Speech Therapy Elective in Hyderabad, India

In this medical elective, you will be in the unique position to empower and inspire principle caretakers of children with autism in Hyderabad. In close collaboration with our partner organisation, you will support parents, teachers and the children themselves, to make a positive impact on their quality of life.
The lack of structured institutional support has let to a deficiency of disability assistance in India. Parents and teachers are often helpless, due to this lack of information and support. As a result, treatable symptoms such as speech impairments are not treated appropriately. Qualified speech therapists often leave the country for opportunities overseas, and remaining staff must-do with outdated syllabi and training methods.
As a speech therapist volunteer, you will share your skills and provide support to staff, parents and teachers, facilitating their understanding of the practice. You will get the chance to be involved in workshop and training development and implementation, as well as hands-on demonstrations. Coordinating training for parents and teachers will ensure that children receive the best support at home and in the classroom.
By sharing and applying the knowledge you have gained through your degree and education, you will be contributing towards improving the care and support that staff and parents provide to the children, making a direct impact on their well-being.

Completing your elective in Hyderabad, India, offers you the exceptional change to challenge yourself both personally and professional. The growth in these two areas will set you up for your future career and achievements, and give you the confidence to reach for your goals. Full cultural immersion and working in a professional setting with an Indian team will give you a refreshing perspective on your field, and let the text book learnings come to life. You will be able to share and apply your knowledge whilst learning from professional staff, parents and the children you work with. These learnings and experiences will stay with you to guide your future personal and professional development.

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