Whether it’s a pesky injury caused by performing or the pressures of booking your own shows and constantly producing creative ideas, the mental and physical strain of being a modern artist and performer creates a unique set of challenges.
Performing arts healthcare professionals are on the frontline when it comes to educating and treating performers.
We often take for granted that some industries have specialized healthcare professionals, like physiotherapists in sports. However, we don’t always recognize the need for similar care in the performing arts, despite performers facing unique physical and mental demands. This shift in perspective is essential.
However, to ensure the best care, these professionals must stay up-to-date with the latest research and treatments for effective care and prevention of future issues.
Ongoing practitioner training is crucial, and today, BAPAM is exploring the advantages of continuous performing arts healthcare practitioner training in the UK—while also highlighting upcoming CPD events professionals won’t want to miss!
Why Continuous Performing Arts Healthcare Practitioner Training Is Vital
It’s rare for any professional practitioner to complete their training and then never look at new research or treatments again—and this is especially true in the performing arts healthcare field.
Not only is this a rapidly growing area, but it also has a growing population of patients as more choose to study and work in the performing arts world. Plus, as performances become more technical and, in some cases, more daring, additional health risks are revealed.
Typical areas of focus include vocal health, repetitive strain injuries, and mental health concerns (e.g., performance anxiety or stress).
By continuously updating their skills, healthcare practitioners are ready to handle the unique challenges performers face and can provide best-practice services.
So, this is your sign to keep learning!
Benefits of Training for Healthcare Professionals
The benefits of performing arts healthcare practitioner training in the UK are numerous, and at BAPAM, we offer specialised training for those in the industry.
With more than 40 years of clinical experience, we’re leaders in the performing arts healthcare space. We provide expert-led training sessions that allow attendees to learn from experienced professionals who understand the challenges faced by performers.
Here are some of the main benefits of BAPAM’s training for practitioners:
- We provide a multidisciplinary approach that addresses health’s physical and mental aspects, giving performers holistic support where needed.
- We also offer access to cutting-edge resources and evidence-based practices, ensuring attendees receive research-backed information.
- BAPAM’s sessions are designed to empower healthcare professionals with industry-standard knowledge and skills so they can proceed with confidence and provide high-quality care.
Upcoming BAPAM Events & Opportunities for Professional Development
To help practitioners in the UK develop their skills, BAPAM holds online training sessions on the last Wednesday of each month at 7 pm BST. These are held online, making it accessible for healthcare professionals to attend from anywhere.
These events are ideal for healthcare and education professionals seeking to deepen their understanding and enhance their skills in performing arts care.
Additionally, for those who can’t attend live, BAPAM records all sessions for ticket holders to access later.
Upcoming events include:
- Injury Prevention in Ballet & Physiotherapy for Orchestras — January 29th
- Performance Anxiety — February 26th
- Women’s Health in the Performing Arts — March 26th
Learn more about the BAPAM performing arts medicine CPD events here.
BAPAM’s Approach to Training and CPD
BAPAM’s training events are designed to support continuous professional development (CPD) for healthcare professionals working in the performing arts.
These sessions help healthcare professionals gain the skills to treat and prevent performer-specific health issues while joining a community focused on advancing performing arts medicine.
BAPAM is a registered charity (No. 1167785) and a Care Quality Commission regulated healthcare provider.
Discover more about who we are here and what we do here.
Looking to the Future
Ongoing performing arts healthcare practitioner training in the UK is key for healthcare professionals, and BAPAM’s expert-led training could be the next step for your professional journey.
Jump back to the BAPAM blog for more news or head over to the practitioner training page here.