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7 hours
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This exclusive Language Therapy Course provides learners with a comprehensive overview of the role of a Speech and Language Therapist, equipping you with the essential skills to advance your career. It includes speech science, speech anatomy, and the characteristics of speech in detail.
This Language Therapy course will teach you how Speech and Language Therapists help children and adults with speech and language disorders, including swallowing, eating, and drinking issues. It covers the fundamentals of the speech chain model and walks you through the key stages of literacy and language development.
This Language Therapy course includes case studies and practical exercises that will teach you how to assess your clients' needs, set long-term goals, and support them every step of the way to recovery using a variety of communication techniques. In addition, you will gain in-demand professional skills that will help you start your career successfully.
Learning Objectives
After completing this Language Therapy course, the learner will be able to:
Understand the fundamentals of Speech & Language Therapy.
Understand the study of communication.
Explain components of normal speech, language & voice and communication disorders.
Understand eating, drinking and swallowing disorders.
Understand the speech & language therapy process.
Why Choose Language Therapy Course from Us
Self-paced course, access available from anywhere.
Easy to understand, high-quality study materials.
Language Therapy Course developed by industry experts.
MCQ quiz after each module to assess your learning.
Automated and instant assessment results.
Free PDF certificate as soon as completing the Language Therapy course.
24/7 support via live chat, phone call or email.
[ Note: Free PDF certificate as soon as completing the Language Therapy course]
Course curriculum
Module 1: Language Therapy
The Role of the Language Therapist
The History of Language Therapy Practice
The Scope of Practice
The Language Therapy process
The Role of Speech therapy Assistant in Current Healthcare Practice
Summary
Module 2: Study of Communication
The Role of Interpersonal Communication
The Components of Communication - Physical, Sensory, Cognitive, Perceptual, Interpersonal and Intrapersonal
Communication Impairment or Disorder on the Individual
How An Individual Interacts with Their Environment?
Recognise Enablers and Barriers to Interpersonal Communication
Summary
Module 3: Components of Normal Speech, Language & Voice and Communication Disorders
Key Components of Speech, Language and Voice
The Process of Normal Speech and Language Acquisition
Effective Conversational Skills
The Different Types of Impairments/Disorders of Normal Speech, Language and Voice
Acquired Brain Injuries and Cerebral Palsy
Summary
Module 4: Eating, Drinking and Swallowing Disorders
Key Components of Eating, Drinking and Swallowing
The Process of Normal Eating, Drinking and Swallowing Acquisition
The Different Types of Difficulties of Eating, Drinking and Swallowing
What May Eating, Drinking and Swallowing Intervention Involve?
Give Examples of Communication profiles associated with disorders of eating, drinking and swallowing
Summary
Assessment Method
After completing each module of the Language Therapy Course, you will find automated MCQ quizzes. To unlock the next module, you need to complete the quiz task and get at least 60% marks.
Certification
After completing the MCQ/Assignment assessment for this Language Therapy course, you will be entitled to a Certificate of Completion from Training Tale. The certificate is in PDF format, which is completely free to download. A printed version is also available upon request. It will also be sent to you through a courier for £13.99.
This Language Therapy course is for anyone who wants to:
Gain the skills needed to work in the teaching and child care profession.
Improve their speech therapy and language therapy skills.
Make a career change and explore new career opportunities.
Gain a formal, accredited qualification to improve their career opportunities.
Students who intend to enrol in this Language Therapy course must meet the following requirements:
Good command of the English language
Must be vivacious and self-driven
Basic computer knowledge
A minimum of 16 years of age is required
Compete High provides the most expedient path to learning about Language Therapy, as well as the opportunity to practice your skills in a corporate setting.
Certificate of completion
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