Becoming a Speech and Language Therapist: An Essential Guide for Students

If you want to become a speech and language therapist but are uncertain about how to get into the right programme and what is required to succeed in your studies, then this book is for you.This comprehensive handbook guides readers through every stage of the journey: from confirming your career choice to successfully gaining a university place, preparing for study, and ultimately achieving your degree. Packed with practical hints, study tips and examples, this book will help you adjust to university study and succeed in your degree while developing your professional identity.Each chapter includes views from former and current students alongside reflective activities that help you transition from information-seeker to student and ultimately to newly qualified speech and language therapist.The book emphasises that becoming a registered speech and language therapist involves a profound transformation shaped by values, ethics, conduct, and reflection, requiring resilience and deep commitme