site.

5. Website Posting Classification Guide: When posting information on www.EstillVoice.com, the following terms will be used (a web posting fee may apply):

a. Events: These include speaking engagements, research presentations, and receptions that are related to the Estill Voice Model or EVT and/or of special interest to members of the EVT community.

b. Workshops: These “introductory” workshops often integrate the Estill Figures and Qualities with a specific topic, i.e., Musical Theatre, Opera, Folk Singing. Previous attendance at an Estill Voice Training Course is not required.

c. Courses: The complete EVT Level One and/or Level Two curriculum as provided by EVI.

d. Advanced Workshops: Figures and Qualities taught in Level One and Two are extended and explored in complex applications of the Estill work. Attendance at a Level One and Level Two Course is a pre-requisite.

4. Descriptive Titlesa. Level One and Two Courses: All courses presenting substantial portions of the Level One

and Level Two Estill Voice Training curricula should be titled as such, and presented with EVI presentation slides and Workbooks. Each student must have his or her own copy of the Course Workbooks whether the course is being taught in the classroom or public setting. Advertising/announcements should clearly communicate whether the costs of workbooks are included in the course fee or charged separately.

b. Introduction to Level One and Two Courses: In cases where a course does not present every Figure and all the Qualities, the term “Introduction” will be applied.

c. Workshops: Challenges are presented by the offering of non-standardized EVT workshops or courses, where the CCI will not be using teaching materials and curricula from the Think Voice Series. Examples include advanced courses and one-day introductory workshops. Over the years, titles have fallen into the category of “common usage” although the content


of specific workshop or course may vary significantly when presented by one CCI versus another. Each CCI is encouraged to develop titles and descriptions that highlight the unique character of the workshops/courses he/she is presenting.

d. Proprietary vs. Common Usage: When a CCI has a sense of personal “ownership” associated with the development of a given workshop or course, she or he is urged to communicate this to the EVI Course Director, and to partner with EVI in the development of standardized materials to be used with that particular workshop or course. Notify the EVI Course Director well in advance of public distribution of workshop/course promotional materials so that the distinction between “common usage” and “proprietary” titles can be preserved.

E. Course Administration Policies

1. General Guidelines The following paperwork is required for all EVI-approved courses. Samples of these documents/forms appear in Section VI of this manual and are available for download from the EVT Representative Extranet. Additional paperwork to facilitate course administration, such as a Course Production Checklist and Web-Posting Guide, can also be found in Section VI.

a. Course Attendance Form

CCIs are required to submit the name and contact information for each course participant. This allows EVI to track participants who might be interested in pursuing certification. EVI has developed an Excel Spreadsheet to facilitate this process.

b. Copyright, Trademark and Health Agreement

CCIs are expected to have course participants sign the Copyright, Trademark and Health Agreement at the onset of all EVT courses, and to indicate that the form has been signed on the Course Attendance Form. Copies of this signed form must be kept by the CCI for 5 years and submitted to EVI headquarters upon request.

c. EVI Course Evaluation Form

EVI monitors for the continuous quality improvement of its teachers and courses. In order to acquire information about the quality of courses and workshops, EVI has developed a Course Evaluation Form that must be completed by every participant attending an EVT Course. CCIs are permitted to make their own additions to the EVI Course Evaluation Form. An Evaluation Summary Report should be prepared at the close of each course.The EVI Course Evaluation Form originals and Evaluation Summary Report should be archived by the CCI. EVI performs occasional reviews of EVT Representatives and may request to see Course Evaluation Forms at any time.

d. Course Attendance Certificate

CCIs are required to provide each course participant with a Course Attendance Certificate. The Estill Voice Training Logo MUST appear on all Certificates of Attendance.

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IV. CERTIFICATION STUDY GUIDES

A. Certificate of Figure Proficiency

1. General Remarks: Individuals preparing for CFP testing should focus on practice of the Figures for Voice Control and Six Voice Qualities. This process normally takes months, and may require reviewing Level One and Two Courses and/or private coaching and instruction by an EVT Representative (CMT or CCI). To receive a CFP, the individual must be able to successfully demonstrate all of the basic options for voice control of the CFP Estill Voiceprint Protocol within 3 trials. Practice with the program in advance of the testing session is highly recommended. Purchase of Estill Voiceprint Plus, that contains samples of each task recorded in both male and female voices, is suggested.

2. Estill Voiceprint Plus Examinationa. General Instructions: This is the protocol that is used during the CFP examination. It is

recommended that the applicant practice this protocol in advance with the Estill Voiceprint Plus program. The CFP applicant should select his/her most comfortable pitch (MCP) for each task.

b. CFP Protocol

File Voiceprint Label Done

True Vocal Fold Onsets/Offsets

1 Glottal on i || a || u

2 Aspirate-abrupt on i || a || u

3 Aspirate-gradual on i || a || u

4 Smooth on i || a || u

False Vocal Fold Control

5 Mid || Constrict || Retract on i || a || u

True Vocal Fold Body/Cover

6 Slack || Thick || Thin || Stiff on i

7 Slack || Thick || Thin || Stiff on a

8 Slack || Thick || Thin || Stiff on u

Thyroid Cartilage

9 Vertical || Tilt on i || a || u

The Siren

10 Demonstrate Estill Siren through >/= 1.5 Octave Range

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Cricoid Cartilage

11 Vertical || Tilt on e

AES

12 Wide AES || Narrow AES, with Nasalized Vowels ĩ || ã || ũ

Larynx Height

13 High || Mid || Low on i || a || u

Velum

14 Low || Mid || High on i || a || u

Tongue

15 High || Mid || Low || Compressed on i || a || u

Jaw

16 Forward || Mid || Back || Dropped on i || a || u

Lips

17 Protrude || Mid || Spread on i || a || u

Head & Neck

18 Relaxed → Anchored on i || a || u

Torso

19 Relaxed → Anchored on i || a || u

Speech

20 i→ a→ u on each step of a Major scale, one octave

Falsetto


Sob


Nasal Twang


Oral Twang


Opera


Belting


Computer Testing Protocol: Key To Symbols

L = low pitch M = mid pitch H = high pitch → = continue without a break ll = put a break between tasks MCP = most comfortable pitch ~(over vowel) = nasalized


B. Certified Master Teacher

1. Phase One Written Examinationsa. General Remarks: The CMT written examination will test the applicant’s knowledge of the

basic terminology and theories presented in EVT Level One (Figures for Voice Control) and Level Two (Figure Combinations for Six Voice Qualities) courses. The CMT examination includes labeling, multiple choice, matching, fill-in-the blank, short answer and listening questions. The expectation is that CMTs are able to answer the kinds of questions a student typically asks when learning Estill Voice Training: How does my voice work? What am I looking at in Estill Voiceprint Plus? What am I doing in this Figure and why is it going to help me? A list of suggested references is provided at the end of this section.

b. Anatomy & Physiology: Examinees should prepare to identify and discuss basic anatomy and physiology of the voice, and the basic concepts of the Estill Voice Model. Any of the terms from the Level One (Figures for Voice Control) and Level Two (Figure Combinations for Six Voice Qualities) Workbooks may appear on the exam. The following list should serve as a guide:

Power, Source, FilterVoice qualityDynamical Systems TheoryAttractor StateCraft, Artistry, Performance MagicKinesthetic PerceptionMagnitude EstimationMagnitude ProductionGuidelines for monitoring effortRelaxation maneuversRules for monitoring effort in

vocalizationSpectrogram Components &

AttributesMost comfortable vocal effort

(MCVE)Voluntary/Involuntary breathing

patternsThoracic CavityRibsAbdominal CavityTrachea & BronchiLungsDiaphragmPharynx

TongueVelum False Vocal FoldsTrue Vocal FoldsEpiglottisThree levels of laryngeal closureResting Expiratory Level (REL)Lung volumeRecoil breathInternational Phonetic AlphabetPitchCycles per secondFrequencyThyroarytenoidCricothyroid Suprahyoid (group)Infrahyoid (group)GlottisThyroid cartilageCricoid cartilageArytenoid cartilagesAryepiglottic fold/sphincterTrue Vocal Fold Onset/Offset

conditions: Glottal, Aspirate, Smooth


Thoracic FixationFalse Vocal Fold conditions: Constrict,

Mid, RetractTriggers for False Vocal Fold

ConstrictionTriggers for RetractionBernoulli PrincipleSubglottal air pressureComponents of vocal fold “body”Components of vocal fold “cover”VocalisLateral thyroarytenoidMucosal waveConditions of True Vocal Folds:

Body-Cover: Slack, Thick, Thin, Stiff

Cricothyroid spaceCricothyroid jointConditions of the Thyroid Cartilage:

Vertical, TiltIPA symbol for “ng” (English)Recipe for SirenConditions of the Cricoid Cartilage:

Vertical, TiltConditions of the Larynx: Low, Mid,

HighVelopharyngeal PortOral resonancePalatoglossusPalatopharyngeusNasalization, nasalence

Conditions of the Velum: Low, Mid, HighTongue BodyTongue TipTongue BladeTongue DorsumTongue RootConditions of the Tongue: Low, Mid,

High, CompressEpilarynxTwangSinger’s formant Conditions of the Aryepiglottic Sphincter:

Wide, NarrowTemporo-Mandibular Joint Dysfunction

(TMJ)Conditions of the Jaw: Forward, Mid,

Back, DropConditions of the Lips: Protrude, Mid,

SpreadSternocleidomastoidConditions of Head and Neck: Relax,

AnchorPectoralis MajorQuadratus LumborumLatissimus DorsiSupportConditions of the Torso: Relax, AnchorAll Level Two Voice Qualities:

(physiology/recipe, acoustics, perception, risks, limitations, applications)

c. Spectrogram: The CMT applicant should be prepared to identify the following features of the spectrogram display in Estill Voiceprint Plus:

TimeHarmonics, overtonesWaveformOnset and offset of the tone

Fundamental frequencyFormantsIntensity levels/volume displayNoise versus tone

d. Common Problems: During the Phase One written examination, the CMT applicant will hear a series of sound samples that include common speech and singing problems. The candidate will be asked to identify the problem and one Figure that might alleviate the problem. Listed here are some examples of common problems, although others may appear on the examination. The CMT applicant should understand that there is often more than one Figure solution for a given problem. It is recommended that the CMT applicant use


this list as a guide and prepare several Figure solutions for each problem, working through the physiological rationales for each choice.

High range limitedFlattingUnwanted voice “breaks”Low notes weak High notes weakVoice too soft overallNo vibratoExcessive vibrato

Tone makes listener uncomfortableBreathy toneHypernasal resonanceExcessively bright toneVowels/consonants indistinctToo loud in the high rangeExcessively dark toneVoice unstable entering high range

2. Estill Voiceprint Plus Examinationa. General Instructions: This is the protocol that is used during the CMT Phase One

Examination. The CMT applicant is required to purchase Estill Voiceprint Plus in order to practice for this segment of the examination. The CMT applicant must select one of the following one-octave ranges: A-A, C-C, or E-E for use during the Voiceprint exam. The selected octave must be used for the entire Voiceprint examination. Song selections may be performed in any key.

b. CMT Protocol

File Voiceprint Label Fo Done1 Initial Siren (on ŋ) to determine range

False Vocal Fold Control2 Mid→ Constrict→ Mid→ Retract: i || a || u L:3 Mid→ Constrict→ Mid→ Retract: i || a || u H:

True Vocal Fold Onsets/Offsets

4 Glottal: i || a || uL:

H:

5 Aspirate-abrupt: i || a || uL:

H:

6 Aspirate-gradual: i || a || uL:

H:

7 Smooth: i || a || uL:

H:True Vocal Fold Body/Cover

8 Thick→Stiff→Thin: i || a || u L:9 Thick→Stiff→Thin: i || a || u H:

10 Thick→Slack: i || a || u MCP:Thyroid Cartilage

11 Vertical→Tilt: i || a || u L:12 Vertical→Tilt:: i || a || u H:


Cricoid Cartilage 13 Vertical || Tilt: i || a || u L:14 Vertical || Tilt: i || a || u H:

Larynx Height15 Mid→ High→ Mid→ Low: i || a || u L:16 Mid→ High→ Mid→ Low: i || a || u H:

AES

17 Wide→ Narrow AES, Nasal: ĩ || ã || ũL:

H:18 Narrow AES, Nasal→Oral:: ĩ→i || ã → a || ũ→u

L:

H:Velum

19Low→Mid→High→Mid→Low: ŋ → ĩ → i→ ĩ → ŋ(abrupt change)

L:

H:

20Low→Mid→High→Mid→Low: ŋ → ã → a → ã→ ŋ(abrupt change)

L:

H:

21Low→Mid→High→Mid→Low: ŋ → ũ → u→ ũ → ŋ(abrupt change)

L:

H:

22Low→Mid→High→Mid→Low: ŋ → ĩ → i→ ĩ → ŋ(gradual change)

L:

H:

23Low→Mid→High→Mid→Low: ŋ → ã → a → ã→ ŋ(gradual change)

L:

H:

24Low→Mid→High→Mid→Low: ŋ → ũ → u→ ũ → ŋ(gradual change)

L:

H:Tongue

25 High || Mid || Low || Compressed: i || a || u L:26 High || Mid || Low || Compressed: i || a || u H:

Lips27 Protrude || Mid || Spread: i || a || u L:28 Protrude || Mid || Spread: i || a || u H:

Jaw29 Forward || Mid || Back || Dropped: i || a || u L:30 Forward || Mid || Back || Dropped: i || a || u H:

Head & Neck31 Relaxed → Anchored: i || a || u L:32 Relaxed → Anchored: i || a || u H:

Torso33 Relaxed → Anchored: i || a || u L:34 Relaxed → Anchored: i || a || u H:

7-Part Figure

35 ŋ → nasal vowels → nasal twang → oral twang → anchor → low larynx → compress tongue L:

36 ŋ → nasal vowels → nasal twang → oral twang → anchor → low larynx → compress tongue H:

Speech37 i→ a→ u on each step of a Major scale, one octave Range:


38 Sing “Happy Birthday” Range:39 30 second song excerpt Range:

Falsetto40 i→ a→ u on each step of a Major scale, one octave Range:41 Sing “Happy Birthday” Range:42 30 second song excerpt Range:

Sob43 i→ a→ u on each step of a Major scale, one octave Range:44 Sing “Happy Birthday” Range:45 30 second song excerpt Range:

Nasal Twang 46 i→ a→ u on each step of a Major scale, one octave Range:47 Sing “Happy Birthday” Range:48 30 second song excerpt Range:

Oral Twang49 i→ a→ u on each step of a Major scale, one octave Range:50 Sing “Happy Birthday” Range:51 30 second song excerpt Range:

Opera 52 i→ a→ u on each step of a Major scale, one octave Range:53 Sing “Happy Birthday” Range:54 30 second song excerpt (applicant’s choice) Range:

Belting55 i→ a→ u on each step of a Major scale, one octave Range:56 Sing “Happy Birthday” Range:57 30 second song excerpt Range:

Computer Testing Protocol: Key To Symbols

L = low pitch M = mid pitch H = high pitch → = continue without a break ll = put a break between tasks MCP = most comfortable pitch ~(over vowel) = nasalized


3. Preparation for Phase Two Observations a. Teaching Skills: The CMT-Candidate will be observed teaching each of the concepts,

Figures and Qualities from EVT Level One (Figures for Voice Control) and Level Two (Figure Combinations for Six Voice Qualities) courses. In order to prepare for this, the following suggestions are offered:

• Practice demonstration of the Figures and Qualities to assure that models are adequate

• Study the Course Instructor’s Manual (suggested)• Observe other Interns during practice sessions• Practice for group and individual Figure coaching with others preparing

for certification• Pre-plan for questions that might be asked during the observation

session • Pre-plan for possible problems that might arise with regard to individual

practice (e.g. isolation of structures, constriction) and possible solutions to these problems

b. Integration of Estill Voiceprint Plus: The CMT-Candidate will be observed integrating Estill Voiceprint Plus into his or her teaching. The CMT-C should be prepared to answer student questions about the Estill Voiceprint Plus displays. These questions will likely be both general in terms of components of the display and specific in terms of specific visual cues associated with practice of structural changes within each Compulsory Figure. The following list is a general guide:

• Smooth versus a choppy Siren• Visible distinctions between Onsets/Offsets • Effects of FVF Constriction/Retraction• Conditions which introduce/reduce interharmonic noise• Formant changes with Larynx, Lip, Tongue and Jaw Control• High frequency resonance changes with Velum and Aryepiglottic

Sphincter Control• Visible effects of Head & Neck and Torso Anchoring


C. Certified Course Instructor

1. Phase One Examinationsa. General Remarks: EVI expects that individuals applying to become a CCI will have a degree

in either speech or music or equivalent personal studies in the following areas: anatomy and physiology, speech and hearing science, voice disorders, music theory, vocal pedagogy, music notation and music terminology, and aural skills. The CCI exam includes questions from the fields of speech and music as well as Jo Estill’s presentations and publications. Certified Course Instructors should be able to field complex questions regarding acoustics, speech science, anatomy and physiology, and vocal health and voice disorders; therefore, the CCI written and oral examinations include advanced anatomy and physiology of the laryngeal, respiratory and pharyngeal mechanism, complex acoustics including advanced spectrogram and power spectrum interpretation, basic speech science concepts, and development and research underlying Estill Voice Training. A list of suggested references is provided at the end of this section, and candidates will be given an opportunity to purchase articles and presentations by Jo Estill when they register their intent to pursue certification at this level. Applicants should also be prepared to write and speak clearly regarding the Estill Voice Model and its relationship to other pedagogical approaches and specific applications when singing or speaking in different styles.

b. Anatomy & Physiology: Examinees should prepare to identify and discuss the following terms and concepts that may arise during presentation of an EVT course to the public.

Power, Source, FilterVoice qualityDynamical Systems TheoryAttractor StateCraft, Artistry, Performance MagicKinesthetic PerceptionMagnitude EstimationMagnitude ProductionGuidelines for monitoring effortRelaxation maneuversRules for monitoring effort in

vocalizationSpectrogramMost comfortable vocal effortInnervation of the larynxVoluntary/Involuntary breathingThoracic Cavity & organsRibsIntercostal musclesAbdominal cavity & organsTrachea & Bronchi

LungsDiaphragmPrimary/Secondary muscles of

respirationLung volumes (e.g. Total, Vital,

Residual, etc.)Relaxation Pressure CurveFalse Vocal FoldsTrue Vocal FoldsEpiglottisThree Levels of Laryngeal ClosureResting Expiratory Level (REL)Recoil breathInternational Phonetic AlphabetPitchCycles per secondFrequencyFundamental FrequencyVowel FormantsSinger’s FormantThyroarytenoid


CricothyroidIntrinsic laryngeal muscles (all)Extrinsic laryngeal muscles (all)Pyriform SinusVallecula/aeCartilaginous GlottisMusculomembranous GlottisThyroid cartilageCricoid cartilageArytenoid cartilagesCuneiform CartilageCorniculate CartilageAryepiglottic fold/sphincterComponents of vocal fold “body”Components of vocal fold “cover”Vocalis Vocal fold onset/offset

conditions: Glottal, Aspirate, Smooth

Thoracic FixationConditions of the false vocal folds:

Constrict, Mid, RetractTriggers for false vocal fold

constrictionTriggers for retractionBernoulli PrincipleSubglottal air pressureSuperficial, intermediate, and deep

layers of lamina propriaEpitheliumMucosal waveConditions of True Vocal Folds:

Body-Cover: Slack, Thick, Thin, Stiff

Cricothyroid spaceCricothyroid jointGeniohyoidDigastricStylohyoidMiddle pharyngeal constrictorThyrohyoidInferior pharyngeal constrictorSternothyroidConditions of the Thyroid Cartilage:

Vertical, Tilt

IPA symbol for “ng”Estill recipe for SirenCricopharyngeusConditions of the Cricoid Cartilage:

Vertical, TiltSternohyoidOmohyoidPharyngeal constrictorsConditions of the larynx: Low, Mid,

HighSoft palate, velumVelopharyngeal portNasality, nasal resonanceOral resonanceLevator veli palatineTensor Veli PalatiniPalatoglossusPalatopharyngeusNasalization, nasalenceConditions of the velum: Low, Mid,

High LongitudinalTransverseVerticalGenioglossusStyloglossusHyoglossusTongue BodyTongue TipTongue BladeTongue DorsumTongue RootConditions of the Tongue: Low, Mid,

High, CompressTransverse interarytenoid Oblique InterarytenoidsEpilarynxTwangConditions of the Aryepiglottic

Sphincter: Wide, NarrowPterygoidsTemporalisMasseterStylohyoid ligamentPterygomandibular ligament


Temporo-Mandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJ)

Conditions of the Jaw: Forward, Mid, Back, Drop

Obicularis OrisRisoriusZygomaticus MinorZygomaticus MajorConditions of the Lips: Protrude,

Mid, SpreadSternocleidomastoidConditions of Head and Neck: Relax,

AnchorPectoralis MajorQuadratus Lumborum

Latissiums DorsiTonsils (lingual, palatine)AdenoidsSupportConditions of the Torso: Relax,

AnchorLevel Two Voice Qualities:

(physiology/recipe, acoustics, perception, risks, limitations, applications)

Eustacian tubeFaucial pillarsFrenulumVentricles of Morgagni

2. Phase Two Observationsa. General Remarks: The candidate for CCI will be observed presenting Level One (Figures

for Voice Control) and Level Two (Figure Combinations for Six Voice Qualities) while running the computer slide presentation, course videos, and Estill Voiceprint Plus. The candidate will be provided with access to download a grayscale version of the computer slide presentation once he or she passes Phase One and registers as a CCI-Candidate. It is recommended that the CCI-Candidate be familiar with the use of LCD projectors and computer slide presentations. The following suggestions are offered:

• Study the computer slide presentation and be familiar with the mechanics of the computer presentation (ie., how to advance the slides, how to shift from the slide show to Estill Voiceprint Plus)

• Study the Course Instructor’s Manual • Observe CCIs during courses • Establish a time frame for teaching each segment• Plan for questions that might be asked during the session • Study texts from the reference list at the end of this section• Watch a video of yourself teaching in order to self-evaluate • Practice teaching in front of friends and colleagues and ask for

constructive feedback


D. Suggested References

The following references may be of benefit in preparation for the CMT and/or CCI examination. This list is provided to serve as a guide, not as required reading.

Baken RJ, & Orlikoff RF. Clinical Measurement of Speech and Voice. Second Ed. San Diego, CA: Singular Publishing Group, 2000.

Benward B, Carr M, Kolosick J. Introduction to Sight Singing and Ear Training. New York: McGraw-Hill Publishing, 1992.

Brown, Oren L. Discover Your Voice. Singular Publishing Group, 1996.

Bunch M. Dynamics of the Singing Voice. New York: Springer-Verlag/Wien, 1997.

Chapman J, Rubin J. Singing and Teaching Singing: A Holistic Approach to Classical Voice. San Diego, CA: Plural Publishing, 2006.

Doscher B. The Functional Unity of the Singing Voice. Second ed. Lanham, MD: Scarecrow Press, 1994.

Gray H. Anatomy, Descriptive and Surgical, 1901 Edition. Philadelphia, PA: Running Press, 1974.

Kent RD, Reed C. The Acoustic Analysis of Speech. San Diego, CA: Singular Publishing, 1992.

Kent RD, Reed C. Speech Science. San Diego, CA: Singular Publishing Group, 1992.

Kosta S, Payne D. Tonal Harmony. New York: McGraw-Hill Publishing, 2000.

Ladefoged P. Three Areas of Experimental Phonetics. London: Oxford University Press, 1967.

Nair G. Voice Tradition and Technology: A State of the Art Studio. San Diego, CA: Singular Publishing, 1999.

Netter FH. Atlas of Human Anatomy. Second Edition. East Hanover, NJ: Novartis, 1997.

Obert K, Chicurel S. Geography of the Voice: Anatomy of an Adam’s Apple. Pittsburgh, PA: Think Voice International, 2005.

Stemple J, Glaze L, Gerdeman-Klaben B. Clinical Voice Pathology: Theory and Management. Third ed. San Diego, CA: Singular Publishing, 2003.

Titze I. The Principles of Voice Production. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice Hall, 1994.

Turek R. Theory for Today’s Musicians. New York: McGraw-Hill Publishing, 2004.

Vennard W. Singing: The Mechanism and the Technic. New York: Carl Fischer, 1967.

Ware C. Basics of Vocal Pedagogy. New York: McGraw-Hill Publishing, 1998.

Zemlin W. Speech and Hearing Science: Anatomy and Physiology. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice Hall, 1988.

57V. CERTIFICATION PROCESS FORMS

V. CERTIFICATION PROCESS FORMS

A. EVI Contact & Update Form

1. PurposeThis is a general-purpose form to be used for updating EVI regarding changes in an individual’s certification status or contact information when access to the EVT Representative Extranet is not available. This form can be downloaded and completed as a Word doc to be attached and emailed to [email protected]. EVI must be notified each time the following steps in the certification process are successfully completed: CFP Examination, CMT Phase One Examinations, CMT Phase Two Observations, CCI Phase One Examinations, and CCI Phase Two Observations.

2. ContentThis form can be downloaded from the EVT Representative Extranet at www.EstillVoice.com. The version here is provided for reference.

58 V. CERTIFICATION PROCESS FORMS

EVI Contact & Update FormEstill Voice InternationalAttn: Certification Director55 Standish BoulevardPittsburgh, PA [email protected]

This form is used when individuals change certification status. address, or contactinformation. If the individual has access to the EVT Rep Extranet, this form is not required.

Change of Certification StatusCertificate Status:

____ I have just qualified for a Certificate of Figure Proficiency____ I have just qualified as a Certified Master Teacher-Candidate____ I am a new Certified Master Teacher____ I have just qualified as a Certified Course Instructor-Candidate____ I am a new Certified Course Instructor____ I am already a Certified Course Instructor, and have just earned the following

modifier: ___ Service Distinction ___ Testing Privileges CFP, CMT, and CCI status will automatically be posted when permission to post name is granted

Change of Information____ I am completing this form to update my information, not to change

certification status.

Contact Information Include on Website?First Name: ____ Yes ____ NoMiddle Name/Initial: ____ Yes ____ NoLast Name: ____ Yes ____ NoCredentials: ____ Yes ____ NoJob Title ____ Yes ____ NoInstitutional Affiliation/s:

______________________________________________________________________________________

____ Yes ____ No

Date of Birth/Age: (will NOT be posted)Billing & Contact Address

Line 1:Line 2:City:Region/State/Province:Postal Code:Continent:Country:

Web-Posting Address Same as above? ___Yes


___ No, please use the address provided below:Line 1:Line 2:City:State/Province:Postal Code:Continent:Country:

Email address/es: ____ Yes ____ No

Personal Website address: ____ Yes ____ No

Phone Numbers (include country code):Home:Work:Mobile:Fax:

____ Yes ____ No____ Yes ____ No____ Yes ____ No____ Yes ____ No

Month and Year of Certification/s:

Examining CCI-TP:

Biographical Information(Please type or print your biography in this space. 150 words for CMT/300 words for CCI. If your biography is already posted and requires no edits, write “keep current bio”)

Will automatically be posted when text is provided.

If you are eligible to have a photo included with your biography, please email a digital file with the following parameters: 400 x 600 pixels.

This form can be submitted to the Certification Director via an email attachment sent [email protected]. Scans are accepted. If completing this form by hand, please print legibly.


B. Certification Letter of Agreement

CertificationLetter of Agreement

Estill Voice International (“EVI”) is providing you with an opportunity to use Estill Voice Training™ for teaching as a Certificate of Figure Proficiency recipient (CFP); Certified Master Teacher (CMT); Certified Course Instructor (CCI)

as defined in the EVI Certification Manual, 4.0.

The information and materials including but not limited to books, papers, pamphlets, notes, video and audio tapes, visuals, knowledge, experience and expertise that comprise Estill Voice Training™ are copyrighted and proprietary.

As a condition of the use of Estill Voice Training (EVT)™ and as an EVT representative, your signature below indicates your binding agreement and acknowledgement that (i) EVT™ is the sole and exclusive property of EVI and you are not acquiring any property rights to EVT™; (ii) copyright restrictions will apply to all EVI materials and you will not reproduce any document or other material constituting a part of EVT™ without the express written consent of EVI; (iii) you may only list your past and current certification level in teaching qualifications, advertising, and promotional materials, (iv) you will not conduct any seminar, meeting, class or instructional gathering using any part of EVT™ outside the scope of your current certification level, (v) you will remain up-to-date with changes in EVT™ and other operational requirements as defined in subsequent versions of the Estill Voice International Certification Manual.

This agreement applies to the certification level indicated above as well as all subsequent levels and / or designations that may be achieved.

Your signature below further indicates that you have read and agree to these terms, the scope, definitions and requirements as outlined in the Estill Voice Training Certification Manual,Version 4.0, and the EVI Code of Ethics contained therein.

________________________________ ________________________________Estill Representative Name (please print) Examiner Name (Witness – please print)

________________________________ ________________________________Estill Representative Signature Examiner Signature

______________Date


C. CFP Process Checklist

□ Complete the Level One: Compulsory Figures for Voice Control curriculum

□ Complete the Level Two: Figure Combinations for Six Voice Qualities curriculum

□ Practice the CFP Voiceprint Protocol until prepared to succeed in demonstrations under testing conditions

□ Contact a CCI to arrange time and location of the CFP Exam

□ Register for tesing on www.EstillVoice.com

□Make copies of Course Attendance certificates (or letter/s from EVT Representative verifying completion of Level One and Two Curricula in academic/private teaching setting) to present prior to testing

□ Pass the Basic Options for Voice Control Exam (Estill Voiceprint Protocol)

□Complete Post-Examination Procedures with the examining CCI: Register successful completion of CFP on the EVT Rep Extranet Review, sign, and submit the Certification Letter of Agreement Remit the CFP Certification Fee

□ Receive Certificate from CCI


D. Certified Master Teacher Forms

1. CMT Checklist

□ Earn CFP

□ Attend EVI-approved Level One and Two EVT Courses

□ Study EVT Level One and Level Two Course Workbooks (refer to Study Guides for depth and scope of questions at this level)

□ Purchase Estill Voiceprint Plus

□ Practice the Estill Voiceprint Plus CMT Protocol (with coaching, as needed)

□ Contact a CCI-TP to arrange time and location of the CMT Phase One Exam

□ Register for CMT Testing on www.EstillVoice.com

□ Copy Course Attendance Certificates to present at time of Testing.

□ Pass the CMT Written and Voiceprint Examination

□Complete Post-Examination Procedures with the CCI-TP:

Complete & submit the EVI Contact & Update Form registering CMT-Candidate Status, or upgrade status through EVT Rep Extranet account

□ Download “CMT Observation Packet” from EVT Rep Extranet.Contains Forms CMT-Candidate will carry throughout Phase Two process

□

Prepare to teach EVT concepts,Figures and Qualities in 1:1 and small group practice settings (observe CMTs and CCIs in private studios, participate in Workshops, practice groups)

CMT-Candidates are eligible to purchase the EVT Course Instruction Manual (not a requirement for certification)

□ Contact a CCI and begin observations (as Course Intern or in a private setting)

□ Pass teaching observation of all EVT concepts, Figures and Qualities (must have appropriate observation paperwork and forms)

□Complete Post-Observation CMT Procedures with the final observing CCI:

Register completion of CMT requirements on EVT Rep ExtranetSign & submit the Certification Letter of AgreementRemit the CMT Annual Fee (pro-rated after March 1st)

□ Receive CMT Certificate and access to EVT Representative Intranet


2. CMT Observation Packet

CMT Observation Packet

This Observation Packet contains guidelines and forms for fulfillment

of the teaching observation requirements toward certification as a

Certified Master Teacher of Estill Voice Training as set forth by Estill

Voice International.


OBSERVATION & RATINGS GUIDELINES

CMT-Candidates will be observed teaching 1:1 or in small group settings. Performance of each Teaching Element will be rated in accordance with Evaluation Parameters below. Supervising CCIs will complete session Feed-Back Forms and Ratings Summaries for each observation experience. Successful teaching demonstrations will be recorded on the Tracking Form and its attached Signature Sheet.

Elements

Figure/Quality OverviewConcise review and modeling of content,* physiology, acoustics, and perceptual correlates by Intern.

Group PracticeParticipants demonstrate key content elements.

Individual PracticeParticipant demonstrates key content elements.

* content = Compulsory Figure for Voice, Voice Quality, with reinforcement of course concepts such as Effort Monitoring, Attractor States, Risks, Benefits, etc.

Evaluation Parameters

AccuracyBasics of anatomy & physiology conveyed.Acoustic concepts discussed and demonstrated on Voiceprint.Modeling provides clear perceptual cues.

ConnectionCreative transfer of content incorporating intern's personal experience.Participant-focused problem solving.Creative integration of the Estill Voice Model.

EffectivenessEase with group leadership.Creates safe environment for experimentationListening, judging, and coaching productive and timely.

Notes Supervising CCI observations.

CommentsSummary of session strength(s) and weakness(es)

(Observation Rating and Tracking Forms are attached)


OBSERVATION FEED-BACK for CMT CandidateCandidate:__________________________ Supervising CCI: ____________________________Course: ________________________________ Date(s): _________________________

Observation #___ Content Taught:_______________________________

Accuracy Connection EffectivenessFigure or Quality Review/Presentation

Group/Course DynamicsIndividual/Group Coaching

Notes:

Comments:

Key: − = below expectations; √ = meets expectations; + = exceeds expectations




Notes:

Comments:



RATING SUMMARY for CMT-C (please circle)Observation/s on __________________

(date/s)

To fulfill the Teaching Observation Requirement for certification, CMT Candidates must demonstrate teaching competency for every component listed below. Ratings indicate assessment of competencies observed in this course/observation session only. Retain copies of this completed form, and have Supervising CCI record and sign the Tracking Form and Signature Sheet that must travel with the Candidate to each observation experience.

Key: √ = Prepared to teach this content to individuals and small groups independently# = Work on this content prior to next internship experience

Content Rating Content Rating

(LEVEL ONE) AES

Attractor States Jaw

Effort Lips

Power (Breath) Head & Neck

Pitch Torso

TVF Onset/Offset (LEVEL TWO)

FVF Speech

TVF Body-Cover Falsetto

Thyroid Cartilage Vocal Fold Plane

The Siren Sob/Cry

Cricoid Cartilage Nasal Twang

Larynx Oral Twang

Velum Opera

Tongue Belting

Candidate Teaching Observation Evaluation Summary:

___ Proceed to next Intern/Assistant experience - all competencies observed met expectations.___ Proceed to next Intern/Assistant experience following work on content marked “#” above.

Additional Comments:

My Supervising CCI has reviewed this report with me. _______________________________ ________________________________CMT-Candidate Signature Supervising CCI Signature


TRACKING SHEET for TEACHING COMPETENCIES ACHIEVED Page OneCERTIFIED MASTER TEACHER - Phase Two Observations

CMT-Candidate (Intern) Name: ________________________________

CCI initials & dates indicate that the Intern has been observed teaching the specific concepts and exercises identified in Practice Sessions and/or Lessons and that the CCI deems the CMT-Candidate competent to teach this content to individuals and small groups independently.

CMT-Candidates should carry this Tracking Sheet to each observation experience.

Content Initials & Date

Initials & Date

Initials & Date

Initials &Date

Attractor StatesEffortPower (Breath)PitchTVF Onset/OffsetFVFTVF Body-CoverThyroid CartilageThe SirenCricoid CartilageLarynx VelumTongueAESJawLipsHead & NeckTorsoSpeechFalsettoVocal Fold PlaneSob/CryNasal Twang Oral TwangOperaBelting


SIGNATURE SHEET for CMT-C OBSERVATION EXPERIENCES Page TwoCERTIFIED MASTER TEACHER - Phase Two Observations

CMT-Candidate (Intern) Name: _________________________________

The courses at which the CMT-Candidate served as an Intern and/or dates of studio observations should be listed below, together with the signature and initials of the CCIs observing each teaching session.

CMT-Candidates should carry this Tracking Sheet with them to each observation experience.

Title of Course Location & Dates CCI Signature CCI

Initials


E. Certified Course Instructor Forms

1. CCI Checklist

□ Earn the CMT Certificate

□Find CCI-TP Mentor and Register for Testing in advance on EVT Rep Extranet. Upon registration, EVI will provide the CMT preparing for CCI the opportunity to purchase a representative sample of Jo Estill’s publications in public domain for cost of duplication and shipping

□

Study for CCI Written and Oral examinations (see CCI discussions & Study Guide):

Take courses and/or do extensive independent readingPurchase and study the EVT Level One and Two Course Instruction

Manual (must have been purchased by this time)

□ Contact a CCI-TP designated by EVI as qualified to test at this level to arrange time and location of the CCI Phase One Examinations

□ Pass the CCI Written and Oral Examination

□Complete Post-Examination Procedures with the CCI-TP:

Complete & submit the EVI Contact & Update Form registering CCI-Candidate Status or upgrade status through EVT Rep Extranet

□ Download “Course Assistant Observation Packet” from EVT Rep ExtranetContains Forms CCI-Candidate will carry throughout Phase Two process

□

Prepare to present Level One and Level Two (see CCI Discussions & Study Guide):

Includes mastery of presentation technology (grayscale presentation slides will be provided by EVI once Phase One Testing is successfully concluded) as well as public speaking, demonstrations, etc.

□ Contact more than one CCI to arrange to Course Assist on at least three Level One and three Level Two Courses (Present at Mentor’s course first)

□Pass presentation observation of all EVT concepts, Figures and Qualities (must have appropriate observation paperwork and forms, having Assisted at at least 3 Level One and 3 Level Two courses)

□

Complete Post-Observation CCI Procedures with the final observing CCI:Report successful completion of CCI Requirement through EVT Rep

ExtranetSign & submit the Certification Letter of AgreementRemit the CCI Annual Fee (pro-rated after March 1st)

□ Receive CCI Certificate, Download color Course Presentation files and other admin documents from the EVT Representative Extranet.


2. Course Assistant Observation Packet

Course Assistant Observation Packet

This Observation Packet contains guidelines and forms need to complete the

presentation observation requirements toward certification as a Certified Course

Instructor of Estill Voice Training as set forth by Estill Voice International.


OBSERVATION & RATINGS GUIDELINES

Course Assistants will be observed throughout each course experience. Ease in interacting with course participants and specific performance in course presentation Elements will be rated in accordance with Evaluation Parameters below. Supervising CCIs will complete session Feed-Back Forms and Ratings Summaries for each observation experience. Successful presentation demonstrations will be recorded on the Tracking Form and its attached Signature Sheet.

Elements

Figure/Quality PresentationConcise presentation and modeling of content,* physiology, acoustics, and perceptual correlates by Course Assistant. Confident use of presentation technology, with integration of Estill Voiceprint, Video, and Audio samples and demonstrations.

Course DynamicsCourse Assistant creates a positive learning environment. Participants willingly engage in group activities. Questions are handled with respect and answered/deferred as appropriate withinscheduling constraints.

Group Practice & Individual CoachingCourse Assistant provides sufficient opportunity for experiential learning in context of presentation, with accurate and encouraging feedback. Course Assistant provides accurate and encouraging feedback in context of individual practice within lecture-presentations and Open Coaching sessions.

*content = Figure for Voice, Voice Quality, with reinforcement of course concepts such as Effort Monitoring, Attractor States, Risks, Benefits, etc.

Evaluation Parameters

AccuracyCore concepts of anatomy & physiology conveyed.Acoustic concepts discussed and demonstrated on Voiceprint.Modeling provided with clear perceptual cues.Complex questions answered for all levels of expertise.

ConnectionCreative transfer of content incorporating Course Assistant's personal experience.Group-focused problem solving.Creative integration of the Estill Voice Model.

EffectivenessEase with presentation to large and knowledgeable groups.Creates safe environment for learning and experimentation.Manages time productively.

Notes Supervising CCI observations.

CommentsSummary of session strength(s) and weakness(es)

(Presentation Observation Forms are attached to this document)


OBSERVATION FEED-BACK for CCI Candidate Candidate:__________________________ Supervising CCI: ____________________________Course: ________________________________ Date(s): _________________________Course Experience Number: _______




Notes:

Comments:


Course Observation #___ Content Taught:_______________________________



Notes:

Comments:



RATING SUMMARY for CCI-C (please circle)Observation/s on __________________

(date/s)

To fulfill the Presentation Observation Requirement for certification, CCI Candidates must demonstrate teaching/presentation competency for every component listed below. Ratings indicate assessment of competencies observed in this course only. Both the CCI and the CCI-C should retaincopies of this completed form. The Supervising CCI should also record and sign the Tracking Form and Signature Sheet that must travel with the Candidate to each observation experience.

Key: √ = Prepared to teach this content to individuals and small groups independently# = Work on this content prior to next internship experience

Content Rating Content Rating

(LEVEL ONE) AES

Attractor States Jaw

Effort Lips

Power (Breath) Head & Neck

Pitch Torso

TVF Onset/Offset (LEVEL TWO)

FVF Speech

TVF Body-Cover Falsetto

Thyroid Cartilage Vocal Fold Plane

The Siren Sob/Cry

Cricoid Cartilage Nasal Twang

Larynx Oral Twang

Velum Opera

Tongue Belting

Candidate Presentation Observation Evaluation Summary:

___ Proceed to next Course Assistant experience - all competencies observed met expectations.___ Proceed to next Course Assistant experience following work on content marked “#” above.

Additional Comments:

My Supervising CCI has reviewed this report with me. _______________________________ ________________________________CMT-Candidate Signature Supervising CCI Signature


Page OneTRACKING SHEET for PRESENTATION COMPETENCIES ACHIEVEDCERTIFIED COURSE INSTRUCTOR - Phase Two Testing

CCI-Candidate (Course Assistant) Name: _________________________

CCI Initials indicate that the CCI-Candidate has been observed presenting the specific concepts and course components identified and that the CCI deems the Course Assistant competent to teach this content in EVI Courses independently.

CCI-Candidates should carry this Tracking Sheet to each Course Assistant observation experience.

Content Initials & Date

Initials & Date

Initials & Date

Initials & Date

Attractor StatesEffortPower (Breath)PitchTVF Onset/OffsetFVFTVF Body-CoverThyroid CartilageThe SirenCricoid CartilageLarynx VelumTongueAESJawLipsHead & NeckTorsoSpeechFalsettoVocal Fold PlaneSob/CryNasalized Twang Oral TwangOperaBelting


Page TwoSIGNATURE SHEET COURSE ASSISTANT OBSERVATION EXPERIENCES

CCI Candidate (Course Assistant) Name: __________________________

The Courses at which the CCI-Candidate serves as Course Assistant should be listed below, together with the signature and initials of the CCI/s observing each Course Assistant experience.

CCI-Candidates should carry this Tracking Sheet to each Course Assistant experience.

Title of Course Location & Dates CCI Signature CCI

Initials

77VI. COURSE ADMINISTRATION FORMS

VI. COURSE ADMINISTRATION FORMS

This section contains samples of the forms which should be used by CCIs in production and administration of EVI-approved courses. All of these forms are available to CCIs on the EVT Representative Intranet. Many of the reporting forms required by EVI can be submitted electronically.

A. Checklist Guide for Course Production & Administration

To be used by Course Directors (CD) and Certified Course Instructor (CCI)

At least 3 MONTHS prior to Course:

CD CCI

□ Secure Certified Course Instructor, draw up and sign Contract (see sample on following pages, template files available from EVI)

□ Submit course Title, Dates, and Venue to EVI Course Manager for Approval and assignment of Course Number

□ Provide EVI with all information required for website posting

□ Create Budget (see sample on following pages, Excel template available from EVI)

□ Reserve Venue – Large room with desks/table, Practice Rooms for Small Groups

□ Secure Participant Lodging—Blocks of hotel rooms, hostels, dorms…

□ Arrange Travel, Lodging & Meals for CCI

□ Apply for Professional Continuing Education Credit, if applicable (e.g. $275 fee to ASHA, processed through EVI)

□ Plan Advertising Campaign – Trade Magazine, Newspaper, Radio, Flyers, Brochures, apply for joint marketing funds from EVI

□ Create Brochure/Flyer

□ Secure Mailing/E-mailing Lists (purchase independently &/or check with EVI)

□ Plan Registration & Accounting Process – create spreadsheet for names, contact information, receipt of fees, deposits, payment of expenses, etc.

□Create plan and templates for pre-course communications: confirm registration, fees received/due, directions, reminders to bring music/monologues for Open Sessions or other activities specific to course

78 VI. COURSE ADMINISTRATION FORMS

Approximately 1 MONTH prior to Course:

CD CCI

□ Place Final Book Order with EVI

□ Purchase Folders

□Provide CD with EVI Forms (EVI Notification Form, Course Evaluation) and other materials to be duplicated for participant folders: Course Schedule, Song Sheets, Bio Notes, etc.

□Organize additional materials for participant folders: promotional materials from sponsoring organization, Chamber of Commerce Brochures, directions to local restaurants (menus, as available)

□ Reserve Piano

□ Reserve Data Projector (if CCI is not providing)

□ Reserve Sound System if needed

□ Hire Accompanist for Open Sessions

□ Reserve/Arrange Food & Beverages for Breaks

□ Plan one common dinner or outing (optional)

During WEEK prior to Course:

CD CCI

□ Draft Course Roster (see sample on following pages, Excel template available from EVI)

□ Draft Course Certificates

□ Print Name Tags

□ Duplicate EVI Forms, Course Schedule, Handouts, and Assemble Folders

□ Draft Participant Contact Sheet (for later distribution to participants)

□ Purchase foods & beverages for breaks


DURING CourseCD CCI

□ Collect signed EVI Notification Forms, and make 1 set of copies

□ Prepare final version of Course Roster

□ Edit Participant Contact Sheet in accordance with permission and preferences of each person listed, Print, and Distribute

□ Print and Sign Course Attendance Certificates

□ Collect Course Evaluation Forms, and make 1 set of copies

□ Distribute Course Attendance Certificates

FOLLOWING course:CD CCI

□ Give CCI EVI Notification Forms and Course Evaluations, originals & copies

□ Send EVI one set of Notification Forms and Course Evaluations (retaining the other for CCI records)

□ Send EVI both hard copy and electronic versions of the final Course Roster

□ Send Attendance Certificates to participants who left early


B. Sample Course Budget

Prices and expense categories will vary from event to event.This form is available to CCIs on the EVI Intranet, in Excel Spreadsheet format

Unit Unit Price

Unit Total Comment

RevenueAttendance

SponsorsTotal

CostsLevel One BooksLevel Two Books

CCI Teaching FeeCCI Travel/Expenses

AccompanistAdvertising Brochures

Ads in PrintPostage

Food for BreaksSupplies

Misc.Total

Total RevenueTotal CostsFinal Profit


C. Course Approval/Website Posting Request

Please go to the EVT Representative Extranet and complete the Course Posting Form.Be prepared with the following information:

Contact InformationContact Name*Contact Phone*Contact Email

Location InformationAddress 1*Address 2City*Region*Postal Code*Country*

Course InformationListing Name*Listing Type*Level*Start Date* - -End Date* - -Times*CostVenue*Language*Instructor 1*Instructor 2Instructor 3Description


D. Sample Course Attendance Form


E. Sample Registration Agreement Form

EVI does not share any information with anyone outside the company unless prior approval has been granted. All additional, applicable privacy rules and regulations are available upon request. All concepts, terms and images related to the Estill Voice Model and Estill Voice Training are owned and managed by Estill Voice International, LLC (USA)

EVI REGISTRATION AGREEMENT EVI20121008

REGISTRATION AGREEMENT

Estill Voice International (“EVI”) is providing you with an opportunity to learn and use Estill Voice TrainingTM

(EVT) including the Figures for VoiceTM. We are confident that you will find EVT useful in your speaking andsinging. When you register for an EVT course or workshop, you agree to follow the principles outlined below, designed to protect the integrity of your voice as well as this extraordinary work.

Regarding Vocal Health:The exercises presented in this course are deemed safe for the voice when done correctly and with supervision. Taking an exercise out of its context within the whole of Estill Voice TrainingTM could place your voice at risk. It is EVI's mission to promote vocal health; however, we make no claims nor guarantees. You are solely responsiblefor the health of your voice. Consistent with starting any physical training program, you should: 1) Seek the advice of a doctor such as a Laryngologist (an Ear-Nose-Throat doctor who specializes in the voice)

prior to participating in this - or any - program of vocal study if you have any concerns about your vocal health 2) Notify your instructor if you have ever been diagnosed with a voice disorder or if you suspect that you might

have one now. (Your confidentiality will be protected.)3) Invest the time required to learn how to perform each exercise correctly and at "most comfortable vocal effort"

under the supervision of a EVI Certified Master Teacher or Course Instructor.

Regarding Copyrights:1) All EVT materials, books, papers, pamphlets, video and audio media and their contents, logos, and visuals are

copyrighted and proprietary and cannot be reproduced in any form without the express written consent of Estill Voice International. Please visit www.EstillVoice.com/Store for teaching materials available to the public.

2) Use of Estill Voice Training logos as part of your professional marketing absent official EVI certification is prohibited. You may list the EVT courses and workshops you have completed in a curriculum vitae as evidence of professional development. A "Certificate of Attendance" does not qualify you as an EVT teacher or practitioner.

Regarding Recordings:Should your Course Instructor grant you permission to record any portion of the course (audio or video), your signature below indicates your agreement that these recordings are for your personal use only and that they will not be played, uploaded to web-based media, nor transcribed for anyone else.

I have read, understood, and agree to the terms outlined above.

PARTICIPANT:

PRINT: __________________________________________

ADDRESS: _______________________________________

_________________________________________________

SIGNATURE: _____________________________________

DATE: ____________________

COURSE INFORMATION:

Course:Venue:Date:Instructor:

Signature: ________________________

ESTILL VOICE INTERNATIONAL55 Standish BlvdPittsburgh, PA 15228412-341-0316www.EstillVoice.com


F. Sample Certificate of Attendance

Certificate of Attendancebe it known that

Name goes Here

was a Participant in the

Estill Voice Training Level One Course:Figures for Voice Control

EVI Course Number 2012MMDD##(Instruction Time: #.# Hours)

Presented atVenue, City & Country

Month DD, 2012

____________________________________CCI Name Goes Here

Estill Voice International Certified Course Instructor

THIS CERTIFICATE DOES NOT CONFER AUTHORIZATION TO THE HOLDER TO CONDUCT A COURSE IN ESTILL VOICE TRAINING WITHOUT FURTHER DEMONSTRATING COMPETENCE IN THE TECHNIQUES, CONCEPTS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED TO FULLY UNDERSTAND, CONVEY AND SUPPORT THE PROGRAM, ITS SCIENCE AND APPLICATIONS. THIS CERTIFICATE DOES FULFILL ONE OF THE SEVERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCH CERTIFICATION.


G. Sample Course Evaluation Form

Estill Voice International Your name (optional):Estill Voice Training COURSE NAME

E V A L U A T I O N F O R M

1. This course met my expectations. (indicate your reaction to this statement by circling below)

1) Strongly Disagree

2) Disagree 3) Neutral 4) Agree 5) Strongly Agree

Please add any additional comments:

2. The level of difficulty and challenge in this course was appropriate. (indicate reaction below)

1) Strongly Disagree

2) Disagree 3) Neutral 4) Agree 5) Strongly Agree

Please comment on the aspects that were most challenging for you:

Was the level at which you where challenged appropriate and satisfying?□ Yes□ No (please explain):

3. Please tell us how you heard of this course. (Please check all that apply)

□ Website □ Flier □ Word-of-Mouth □ E-mail □ Other

If other, please explain:

4. How will you be applying what you have learned in the past few days:

□ Singer/Actor □ Teacher □ Therapist □ Other: _______________________

5. Please rate the quality of the following items and comment:Rating scale: 1 = very poor 2 = poor 3 = ok 4 = good 5 = excellent

Rating Comment

The Lectures

Practice Sessions


Open Sessions

Estill Voiceprint PlusDemos

Handouts/Materials

Presentation Slides and Videos

Facility

6. Please comment on the presenter/s:

Lecture/Presentation by COURSE PRESENTER 1 (add tables for others)

Overall Rating: 1) Very Poor 2) Poor 3) Good 4) Very Good 5) ExcellentWhat did you particularly like about this presenter’s style and teaching skills?

How could this presenter improve?

7. Please comment on the small practice group leaders:

Practice led by COURSE INTERN 1 (add tables for others)

Overall Rating: 1) Very Poor 2) Poor 3) Good 4) Very Good 5) ExcellentWhat did you particularly like about this intern’s style and teaching skills?

How could this intern improve?

8. Are you willing to make a statement that we might use (with your name) in EVT promotional materials? ____Yes ____No

If so, what has this EVT course meant or done for you?

What is your name and title?:_______________________________

87VIII. FEE & PAYMENT POLICIES

VII. FEE & PAYMENT POLICIES

A. Payment Options

1. Checks/Money Orders: All fees can be paid by credit card or by check/money order. Checks or money orders (USD) can be mailed directly to Estill Voice International, 55 Standish Boulevard, Pittsburgh PA 15228 USA.

2. PayPal: In order to use PayPal.com, the payee should log onto the PayPal.com website and follow the online instructions to create an account. Once an account has been established, PayPal.com can send money to an appointed party (ie., EVI). In order for PayPal.com to send the money to EVI the payee will need to direct PayPal.com to email the money to [email protected].

3. Credit Card: In order to pay by credit card the payee should call Estill Voice International at 412-341-0316 x703 to speak with an EVI representative.

B. Fees

1. Registration Fees: fees are required to initiate the certification process at every level.

2. Annual Fees: These fees are due on September 1st. When certification is earned in the midst of a yearly cycle, dues will be pro-rated by 6 month period in accordance with the following policy: certification prior to February 28/29 will pay full amount; certification on or after March 1st will be prorated by 50%. CFPs, CMTs, and CCIs are required to pay annual fees to remain in good-standing.

3. Listing of Fees: EVI reserves the right to change fees at any time. A pdf of the most recent schedule of fees and expenses can be downloaded from EstillVoice.com.

4. Payment Policy: In cases where payment is not received within 90 days, the individual’s information will be removed from the website, and certification privileges will be suspended.

5. Late Fees: To re-gain certification privileges a Late Fee will be applied in addition to the current annual fee. Additional requirements may apply (see below).

6. Reinstatement Requirements: If an individual wants to re-activate his or her certification with Estill Voice International after 5 or more years of inactivity, he or she must re-take and pass an on-line Certification Renewal Examination. Testing Registration Fees will apply. Should he or she pass the examination, reinstatement will occur upon receipt of a current Letter of Agreement and full payment of the Annual Fee for the re-certification year, regardless of date (i.e. discounts after March 1st will NOT apply).