Speech & Language Therapy: Help People Communicate with Confidence

Speech & Language Therapy: Help People Communicate with Confidence

Build a practical foundation in speech and language therapy so you can recognise communication needs early and support real-world progress across everyday settings.

Who it’s for...

• Allied health assistants / therapy assistants

• Disability support & community support workers

• Education support staff (SLSOs/teacher aides)

• Early childhood educators

• Youth workers and family support workers

• Career-changers exploring a pathway into speech/communication support

What you’ll be able to do...

1. Recognise common speech, language, and communication disorders and describe how they affect daily life

2. Explain the core speech science basics (neural + physiological processes behind communication)

3. Observe and evaluate language, cognitive, and social patterns to inform support and referral decisions

4. Apply foundational tools and techniques to assist people experiencing communication challenges

5. Support early speech and literacy development with practical, developmentally appropriate strategies

Format...

Online self-paced.

Time + CPD hours

Estimated 60 hours self-paced, most learners complete in 6–12 weeks, depending on pace.

Assessment Options...

Included online knowledge checks/activities. We encourage that you also undertake the Live Online Nexus CPD Assessment Interview  which validates learning outcomes for the Australia / Asia-Pacific context and includes Nexus College Certificate of Attendance for various peak bodies recognition.

Provider...

Delivered through International Open Academy our education partner. Nexus College Australasia provides optional CPD verification and certification support for the Asia-Pacific region (assessment booked separately; International Open Academy enrolment fees apply).

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