Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine at Charles Sturt University

Expand your theoretical knowledge and professional attributes while gaining the clinical and research skills necessary for a professional career in speech pathology. The profession of speech pathology is focussed on the management of communication and/or swallowing difficulties. Communication problems may occur in the areas of speech, language, voice, fluency (stuttering), hearing or literacy. Through this two and a half year full-time program, you'll complete advanced coursework to develop your understanding of practice and research, while enhancing the effectiveness of your clinical practice as a speech pathologist. You'll learn how to interview, assess, diagnose and treat a variety of clients with communication issues, ranging from speech impairments to problems with voice control, language, fluency, swallowing and eating. You'll be taught by award-winning teachers, researchers and clinical educators who are among the best in Australia, and you'll gain the theoretical knowledge, professional attributes and clinical and research skills to confidently pursue a career helping people who have challenges with speech and/or swallowing. You'll develop your prior skills and knowledge to become a lifelong learner and critical thinker, which will enhance the effectiveness of your professional practice. You'll complete supervised clinical placements throughout the program in a range of clinical settings, including hospitals, educational facilities, other healthcare organisations, private practices and UQ's Speech Pathology clinics. Program highlights Learn from leading teachers, researchers and clinical educators who are recognised as some of the best in the world. Develop confidence in your professional abilities through supervised placements, including access to UQ's Speech Pathology Clinic. Benefit from a program underpinned by over 50 years of experience in teaching and researching speech pathology.

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