Functional Trans Voice Curriculum
17 lesson program
- Lessons 1–8: Functional Technique Training
Be on the receiving end of functional vocal training and experience first hand the impact of this groundbreaking methodology.
-Lessons 9–11: Vocal Theory & Exercise Crafting
Understand the interaction between vocal registers in response to Pitch, Vowel and Intensity. Understand how to construct exercises to strategically trigger desired register balance in every vocal situations.
- Lessons 12–13: Complex Case Studies
Analyze and break down challenging student cases, including regressions, hoarsness and nontraditional voice goals. Problem-solve in real time and tailor your approach for unique vocal journeys.
- Lesson 14: Shadowing
Step into the studio and observe real-time gender-affirming voice sessions. You’ll witness how techniques are applied across different student profiles, vocal goals, and learning styles.
- Lessons 15–16: Supervised Practicum
Apply your skills in a hands-on training environment by working directly with two real students under guided supervision. Receive personalized feedback and build confidence in your ability to lead transformative sessions.
- Lesson 17: Supporting Students Through Dysphoria & Mental Blocks
Develop tools to navigate the emotional and psychological dimensions of voice training. Learn how to support students experiencing dysphoria, vocal frustration, or internal resistance—with compassion and clarity.
Others
❌ Superficial understanding of gender characteristics
❌ Collection of exercises rather than a methdology
❌ Rely on vague metaphors and visualizations
❌ Over-medicalized explanations that confuse clients
❌ One-size-fits-all exercises with little flexibility
❌ No hands-on practice or real student interaction
❌ Minimal focus on gender-affirming best practices
Our Programs
✅ Methodology rooted in acoustic science and vocal behavior
✅ Learn how to craft bespoke exercises for every vocal issues
✅ True understanding the behavior of the voice
✅ Applicable in singing, speaking, voice acting, voice therapy
✅ Practicum with real clients + guided shadowing sessions
✅ Study with an expert from a prestigious institutes
✅ Study a curriculum that builds you into a master of the voice
" A transformative teaching method that is going to change the entire the direction of voice pedagogy. This method offered me easy and intuitive ways to explain complex concepts to my patients. This method has impressively distilled the mystical qualities of the voice into graspable knowledge that even a child can understand. "
Sierra Monique
SLP
"As a voice teacher, I was overwhelmed by all the conflicting advice out there—vocal weight, breath support, open quotient, placement. My intuition always told me that something is missing. This certification program answered every questions that I had about the voice. The complexity is understanding how to use Pitch, Vowel and Intensity to stimulate the register balance from the voice. My students are able to transform their voices in fewer lessons, and I finally feel like I have a system that actually works.
Drew Carlyle
Vocal Coach
"A successful voice studio must be grounded on the effectiveness of the method. And functional vocal training is that method that provided me 80% retention rate in my students because they are amazed at how quick the results can come. I want to thank Jimmy for sharing and not gate keep this method and recommend this program for all teachers who are looking for a completely perspective on how to train the voice. "
Charlie McMann
Owner of Youli Vocal Education
Learning Outcome
Learn how to guide clients through vocal adjustments in resonance and register balance using an intuitive, sound-aware approach that respects each person’s unique journey. You’ll empower students to connect authentically with their voice while achieving lasting, affirming results.
Discover how to skillfully manipulate pitch, vowel shaping, and vocal intensity to activate and shape your client’s vocal function and target specific outcomes. You’ll also learn how to identify and correct inefficiencies by applying focused techniques that improve vocal balance, clarity, and strength
Dive into real-world scenarios involving diverse client profiles, including clients with vocal trauma, neurodivergence, multilingual backgrounds, and nonbinary identities. You'll learn how to assess each case holistically, adapt your coaching strategies, and navigate challenges such as vocal fatigue, emotional resistance, or progress plateaus with confidence and care.
Learn to explain vocal function in a way that’s accurate, accessible, and empowering—without relying on dense anatomy or clinical jargon. This certification equips you to break down complex concepts into intuitive, easy-to-grasp language that resonates with students of all backgrounds. Whether you're working with trans clients, singers, or beginners, you'll be able to teach the “why” behind each technique without intimidating or overwhelming.
Learn how to coach with a trauma-informed lens while maintaining ethical boundaries. You'll explore how dysphoria, anxiety, and identity exploration intersect with vocal work—and how to hold space for your clients without overstepping your scope of practice. Collaborate with mental health professionals and gain tools for safe, affirming, and empowering sessions.
When students experience real progress, they stay. This method is built on functional, results-driven techniques that create noticeable vocal change—often within just a few sessions. By helping clients understand their voice and actually hear it transform, you build trust, momentum, and long-term engagement. The clarity and effectiveness of this approach naturally lead to higher retention, stronger referrals, and a thriving practice.
Design adaptable, client-centered lesson plans that meet a wide range of needs. You'll learn how to structure your programs for 1:1 sessions, workshops, and group coaching while incorporating assessments, vocal goals, and integrated practice tools. Leave with a polished curriculum you can use or sell.
Learn to analyze the voice with precision and spot the subtle habits that hold your clients back—whether it’s tension, imbalance, or misuse. This training gives you the tools to diagnose vocal inefficiencies in real time and apply targeted, functional exercises that lead to immediate improvement. You'll develop the ability to guide students toward healthier, more sustainable vocal habits with clarity and confidence.
The Functional Trans Voice Certification is a groundbreaking program for vocal coaches, speech-language pathologists, and voice professionals who are ready to move beyond metaphors, vague visualizations, and medicalized methodologies.
This certification equips you with a clear, intuitive framework rooted in exploring the interaction between Pitch, Vowel and Intensity and their impact on the functional behavior of the voice to teach gender-affirming voice work—not mysticism or medical jargon.
Meet Jimmy
A graduate from the prestigious Berklee College of Music, Jimmy was once a student of methodologies that made him more confused than ever about the voice. He learned that "Let your voice resonate in your chest, imagine the sound come out of your eyebrows." He decides "No more nonsense!" and developed the revolutionary approach called FUNCTIONAL VOICE TRAINING, a transformative training method that gives student access to all of what the voice can do. This method has helped countless trans and non-binary understand the true potential of their voices and has unlocked what the universe has intended the voice to do. Now, you can join Jimmy in helping more trans people in achieving their Real Voice with this groundbreaking methods.
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Why Choose Us
Rooted in Function, Not Fluff
Our methodology is built on clear, evidence-based vocal science—no metaphors, gimmicks, or guesswork. You’ll learn practical techniques that produce real, measurable vocal change.
Designed for Gender-Affirming Excellence
We specialize in training coaches and SLPs to support trans and nonbinary clients with affirming, respectful, and effective voice work that honors each individual’s unique goals.
Hands-On Learning & Real-World Practice
From supervised practicums to live student sessions and shadowing experienced trainers, our program ensures you graduate with confidence and real-world experience.
Community & Ongoing Growth
Join a network of like-minded professionals committed to advancing their skills and making a meaningful impact—plus access to continuous resources and mentorship.
Advanced Level Course for teachers and SLP professionals wishing to become Trans Voice Coaches
Note: Student wishing to become a Trans Voice Lab certified teacher is recommended to have completed an undergraduate or graduate degree in vocal performance, voice education, SLP or any related degree in voice. This program is an advanced course and is NOT for beginners with no prior vocal experiences.
Application Process
To ensure prospective students have the prerequiste knowledge to succeed in the program, we require a simple application
1. Fill out the application form with your personal information, a professional resume and a brief description of your experience and qualifications.
2. If accepted, you will receive an invitation for an online interview. Use the schedule to find an availability.
3. During the 30 min interview, you will have the opportunity to share your experience as a teacher, SLP or what your qualifications are if you don't have any of those experience.
4. We will notify you if you are qualified for the program and send you a link for lesson sign ups.
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FAQ
This program is ideal for vocal coaches, speech-language pathologists (SLPs), singing teachers, and voice professionals who want to specialize in gender-affirming voice training with a functional, science-based approach.
A student's eligibility is dependent on their previous experience as an educator. The program is highly technical. While not required, we recommend the program for students who already have some experience in voice as a teacher or as an SLP. However, if you believe you are qualified for the program without the previously mentioned experience, we also encourage you to participate.
Lessons are conducted based on the student's availability. With the minimum of each lesson no longer than 1 week apart.
Both! You’ll learn vocal theory and technique AND participate in supervised practicum sessions working with real students, plus shadow experienced trainers.
FOr the
The program is $2499 with payment plans available.
We are currently pursuing accreditation for CEUs. Please check back or contact us for the latest updates.
Our certification focuses on functional vocal training rooted in real physiological responses—no metaphors or overly medicalized language—making it easier to teach and more effective for clients. While other programs teaches you only the gender affirming parts of the voice, we teach you how to command and unlock all of the voice
Absolutely! Functional Vocal Training is a globally recognized methodology. Being certified builds credibility. Many graduates report improved client retention and referrals thanks to the clarity and effectiveness of this method.
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