Third Level Education
Dail Éireann — 2023-03-30
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Alan Dillon (FG), Mayo

The limited availability of speech and language courses that are specifically focused on the disability and mental health sectors makes it difficult for prospective students to find a course to meet their interests and career goals. As a result of this limited availability and the many students applying for a small number of places, competition is fierce. This makes it difficult for students to secure places on their preferred courses. Clinical placements are also a crucial part of speech and language courses, providing students with practical experience and exposure to real-world situations. What is the Department doing to remove barriers for students and to address vacancies in the disability and mental health sectors?

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Sitting date: 2023-03-30