Our comprehensive Speech and Language Therapy Diploma equips you with the essential knowledge, practical techniques and specialist strategies required to support speech, language and communication development in children and adults.

This online Speech and Language Therapy course focuses on the foundations of human communication, expressive and receptive language, speech sounds, and early language development. You will gain a strong theoretical and practical understanding of how communication difficulties develop and how to support individuals effectively in educational and care settings.

Through this Speech and Language Therapy Diploma, you will learn how to identify speech and language difficulties, understand communication disorders, and apply proven classroom and one-to-one support strategies. You will explore phonetics, phonology, language acquisition, and literacy-linked communication challenges.

This CPD-accredited speech and language therapy course also provides specialist insight into SEN support, autism-related communication needs, and inclusive learning approaches. Whether you want to work in schools, care settings, or private support roles, this course equips you with job-ready, UK-aligned communication support skills.

By enrolling in this highly rated Speech and Language Therapy Diploma online, you gain confidence, professional credibility and career-ready skills to work in speech and language support roles.

Course Overview

• Career-focused Speech and Language Therapy Diploma designed for UK education and care settings
• Fully online and flexible learning with 365-day access
• CPD-accredited course aligned with UK professional standards
• Covers phonetics, phonology and language development in children and adults
• Teaches communication support strategies for SEN and additional needs
• Includes classroom and one-to-one intervention techniques
• Builds confidence to work in schools, SEN environments and care settings
  Ideal for beginners and career changers

By the end of this Speech and Language Therapy Diploma, you will be able to:

• Understand speech, language and communication development
• Identify common speech and language difficulties
•  Apply practical communication support strategies
•  Support learners with SEN and communication disorders
•  Plan structured learning and communication sessions
•  Use digital tools to support speech and language learning
•  Set learning goals and track progress effectively
•  Work confidently in educational and care environments

• Speech and language support skills
•  Phonetics and phonology knowledge
•  Lesson planning and session structuring
•  Effective communication techniques
•  Pupil engagement and motivation
•  Classroom and one-to-one support strategies
•  Organisation and time management
•  Professional conduct in care and education settings

This Speech and Language Therapy Diploma is ideal for:

• Aspiring speech and language therapy assistants
• Teaching assistants and classroom support staff
• Parents of children with speech and communication needs
• Early years practitioners
• SEN support workers
• Private tutors and home educators
• Career changers entering the education or care sectors
•  Anyone seeking a recognised UK speech and language qualification

When you enrol with Teachers Training, you benefit from:

• A dedicated UK-focused education and training platform
•  24/7 tutor and technical support
•  Interactive, structured online learning materials
•  Affordable pricing with no hidden costs
•  Courses aligned with UK education and care standards
• 100 per cent online study access
•  Flexible learning deadlines
•  Instant enrolment and course access

There are no formal entry requirements for this Speech and Language Therapy Diploma. To enrol, you should:

• Have a passion for learning and communication
• Have a basic understanding of the English language
• Be motivated and committed to your learning
• Be at least 16 years of age
• No previous qualifications or experience are required

After completing the Speech and Language Therapy Diploma, you can progress into roles such as:

• SEN Teaching Assistant
• SEN Support Worker
• Language Tutor
• Early Years Practitioner
• Classroom Support Assistant
• Speech and Language Support Assistant
• Psychology and Counselling Support Roles

The assessment is straightforward; you need to complete the assignment questions that will be provided to you at the end of this  course, you can complete the assignment anytime you want. After you complete and submit your assignment, our tutors will assess your assignment and give you feedback if needed. 

After your assignment has been assessed and you have passed, you will be qualified and will be able to apply for a course completion certificate.

Upon completing the course and passing the final assessment, you will be eligible to receive a CPD QS Accredited Certificate from The Teachers Training, which demonstrates your professional knowledge and career readiness. You can select your preferred certificate option at discounted rates, with the Digital CPD Certificate (PDF) available for only £6.99, the Printed Hardcopy Certificate for only £9.99, or both the Digital and Printed Certificates together for just £11.99. This certification will significantly strengthen your CV and enhance your credibility within the education sector. Please note that discounted certificate pricing is available for a limited time only, so be sure to secure your certificate before the offer ends.