Speech and language therapist

Level

Degree level

Length

4 yrs

typical

Sector

Health and science

Pay

Paid

you earn while training

In a nutshell

Speech and language therapy provides treatment, support and care for children and adults.

Carry out formal and informal assessments of communication

Plan and deliver tailored speech and language therapy programmes

Work with children in schools and early years settings

Support adults recovering from stroke or neurological conditions

Assess swallowing safety and recommend appropriate diets

Collaborate with teachers, nurses, and occupational therapists

Write clinical reports and maintain accurate patient records

Anatomy and physiology of speech, language, and swallowing

Assessment and diagnosis of communication disorders

Evidence-based intervention approaches for a range of conditions

Working with children with language and literacy difficulties

Supporting adults with acquired neurological conditions such as stroke

Dysphagia assessment and safe management of swallowing difficulties

Professional and ethical practice under HCPC and RCSLT standards

Ready to look for a place?

See live Speech and language therapist apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.

A Careermash concept · apprenticeship standard from our careers engine · vacancies via gov.uk.