Speech and Language Therapy

The study of speech therapy revolves primarily around speech, language or fluency, and the voice. In the process, students are prepared for counseling as well as therapy for individuals with potential for improvement in speech and communication. Possible assignments are when there are clarifications for voice disorders or swallowing disorders, for example. Speech flow or speech development are also topics. Speech therapy combines the fields of psychology, language, communication and medicine.
 

What are the main areas of study?

A speech therapy degree program provides in-depth job-specific skills based on theoretical models. Scientific thinking and theoretical discussion are combined with practical experience. Basic subjects are pedagogy, psychology, medicine and linguistics. Depending on the educational institution, the study is more or less practice-oriented. 

How long does a speech therapy degree take?

Depending on the field of study or type of school, the length of study differs. The bachelor's degree can be completed full-time or part-time model and lasts between 6-8 semesters. Afterwards, it is possible to follow up with a master's degree, which takes another 2-4 semesters.

How does the education or further education in speech therapy cost?

A bachelor's degree costs between 4,500 -8,000 francs, depending on the university and duration, and at a higher technical college between 10,000 - 50,000 francs, again depending on the educational program. The differences are shown to you here. 

What are the admission requirements for training in speech therapy?

Logopedists and speech therapists need a stable personality, patience, empathy, creativity and humor, and a willingness to self-reflect. Depending on the schools, admission requirements vary and a few years of work experience in a social field is required. 

What professions or career opportunities are available after training? 

Logopedists and speech therapists are active in the fields of health, social services and education and work with children or adults or even disabled people. In companies, schools or training centers. Logopedic therapy is a communication therapy that aims to improve communication skills. For example, speech therapists treat a child who has disorders with swallowing, voice, speech, communication or fluency.
 

Wage after graduation or training in speech therapy

The salary: In Switzerland, as a speech therapist, a salary Between 77,000.- and 114,000 francs is possible, this varies of course depending on the industry, degree and position. You can find potential employers here. 

Where can I study speech therapy?

College or university: speech therapy studies are offered at the SHLR or the HfH, among others.

What is the experience in speech therapy studies?

Bachelor or Master: Specific courses of study in speech therapy in Switzerland including experiences of students you will find below. Also you will find below a selection students and alumni who advise you online and free of charge regarding studies and career.