Speech and Language Therapy
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The MSc in Speech and Language Therapy (Professional Qualification) is offered over two years full-time as a route to qualification for professional practice for applicants who have already attained an honours degree. The programme has approval from the Irish Association of Speech and Language Therapists. (www.iaslt.ie/) and is accredited with CORU (coru.ie)The Master of Science degree is undertaken through an intensive programme of full-time study involving academic and placement modules over two years including summer study periods. Placement components form a cornerstone of studies in Speech and Language Therapy.Programme AimsProvide graduate entry studies (NFQ level 9) in the clinical health science specialty of Speech & Language Therapy to suitable applicants, resulting in the degree of Masters in Speech & Language Therapy (Professional Qualification)Prepare scientifically qualified practitioners who are ready to enter the challenging professional field of Speech & Language Therapy.Develop and maintain high quality clinical science research and teaching in the specialist field of Speech & Language Therapy at the University of Limerick.Provide graduates of the programme with the necessary academic qualification required to apply to register with the Speech & Language Therapy Registration Board.On completion of the course, graduates will have the necessary skills to undertake:Effective and competent Speech & Language Therapy practiceAssessment and diagnosis of human communication and swallowing disordersTreatment plans for the remediation of human communication and swallowing disordersCritical evaluation and application of the scientific evidence base in Speech & Language TherapyEthically based professional actionsEffective clinical reasoning & decision making with reference to evidence-based practiceEffective change managementActions that support self-determination of all clientsActions that demonstrate the application of principles of reflective practiceCollaborative and co-operative work with other practitioners within the multi-disciplinary teamwork environmentCritical evaluation of the health and welfare legislation and service delivery in Ireland, Europe and internationally
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Limerick
Ireland
V94 NX93
Ireland
- 2 years
- Full Time
- On Campus Learning
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