Training for SLP's 1

The Buteyko training for SLP's level 1 is a two-days training program. It includes the following topics:

  • Breathing/Hyperventilation/Anxiety 
  • Respiratory anatomy and physiology
  • Basic set of Buteyko exercises
  • Applying the Buteyko principles in speech therapy
  • Working with children
  • Applying Buteyko to upper airways disorders
  • Breathing for speech and singing
  • Food/exercise/lifestyle
Upon completion of the training, SLP's will be able to:
  • Use the Buteyko principles in speech therapy:
    • Efficient breathing during speech and physical exertion
    • Managing excessive phlegm, throat clearing, dry mouth, etc.
    • Efficient voice production by controlling vocal fold vibratory modes vs. respiratory effort
  • Working with patients with:
    • Mouth and upper chest breathing pattern
    • Chronic throat clearing/cough/irritable larynx
    • PVFM 
    • Dysphonia
    • Stuttering and other neurological speech disorders

Upon completion of the written test, the trainee will be qualified as a Buteyko Educator Level 1

The trainees will not be able to work with people with serious health conditions like asthma, COPD, sleep apnea, anxiety, etc. These cases will have to be referred to a fully trained Buteyko educator.

Trainees are encourged to become fully trained educators (level 2) by completing the following:
  • Buteyko course for your own health - pre-requisite for educators training
  • Buteyko level 2 for SLP's / health professionals
If you have any question, please contact us using this form
 
To register and pay online, go to this page and choose the Buteyko level 1 for SLP's / Dental option
 
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