Speech and Language Therapy Apprentice Review

Supporting children aged 0-18 with speech, language, and communication difficulties in schools, homes, clinics, and nurseries. Shadowing speech and language therapists in clinic, nursery, schools, and on home visits. Observing assessments (speech, language, and swallow). Booking and carrying out speech therapy sessions. 22.5 hours (3 days) a week on the job working and learning, 7.5 hours (1 day) a week studying or on placement, and 7.5 hours (1 day) a week at university in-person lectures.

Consideration is given to the structure of the programme and I am given time and support to complete assignments as well as opportunities to observe relevant practice linked to my study e.g. FEEs when studying anatomy and physiology, language assessments as part of paediatric teaching.

The Trust is incredibly supportive and I am able to access a variety of high quality opportunities to learn on the job and engage in activities alongside qualified therapists. I am given time to complete my study (assignments, revision, placement) as well as attend lectures. I have a workplace mentor who supports me to gain relevant clinical experience on the job and is understanding and empathic to the pressures of completing a degree apprenticeship.

Support is available throughout the course and is accessible whenever it's needed.

Significantly - it helps me understand the rationale for therapy and assessments

Yes

It's a fantastic Trust which has both adult and paediatric teams in both inpatient and community settings meaning there's a range of opportunities for learning. It's well resourced with highly skilled and competent colleagues who support and mentor.