Speech therapy training London: City Lit

Speech and language therapy as a career

Interested in becoming a speech and language therapist? This workshop covers training courses in the UK, what the job involves, career structure, pay and hints for a successful interview, plus the opportunity to meet clients.

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Key course information

Dates
27/09/11 - 28/09/11

Day(s)
Tue+Wed

Duration
1 week

Time
10:00 - 16:00

Fees
Full fee: £94
Senior fee: £94
Concession: £52

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
XS504

Availability
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speechtherapy@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2578

Course outline

What is the course about?

- Increasing your knowledge of the training to become a speech and language therapist and of the job and career structures once qualified as a speech and language therapist.
- Helping you prepare for the interview.
- Giving you the opportunity to meet speech and language therapy clients.

What topics will we cover?

The course will cover the following topics:
- Training entry requirements when applying to become a speech and language therapist
- Where and how to apply
- Course content
- Meeting clients & video observation
- Professional & clinical skills
- Working in the NHS
- Conditions of service
- The speech & language therapist's role
- Working with other professionals
- The interview procedure.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Understand the role of speech & language therapist and related issues.
- Have identified the next step to take.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

No previous knowledge is required. To access this course, you will need to follow spoken and written information in English, contribute to discussions and have an interest in the possibility of training to become a speech and language therapist.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

- Presentation by tutor
- Discussion in small groups and large group.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

None.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. You will have the opportunity to reflect for yourself on your progress/what you have achieved from the course. In addition, your progress will be regularly assessed and monitored by your tutor who will provide informal, regular feedback throughout the course. At the end of your study programme you will be asked to self-assess your own progress and achievement against the course objectives above. The tutor will endorse your assessment which will be formally recorded on a standard form (the Statement of Learning).

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses. You will be encouraged to give your views throughout the course.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

You may decide to go on to further study or university.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2578

speechtherapy@citylit.ac.uk

Please contact us by phone, email or letter if you would like to discuss any of the courses, or to arrange a pre-enrolment advice session where necessary.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
27/09/11 to 28/09/11	Tue+Wed	10:00 - 16:00	1 weeks	£94	£94	£52	XS504	Finished	» Select
01/11/11 to 02/11/11	Tue+Wed	10:00 - 16:00	1 weeks	£94	£94	£52	XS505	Finished	» Select
06/12/11 to 07/12/11	Tue+Wed	10:00 - 16:00	1 weeks	£94	£94	£52	XS506	Finished	» Select
17/01/12 to 18/01/12	Tue+Wed	10:00 - 16:00	1 weeks	£94	£94	£52	XS507	Finished	» Select

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