Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Act ethically and professionally
• Name, and be familiar with legal frameworks and ethical principles that govern research and practice in speech-language therapy, and implement them in their studies in a well-thought out manner (exams, coursework, etc.)
• Grow personally and professionally
• Name the separate branches of speech-language therapy
• Identify the different stakeholders involved in the practice of speech-language therapy
• Direct their choice of modules within their degree programme in order to develop a career plan in line with the realities in the field and their profile (aspirations, strengths, weaknesses, etc.)
• Understand, describe and analyse the French language
• Demonstrate a perfect command of the French language, orally and in writing, in both production and understanding

Learning Outcomes of UE

The objective of this course is to enable students to acquire knowledge of the code of ethics of speech therapy, in order to allow them to begin to reflect on their field of action as future speech therapists and the appropriate professional attitudes to adopt. The learning outcomes targeted are : To cite and appropriate the legal frameworks, ethical and deontological principles that govern research and practice in speech therapy; to implement them in a reflective manner.

 

UE Content: description and pedagogical relevance

The course will be structured into two main parts:
- the presentation of the main points covered by the code of ethics for speech and language therapists, as well as the legal framework governing the profession (Royal Decree of 20/10/1994 defining the title of speech and language therapist, the minimum conditions for the practice of speech and language therapy, and the associated technical services; Law of 22/08/2002 specifying patients’ rights);
- the application of the acquired knowledge. Students will be required to analyze various case scenarios (either fictional or based on field testimonies), to identify the relevant provisions of the code of ethics involved, and to propose appropriate responses along with suitable professional conduct. This part will also include collective reflective discussions on the different situations addressed.

Prior Experience

Not applicable