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January 10, 2022 by admin All Courses, Health, Sport and Science Department 0 comments

Speech & Language Therapy Assistant

Speech & Language Therapy Assistant

Speech & Language Therapy Assistant

Health Service Skills QQI Award (5M3782)

The role of the Speech & Language Therapy Assistant is to assist the Speech & Language Therapy team in enabling service users & patients to achieve their speech and language potential and supporting families in the areas of speech & language.

This one-year course is designed to give anyone with an interest in this field, a good understanding and appreciation of the role of Speech & Language Therapy and provide for the acquisition of relevant theoretical and practical skills. The course also provides students with the opportunity to develop relevant work-related skills in a healthcare setting.

Course Content

Speech & Language Therapy Theory (5N3781); Speech & Language Therapy Practice (5N3780); Care Support (5N0758); Anatomy and Physiology (5N0749); Infection Prevention & Control (5N3734); Communications (5N0690); Work Experience (5N1356); Understanding Mental Health (5N3772)

Certification

  • QQI Level 5 Award in Health Service Skills (5M3782)

Duration

1 year – September to May (full-time)

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied, although consideration will be given at interview to any well motivated student. We are looking for enthusiasts. Mature students are particularly welcome.

Employment Opportunities

Successful graduates may gain employment as a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant as per the HSE Appointed Grade.

Third Level Links/Progression

Successful graduating students can enter a range of third level courses in the Health Sciences & beyond. The requirements for entry differ from college to college. For more information, click here

Course Charges

€50 registration fee.

Please note that course fees are subject to change.

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