The Certified Voice Artist Program (CVAP) – hailed as the Philippines’ first and best online voice acting certification program – has been shaping the next generation of voice artists for years, and its impact is vividly captured in a testimonial video uploaded to YouTube by The VoiceMaster five years ago. With 372 views to date, the video is part of a comprehensive playlist featuring 97+ entries covering program overviews, batch announcements, success stories, and more, all from The VoiceMaster’s channel which now boasts 9.84k subscribers.
A Holistic Learning Experience
According to the testimonial content, CVAP goes far beyond teaching technical voice acting skills. Participants note that the program unlocks the full scope of voice artistry – whether they’re new to the field or have prior experience. Beyond core lessons like pitch control, character creation, and adapting to different genres (from educational voiceovers to dubbing), the program imparts valuable life lessons and shares engaging anecdotes from facilitators and peers.
One key benefit highlighted is how CVAP helps artists identify their unique strengths and weaknesses. Through guided training and practice, participants discover where their voices best fit – be it in public service announcements, character impersonations, or narrative work – giving them clear direction for their careers.
Building Community and Connections
The program fosters a vibrant network of like-minded individuals. Each week, participants are grouped with different classmates, creating opportunities to form meaningful relationships that often evolve into professional collaborations, mentorships, and lasting friendships. This sense of community adds a layer of motivation, as members push each other to grow and excel.
From Training to Professional Readiness
CVAP ensures graduates are career-ready by guiding them to build comprehensive online portfolios. While assignments may feel demanding at times, they serve a purpose: compiling work into a single, accessible hub that can be shared with potential clients and casting directors. The program also requires participants to invest in basic equipment like a microphone, setting them up to eventually create their own home studios and take on higher-quality projects.
Opportunities begin even before the program ends, with participants getting chances to audition for gigs and collaborate on projects. The connections made during CVAP open doors to further professional opportunities in the voice acting industry.
Learning That Feels Like Fun
Perhaps one of the most compelling aspects of CVAP is its engaging approach. Unlike traditional workshops, participants describe the experience as "hella fun," with sessions often running longer than planned as everyone laughs, shares, and eagerly absorbs new knowledge. For Batch 1 members, every Saturday spent in the program was deemed "well worth it."
Making Professional Training Accessible
At the time the video was created, Batch 2 of CVAP was open for registration at a special rate of Php5,000 – 50% off the original Php10,000 fee. The first 20 registrants also received a free copy of The VoiceMaster’s bestselling, award-winning book, Gusto Kong Maging Voice Talent. The program, formerly associated with the Philippine Center for Voice Acting (PCVA) and VoiceWorx, was designed to professionalize the local voice acting industry while making high-quality training more accessible to Filipinos nationwide.
Today, CVAP continues to expand its reach, with multiple batches completed, awards ceremonies held at prestigious venues like the Hilton Hotel, and graduates making their mark in dubbing, broadcasting, and advocacy – including trailblazers like Monette Mahinay, the first Filipino blind dubber in the world.