Speech and hearing therapy is also known as audiology and speech-language pathology.
Speech and hearing therapists work with individuals of all ages, from infants to adults, who have a variety of communication and swallowing disorders.
If you’re passionate about helping individuals with communication disorders, a career in speech and hearing therapy offers rewarding opportunities.
Career Opportunities in Speech and Hearing Therapy
You could work in various fields, including:
- Speech-Language Pathologist
- Audiologist
- Speech Therapist
- Language Therapist
- Voice Therapist
- Pediatric speech therapy
- Adult speech therapy
- Fluency therapy
- Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)
Fields of Study
To become a speech and hearing therapist in South Africa, individuals need to complete a Master’s degree in speech-language pathology.
This program involves coursework in various areas, including anatomy, physiology, linguistics, and audiology.Â
Clinical placements are also an important component of the training, providing practical experience in working with clients.
Upon completion of their Master’s degree, speech and hearing therapists must obtain a license from the relevant regulatory body in South Africa.
This involves meeting certain educational and experience requirements, passing examinations, and adhering to professional standards.
Speech and Hearing Therapy Bursaries
These are some ways you can secure funding for your studies:
- Exxaro Bursary
- Gauteng Department of Health Bursary
- ISFAP Bursary
- KZN Department of Health Bursary
- Mediclinic Bursary
- Mpumalanga Provincial Government Bursary
- North West Provincial Government Bursaries
- SACEE Norah Taylor Bursary
- SASLHA Bursary