Overview
The Postgraduate Certificate in Neurological Speech Therapy is an essential subject in the training of the specialist in communication disorders.
The knowledge of the brain and its characteristics and alterations, especially in the last few decades with the rise of neuroscience, has given relevance to the understanding of the most basic and complex aspects of human communication.
This overcomes the perspective that knowledge of communication is sustained only by observable facts since, following new scientific and technological advances, we are in a position to investigate the biological substrates that propitiate and generate such behaviour.
This programme is part of the Master in Applied Neuroscience.
Duration: 5 months (20ECTS)
Modality: Online
Estimated number of study hours: 500 (100 hours/module)
Start Date: April 1st, 2025
Language: English
Entry Requirements:
We accept a wide variety of qualifications and welcome applications from students of all backgrounds.
Contact SAERA (information@saera.eu) if you have any query regarding your eligibility.
Study Programme
Neuroscience of Language (April)
1. Basic concepts of language
• What is language?
• Features of human language
• Language components
2. Development and language acquisition
• Language acquisition
• Language development
3. Biological dimension of language
• Central nervous system
• Hemispheric asymmetry of language
• Location of the brain areas involved in language
4. Neurology and neuropsychology of language
• Neuroscience study techniques
• Neurological bases of language
5. Language disorders at the central nervous system
• Introduction
• Language disorders
Teacher: Silvia González Iglesias MSc. Psychologist and Master in Psychogerontology. Teacher Accreditation Certificate in e-learning and Teaching Coordinator of SAERA.
Psychology of Language (May)
1. Introduction.
• Psycholinguistic processes.
• Central questions in psycholinguistics.
2. Perception of Language
• Speech articulation
• Acoustic bases
• Language perception
3. Word processing
• Structure of the lexicon of words
• Mental lexicon
• Experimental methods and empirical findings.
• Theoretical methods of lexical access
4. Sentence processing
• How is grammar combined?
5. Discourse comprehension
• The representations of discourse.
• The shape of ideas in discourse: propositions.
• Propositions as unit of psychological processing and the effect of levels.
• Macrostructure and themes.
• Comprehension and knowledge: schemes.
• Mental models and scenarios in speech comprehension.
• Discursive and textual interferences.
• The given-new contract and discourse comprehension.
Teacher: Sonia García Serrano MSc. Psychologist, Addiction Specialist. Psychologist in PREVI, Clinical Psychology Centre in Castellón and Centro Residencial Novaedat, Spain.
Neurological Speech Therapy (June)
1. Functional Neuroanatomy
2. Neuroimaging Techniques
3. Written Language Disorder
4. Aphasias
5. Fluent Aphasias
6. Alexia
7. Agraphia
8. Specific Language Impairment (SLI)
9. Dyslexia
10. Dysarthria
11. Anarthria
12. Dysphagia
13. Geriatric Neurological Speech Therapy
Teacher: Carlos Domingo Benito MSc: Speech Therapist and Audiologist at University Hospital de la Ribera in Valencia, Spain.
Speech Therapy and Neurological Rehabilitation (July)
1. Written Language Disorders and Rehabilitation of Dyslexia
2. Rehabilitation of Aphasias
3. Rehabilitation of Alexia, Agraphia, Dysarthria and Anarthria
4. Rehabilitation of Dysphagia
5. Treatment of Specific Language Impairment (SLI)
6. Geriatric Treatment in Speech Therapy
7. Interpretation of Neuroimaging Techniques
Teacher: Carlos Domingo Benito MSc: Speech Therapist and Audiologist at University Hospital de la Ribera in Valencia, Spain.
Research Article (August)
Methodology
SAERA uses a self-paced learning method, i.e., it is not necessary to be online on a determined schedule. This model is extremely flexible, allowing you to study around existing work and family commitments. All of the course materials are available as soon as the course starts, and the student goes through them at their own speed.
Our distance learning model combines teaching through virtual classroom, tutorial support and online self-study.
The students of the Master are connected and in constant communication through discussion forums led by course tutors and the internal messaging of the virtual campus. This will help them solve doubts by exchanging knowledge and acquiring greater skills when it comes to passing each module.
The assessment will be conducted entirely online, and includes several modes of assessment including the following:
. Assignments: Each assignment is different and can include essay assignments, case-based assignments, short questions, etc. Full details are offered within the module itself.
. Multiple choice questions tests
. Short answer questions test
Each assignment that is required for a course is clearly shown on the Virtual Classroom. You must submit your assignment before the end of the month in order for it to be accepted as “on time.”
Teaching Board
Students are supported by asynchronous discussion with e-tutors – all leading clinicians in their field.
Carla Carratalá Ros PhD. PhD in Psychology from the Universitat Jaume I with International Mention specialised in the study of dopamine´s role in the regulation of active symptoms of depression. Master in Neurosciences.
Carlos Domingo Benito MSc: Speech Therapist and Audiologist at University Hospital de la Ribera in Valencia, Spain.
Sonia García Serrano MSc. Psychologist, Addiction Specialist. Psychologist in PREVI, Clinical Psychology Centre in Castellón and Centro Residencial Novaedat, Spain.
Accreditation
You will receive an Postgraduate Certificate in Neurological Speech Therapy equivalent to 500 hours of study (20 ECTS). The certificate obtained may be issued by SAERA or by Lucentum Universitas.
Upon enrolment, students must indicate to SAERA the type of certification they wish to obtain at the end of their studies and may not change their choice during the training process.
You can find more information on each of these options by clicking here.
Optional recognition
The students have the option to include in their certificate the recognition of the Hague Apostille. A country that signs the Hague Convention recognises the legal effectiveness of a public document issued in another country that signs the Convention.
If the convention applies between two countries, the Apostille is sufficient to certify a document’s signatures legality, and removes the need for double-certification, by the originating country and then by the receiving country.
The students have the option to include in their certificate the recognition of the Hague Apostille. The price of this service is 90€ (shipping costs not included).
You can download the Apostille Request Form here
Also visit the Updated list of the Countries adhering to the Convention
If you need assistance, please contact to information@saera.eu
Application and Admission
It may take several days to complete all steps of the application procedure, so make sure to start your application well in time.
Start Date: April 1st, 2025
Steps to enroll:
1- Fill in the online form
2. We will contact you to confirm your registration and inform you about payment methods.
3. Make the payment of the enrollment fee.
What is required in my application?
You must submit:
(1) enrollment form
(2) copy of your resume or CV
(3) copy of Diploma or Degree
(4) copy of your passport or national ID
(5) a passport size picture
(6) payment of the total fee or first instalment.
Need Help Enrolling?
If you need any assistance in enrolling, please feel free to contact us at information@saera.eu or send us a text using our WhatsApp number (+34) 651 439 480 and one of our staff will assist you.
Payment Plan Options
Payment Plan
Fee
1,200€
Instalments
You have the option to instantly finance your course up to 3 months. Contact us at information@saera.eu and request more info.
Payment Methods
By credit or debit card
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Paying your tuition fees by bank transfer
The payment must be made to the below bank account:
Bank account: ES37 0049 1078 1626 1062 1943
Bank: Banco Santander
SWIFT/BIC Code: BSCHESMM
Account holder: School of Advanced Education, Research and Accreditation, S.L.
Reference: “Course name– Name and Surname”
Paypal
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