30-Hours Professional Diploma in Speech and Language Therapy
Credit hours
3
Learners explore speech, language and communication needs across the lifespan, starting with typical language development. The course covers speech sound and articulation difficulties, language impairments, communication in autism and neurodiversity, assessment approaches, intervention planning and multidisciplinary teamwork. It suits teaching assistants, carers and support staff who want to understand and support communication, not to practise as therapists.
What you'll cover
- 01Introduction to Speech, Language, and Communication Needs
- 02Typical Language Development Across the Lifespan
- 03Speech Sound Disorders and Articulation Difficulties
- 04Language Impairments: Identification and Support Strategies
- 05Communication Challenges in Autism and Neurodiversity
- 06Assessment Techniques in Speech and Language Support
- 07Intervention Planning and Therapy Approaches
- 08Multidisciplinary Collaboration in Communication Support
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