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Pre - Speech and Language Therapy Studies - SLT Assistant

Dunboyne College of Further Education

Course code
5M3782
Level
Level 5
Award
Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)
Classification
Major
Awarding body
QQI
Duration
1 Year

Programme summary

This one-year Pre-Speech and Language Therapy course is for students interested in a career in speech and language therapy. It provides an understanding of communication styles and the role of therapists in assessing, diagnosing, and treating communication difficulties. Students will explore therapy in settings such as health centres, hospitals, and schools, and learn how therapists support those with speech, communication, eating, or swallowing challenges. The course also includes insight into clinical practice, patient care, and HSE-relevant skills for supporting therapy programmes.

Entry requirements

− Leaving Certificate − Leaving Certificate Applied − Mature applicants − Equivalent qualifications

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