Summer 2023 Sponsored Certification Courses
Course Details & Registration
Level 1 – SongWorks in Action
Level 2 – SongWorks for Musicality
July 10-14, 2023
Old Dominion University (ODU), Norfolk, VA
Registration Deadline: July 1, 2023
Looking to pay for housing and other fees? You can do so here after April 1.

Tuition & Fees
Course Tuition: $500 (by May 15) / $550 (regular)
Payment Options
- Early Registration with Deposit: $100 (by May 15) / Balance Due: $400 (by July 1)
- Pay in Full: $500 (by May 15) / $550 (by July 1)
- Refresher Course: $100 (by July 1)
Financial Assistance
Limited financial assistance for tuition and fees is available. To inquire, contact Betty Phillips (betty@songworkseducators.com) by May 15, 2023.
Refund Policy
Full refunds on course registration are available until July 1. If the course needs to be cancelled at any time, full refunds will be issued.
Course Credits
Optional credits are available through Seattle Pacific University. Registration details will be available soon. If you are planning on enrolling for course credit, please contact Betty Phillips (betty@songworkseducators.com) before registering through our website.
- 3.0 Quarter Credit Hours: $165
- 3 CEUs: $120
Housing, Dining, and Transportation
**All housing, meal, and transportation costs are due by July 1, 2023. Once you have registered, you can pay for those separately here after April 1.**
**All housing, meal, and shuttle costs are due by July 1, 2022. Once you have registered, you can pay for those here, at your convenience.**
Housing
Dormitory housing is available on campus at Old Dominion University. Daily classes take place in the Diehn Center for the Performing Arts. Dorm rates are $40/night:
- 5 nights (Sunday – Thursday): $200
- 6 nights (Sunday – Friday): $240
Linens: includes a pillowcase, two flat sheets, two towels, a washcloth, pillow, and comforter.
- Linen Fee: $10/week
Dining
A meal plan will be available through one of the university’s dining halls, with details available soon.
There is a full kitchen available in the common room of each dorm floor. Several food vendors are located on campus in the Webb Center, and numerous restaurants are within walking distance or a short drive from campus. Grocery stores, including Food Lion and The Fresh Market are located approximately one mile away.
Transportation
Old Dominion University is located approximately 8 miles from Norfolk International Airport (ORF). There are a variety of transportation options for getting to the ODU campus. We are also offering complimentary airport shuttle service to and from the airport. Send your flight information to betty@songworkseducators.com.
If you are bringing a car to the ODU campus, you may need to purchase a parking pass.
- Daily Parking: $5/day
- Weekly Parking $20/week
Limited free parking is available at BCM Sandford Hall parking lot, 1410 W 49th Street (across from the Diehn Center for the Performing Arts).
Required Texts
Level 1 – SongWorks in Action
Bennett, Peggy D. & Bartholomew, Douglas R. (1997). SongWorks 1: Singing in the Education of Children. Belmont, CA: Wadsworth, Reprinted 2014 by SongWorks Press.
Level 2 – SongWorks for Musicality
Bennett, Peggy D. & Bartholomew, Douglas R. (1999). SongWorks 2: Singing from Sound to Symbol. Belmont, CA: Wadsworth, Reprinted 2014 by SongWorks Press.
These texts are available through SongWorks Press for $40/each (+$5 Shipping and Handling) or $70 (+$8) for a bundle of both books.
We hope to see you in July! Have questions? Email Betty Phillips at betty@songworkseducators.com.