Speech and Language Therapy (Pre-Registration)
Speech and Language Therapy (Pre-Registration)
Speech and Language Therapy (Pre-Registration)
Speech and Language Therapy (Pre-Registration)
Speech and Language Therapy (Pre-Registration)
Overview
Fast-track to a rewarding career as a speech and language therapist with this pre-registration course and help those with communication or eating and drinking difficulties to enjoy a better quality of life.
Suitable if you have a relevant degree such as psychology, linguistics or English Language, this course will empower you to diagnose speech and language problems in babies, children and adults, and design and deliver life-changing treatment plans for those with cleft palate, stammering, hearing impairments, voice disorders and other conditions.
You will learn through a combination of seminars, lectures and practice-based learning, amassing more than 500 hours of professional experience on placements in various clinical or community settings.
Your masters programme will offer a more critical application of your learning than at undergraduate level, and the chance to engage in an extended project that you could showcase as part of your professional portfolio.
Upon graduation, you will be eligible to apply for HCPC registration as a speech and language therapist. You will have the expertise to work in a multidisciplinary team and provide the best possible care for your clients.
Your studies will draw on academic expertise from a wide range of intertwined disciplines, including linguistics, phonetics, psychology and medical sciences.
You will learn how to build successful therapeutic relationships with your clients, giving them the confidence and empowerment to support their own treatment plans.
We have excellent links with placement providers such as NHS England, and Leeds Teaching Hospitals, one of the biggest Trusts in the UK. Diverse placement settings throughout the Yorkshire and Humber region will enrich and inform your learning experience.
Your teaching team are all practising experts in applied speech and language therapy. Many of them have significant clinical experience and have professional links with the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists, NHS trusts and related private-sector organisations.
You will have access to a specialist interpersonal skills suite and a speech and language therapy resource room, which contains a range of therapeutic and assessment materials to support your learning.
We understand that full-time study does not suit everyone. That’s why we offer courses which give you the opportunity to decide where, when and how you can get involved in learning. Studying a distance learning course offers the convenience and flexibility to make education work for you. Whether you’d like to fit your studies around childcare, develop your skills while working or, quite simply, want to learn from the comfort of your own home, we can help you gain a qualification at a time and pace that suits your lifestyle.
Like our students on campus, you will have the same excellent teaching and learning resources, however you’ll find these online instead of in a lecture theatre. Not only are all the modules taught online, but you will also have access to an online community and more than 140,000 books and journals in our online library.
To study this course, you will require broadband internet connection with a speed of 2mbps and working speakers. You will need Windows 7 / Mac OSX 10.8 or above and have access to Chrome v63 or higher (recommended), Edge v42+, Firefox v57+ or Safari v6+. Java and Adobe Acrobat Reader will need to be enabled and you will need a minimum screen resolution of 1024 x 768.
Visit our distance learning guide for a complete list of technical requirements.
Course Features
- 24/7 Library
- Masters loan available
- Expert careers service
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Entry Requirements
Applicants should have at least a 2:2 Honours degree in the cognate subjects of Psychology, English Language, Linguistics, Childhood Studies and Human Communication Sciences or a 2:2 in another subject plus evidence of relevant professional experience in health, education or social care.
Applicants will also need to demonstrate in their application:- Research into the SLT profession and a career in SLT
- Your experience relating to relevant client groups and examples of working in related settings
- How you have gained insight into the course (e.g. open days)
- Your personal qualities which you feel are related to SLT, including what motivates you to choose SLT as a career
- Evidence of interpersonal and teamwork skills
Students will be recruited on the basis that their values align with those of the NHS Constitution, as well as having the right skills and aptitude, in accordance with Value Based Recruitment, (Health Education England, Value Based Recruitment Framework, October 2014) click here and if selected will need to attend an interview. At interview you will be tested on the values which promote quality care and a positive patient, staff and student experience.
The selection sessions will include written exercises and discussions with university tutors, practising SLTs and service users / carers. These exercises will look in more detail and depth at the same qualities as those scrutinised in evaluating personal statements.
All applications should be supported by two references; a template can be accessed at this link, references should be accompanied by a covering letter on headed paper or emailed directly from the referee. It is the applicant's responsibility to request references from their referees.
All applicants should satisfy our University English language requirements, see further details here.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
We may use selection criteria based on your personal attributes; experience and/or commitment to the area of study. This information will be derived from your personal statement and reference and will only be used if you have met the general entry requirements.
IELTS:
English Language Requirement: IELTS 7.5 with no skills below 7.0, or an equivalent qualification. The University provides excellent support for any applicant who may be required to undertake additional English language courses.
ENHANCED CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECKS:
Satisfactory enhanced criminal history checks will be required by all applicants prior to acceptance on the course, (processed through the University only). The University is unable to accept DBS checks obtained through another institution (this includes those registered with the DBS Update Service); the checks undertaken by the University are appropriate to the course of study and relevant regulated activity placements. For important information on the UK Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check requirements please refer to the Guidance on DBS and Additional Checks.
SELF DECLARATION:
You will be asked to complete this online form as part of the DBS check process. You will be asked to identify on the self-declaration form if you have any cautions/convictions that would not be filtered out on a DBS certificate. Please refer to the following website for guidance on filtering. The form will also ask if you have resided outside of the UK after the age of 16, to establish if an Overseas Police Record check may be required.
Overseas Police Checks/Letter of Good Conduct
The DBS in the UK is currently not able to conduct overseas criminal record checks. International applicants; those without British Citizenship and British Citizens with a significant period of overseas residency of 12 months or more after the age of 16; therefore, require a criminal records check or certificate of good conduct from their home/overseas country(ies) prior to entry on to the course. A UK DBS check will also be required prior to enrolment; the DBS team will send you guidance on how to apply following your offer of a place. The application process and timeframes for Overseas Police checks can differ from country to country and so it is recommended that you start the process as soon as possible after you have been made a conditional/Unconditional offer to ensure you have enough lead in time to obtain the check prior to enrolment. For some countries, an individual can only apply in person and so it is preferable for those applicants still resident in the relevant country, to apply before entering the UK.Mature Applicants:
Our University welcomes applications from mature applicants who demonstrate academic potential. All students will be considered through the contextual admissions policy described above. If you do not meet the requirements through the contextual admissions policy, we may still be able to make you an offer if you have recent relevant work experience through our ‘Recognition of Prior Learning’ policy. Please ensure that you list both your qualifications and any relevant work experience in your application so that we can consider you under both schemes where applicable..
All applicants to our University are required to meet our standard English language requirement of GCSE grade C or equivalent, for example we accept some Functional Skills Tests.
Applicants should have at least a 2:2 Honours degree in the cognate subjects of Psychology, English Language, Linguistics, Childhood Studies and Human Communication Sciences or a 2:2 in another subject plus evidence of relevant professional experience in health, education or social care.
Applicants will also need to demonstrate in their application:- Research into the SLT profession and a career in SLT
- Your experience relating to relevant client groups and examples of working in related settings
- How you have gained insight into the course (e.g. open days)
- Your personal qualities which you feel are related to SLT, including what motivates you to choose SLT as a career
- Evidence of interpersonal and teamwork skills
Students will be recruited on the basis that their values align with those of the NHS Constitution, as well as having the right skills and aptitude, in accordance with Value Based Recruitment, (Health Education England, Value Based Recruitment Framework, October 2014) click here and if selected will need to attend an interview. At interview you will be tested on the values which promote quality care and a positive patient, staff and student experience.
The selection sessions will include written exercises and discussions with university tutors, practising SLTs and service users / carers. These exercises will look in more detail and depth at the same qualities as those scrutinised in evaluating personal statements.
All applications should be supported by two references; a template can be accessed at this link, references should be accompanied by a covering letter on headed paper or emailed directly from the referee. It is the applicant's responsibility to request references from their referees.
All applicants should satisfy our University English language requirements, see further details here.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
We may use selection criteria based on your personal attributes; experience and/or commitment to the area of study. This information will be derived from your personal statement and reference and will only be used if you have met the general entry requirements.
IELTS:
English Language Requirement: IELTS 7.5 with no skills below 7.0, or an equivalent qualification. The University provides excellent support for any applicant who may be required to undertake additional English language courses.
ENHANCED CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECKS:
Satisfactory enhanced criminal history checks will be required by all applicants prior to acceptance on the course, (processed through the University only). The University is unable to accept DBS checks obtained through another institution (this includes those registered with the DBS Update Service); the checks undertaken by the University are appropriate to the course of study and relevant regulated activity placements. For important information on the UK Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check requirements please refer to the Guidance on DBS and Additional Checks.
SELF DECLARATION:
You will be asked to complete this online form as part of the DBS check process. You will be asked to identify on the self-declaration form if you have any cautions/convictions that would not be filtered out on a DBS certificate. Please refer to the following website for guidance on filtering. The form will also ask if you have resided outside of the UK after the age of 16, to establish if an Overseas Police Record check may be required.
Overseas Police Checks/Letter of Good Conduct
The DBS in the UK is currently not able to conduct overseas criminal record checks. International applicants; those without British Citizenship and British Citizens with a significant period of overseas residency of 12 months or more after the age of 16; therefore, require a criminal records check or certificate of good conduct from their home/overseas country(ies) prior to entry on to the course. A UK DBS check will also be required prior to enrolment; the DBS team will send you guidance on how to apply following your offer of a place. The application process and timeframes for Overseas Police checks can differ from country to country and so it is recommended that you start the process as soon as possible after you have been made a conditional/Unconditional offer to ensure you have enough lead in time to obtain the check prior to enrolment. For some countries, an individual can only apply in person and so it is preferable for those applicants still resident in the relevant country, to apply before entering the UK.ADDITIONAL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
Verify your qualifications
If you are an international student, we can help you to compare and verify your qualifications. Please contact our International Office on +44 (0)113 812 1111 09.00 to 17.00 Mon-Thurs / 09.00 to 16.30 Fri GMT or email internationaloffice@leedsbeckett.ac.uk.Need to improve your English Language skills?
Don't worry if you don't have the level of English required for your chosen course. We offer a wide range of courses which have been designed to help you to improve your qualifications and English language ability, most of which are accredited by the British Council. Check your English and find out more about our English courses.More questions?
No matter what your questions, we are here to answer them, visit our International website to get more information and find out about our online open days.Careers
Careers
Teaching and learning
You will experience a blended approach to teaching and learning - this is a mix of face-to-face, on campus and remote teaching and learning. The learning content you receive will be as planned for the academic year 2020/2021 before the Covid-19 outbreak. To find out more about teaching on your course visit the Leeds School of Social Sciences - Teaching 2020-21 page.
- Foundations of Speech & Language Therapy
- Clinical & Professional Studies 1
- Dysphagia
- Disorders of Speech
- Clinical Placement A
- Evidencing Practice
- Clinical & Professional Studies 2
Develop your clinical and professional skills, required for speech and language therapy practice and interprofessional working. This includes interpersonal and communication skills and professional procedures. The development of a professional ePortfolio demonstrates evidence of the HCPC Standards of Proficiency and reflective practice.
- Disorders of Communication
- Disorders of Language
- Clinical Placement B
- Foundations of Speech & Language Therapy
- Clinical & Professional Studies 1
- Dysphagia
- Disorders of Speech
- Clinical Placement A
- Evidencing Practice
- Clinical & Professional Studies 2
Develop your clinical and professional skills, required for speech and language therapy practice and interprofessional working. This includes interpersonal and communication skills and professional procedures. The development of a professional ePortfolio demonstrates evidence of the HCPC Standards of Proficiency and reflective practice.
- Disorders of Communication
- Disorders of Language
- Clinical Placement B
Our clients, their families and communities are at the heart of what speech and language therapists do. I am passionate about enabling students to become SLTs able to transform lives through evidence-based, client-centred care.
Fees & funding
The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2020/21 is £9250. The amount you will pay may increase each year to take into account the effects of inflation.
Additional course costs
Tuition fees
Your tuition fees cover the cost of registration, tuition, academic supervision, assessments and examinations. The following is also included in the cost of your course:
- 24/7 Library and student IT support
- Free wifi via eduroam
- Skills workshops and resources
- Library membership, giving access to more than 500,000 printed, multimedia and digital resources
- Access to software, including five free copies of Microsoft Office 365 to install on your PC, laptop and MAC, and access to free high-end software via the Leeds Beckett remote app
- Loan of high-end media equipment to support your studies
As a student on this course, access to the following will also be included in your tuition fees:
- The SLT resources room gives students reference access to a well-stocked library of assessments and therapy resources.
In many cases, costs associated with your course will be included in your course fee. However, in some cases there are ‘essential’ additional costs (those that you will be required to meet in addition to your course fee), and/or ‘optional’ additional costs (costs that are not required, but that you might choose to pay). We have included those essential or optional additional costs that relate to your course, below.
Course-specific essential costs
- Placements: placement locations and experiences will vary throughout the course. International students are responsible for any additional travel or dual accommodation costs. Speech and Language Therapy placements are predominantly in a variety of NHS Trusts and Schools across Yorkshire and the Humber. Placements in Private Independent and Voluntary Organisations may also be selected. Details of this NHS Learning support Funding and eligibility can be found at the link below. Please see www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/learning-support-fund. International students are responsible of any additional travel or dual accommodation costs associated with placements
- Occupational health check: the cost of these checks is currently covered by your course fee. However, if you fail to attend your appointment you will be charged a fee to cover the cost of the appointment (£35 per missed appointment)
Course-specific optional costs
- Voluntary field trips: Educational visits may be arranged: The cost for these trips covers travel, accommodation and subsistence. The price varies year by year and attendance is optional. Information about optional events is made available to students, for them to undertake independently e.g. Professional body student study day
- Student membership of the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapy: membership is recommended (£3.41 monthly or £41 annual direct debit; £54.25 credit card or cheque). Cost may be subject to change
Other study-related expenses to consider: materials that you will need to complete your course such as books (the library stocks books from your module reading list and can order books from other locations for you if a copy isn’t available but you may wish to purchase copies for yourself); placement costs (these may include travel expenses and living costs); student visas (international students only); printing, photocopying and stationery (you will need to pay for multiple copies of your dissertation or final project to be printed and bound); events associated with your course such as field trips; study abroad opportunities (travel costs and accommodation, visas and immunisations). Other costs could include academic conferences (travel costs) and professional-body membership (where applicable). The costs you will need to cover for graduation will include gown hire and guest tickets, and optional extras such as professional photography.
You may prefer to have your own mobile phone/tablet (to access university online services) but you can book and borrow AV equipment through the media equipment service accessed online via the student hub and located in the library at each campus. Equipment includes: such as 360 Cameras, iPads, GoPros, MacBooks, portable data projectors, portable projection screens, flipchart stands, remote presenters, digital cameras and camcorders, SLR cameras, speakers, microphones, headphones, headsets, tripods, digital audio recorders and PC/laptops (a laptop loans service is provided on campus in social learning spaces and in the library on both campuses). Student laptops are also available from the laptop lockers located on the ground floor of the libraries.
This list is not exhaustive and costs will vary depending on the choices you make during your course. Any rental, travel or living costs are also in addition to your course fees.The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2020/21 is £14500. The amount you will pay is fixed at this level for each year of your course.
Additional course costs
Tuition fees
Your tuition fees cover the cost of registration, tuition, academic supervision, assessments and examinations. The following is also included in the cost of your course:
- 24/7 Library and student IT support
- Free wifi via eduroam
- Skills workshops and resources
- Library membership, giving access to more than 500,000 printed, multimedia and digital resources
- Access to software, including five free copies of Microsoft Office 365 to install on your PC, laptop and MAC, and access to free high-end software via the Leeds Beckett remote app
- Loan of high-end media equipment to support your studies
As a student on this course, access to the following will also be included in your tuition fees:
- The SLT resources room gives students reference access to a well-stocked library of assessments and therapy resources.
In many cases, costs associated with your course will be included in your course fee. However, in some cases there are ‘essential’ additional costs (those that you will be required to meet in addition to your course fee), and/or ‘optional’ additional costs (costs that are not required, but that you might choose to pay). We have included those essential or optional additional costs that relate to your course, below.
Course-specific essential costs
- Placements: placement locations and experiences will vary throughout the course. International students are responsible for any additional travel or dual accommodation costs. Speech and Language Therapy placements are predominantly in a variety of NHS Trusts and Schools across Yorkshire and the Humber. Placements in Private Independent and Voluntary Organisations may also be selected. Details of this NHS Learning support Funding and eligibility can be found at the link below. Please see www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/learning-support-fund. International students are responsible of any additional travel or dual accommodation costs associated with placements
- Occupational health check: the cost of these checks is currently covered by your course fee. However, if you fail to attend your appointment you will be charged a fee to cover the cost of the appointment (£35 per missed appointment)
Course-specific optional costs
- Voluntary field trips: Educational visits may be arranged: The cost for these trips covers travel, accommodation and subsistence. The price varies year by year and attendance is optional. Information about optional events is made available to students, for them to undertake independently e.g. Professional body student study day
- Student membership of the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapy: membership is recommended (£3.41 monthly or £41 annual direct debit; £54.25 credit card or cheque). Cost may be subject to change
Other study-related expenses to consider: materials that you will need to complete your course such as books (the library stocks books from your module reading list and can order books from other locations for you if a copy isn’t available but you may wish to purchase copies for yourself); placement costs (these may include travel expenses and living costs); student visas (international students only); printing, photocopying and stationery (you will need to pay for multiple copies of your dissertation or final project to be printed and bound); events associated with your course such as field trips; study abroad opportunities (travel costs and accommodation, visas and immunisations). Other costs could include academic conferences (travel costs) and professional-body membership (where applicable). The costs you will need to cover for graduation will include gown hire and guest tickets, and optional extras such as professional photography.
You may prefer to have your own mobile phone/tablet (to access university online services) but you can book and borrow AV equipment through the media equipment service accessed online via the student hub and located in the library at each campus. Equipment includes: such as 360 Cameras, iPads, GoPros, MacBooks, portable data projectors, portable projection screens, flipchart stands, remote presenters, digital cameras and camcorders, SLR cameras, speakers, microphones, headphones, headsets, tripods, digital audio recorders and PC/laptops (a laptop loans service is provided on campus in social learning spaces and in the library on both campuses). Student laptops are also available from the laptop lockers located on the ground floor of the libraries.
This list is not exhaustive and costs will vary depending on the choices you make during your course. Any rental, travel or living costs are also in addition to your course fees.Additional information
For further information on financing your studies or information about whether you may qualify for one of our bursaries and scholarships, follow the links below:
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