The Minor in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) is a joint Clinical Linguistics programme of the Linguistics Section (of the Department of Modern Languages and Linguistics, Faculty of Humanities and Education) and the Faculty of Medical Sciences. It is designed to give undergraduate students the prerequisite knowledge and skills needed to enter any postgraduate speech-language pathology, audiology or speech, language and hearing science programme.

IMPORTANT: The Minor and Certificate in SLP prepare candidates for a Master’s programme. The Minor and Certificate do not qualify holders to practise as an SLP;  a Master’s degree is the only qualification that allows a candidate to practice as an SLP.

Why choose this Programme

Applicable skills  

Enrolled students will learn how to identify and support the people and families of those with a range of communication disorders.

Industry links  

The current Programme Coordinator is an executive member of several professional associations and the national regulatory body, namely, the Occupational Therapy and Speech-Language Therapy Board (OTSLP). Internationally renowned visiting lecturers and authors are often invited to talk about industry practices and experiences.

Facilities and Resources

  • UWI SLP Clinic
  • Access to clinical tools and materials
  • Observation of clinicians in practice

Research 

Students are encouraged to engage in their own research interests or support any professional in the field.

Student Activities 

  • Better Hearing and Speech Month
  • International Week of the Deaf
  • International Day of Sign Languages
  • Modern Languages and Linguistics Research Day
  • UWI Linguistics Society
  • World Voice Day

Career Opportunities 

  • Rehabilitation aide
  • School aide

Alumni/Career paths 

  • Several speech therapy private practices in Trinidad and Tobago
  • Speech-Language Audiology Association of Trinidad and Tobago (SLAATT)
  • Caribbean Speech-Language Hearing Association (CaribSHA)
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