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CPD@PaLS is a unit within the Division of Psychology and Language Sciences at UCL which runs a programme of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses, summer courses, study days and national and international conferences. Such events attract professionals from all over the UK and Europe who are working in the area of communication difficulties and speech sciences.

The course participants, predominantly speech and language therapists, teachers and psychologists, seek either to acquire specific skills or to update their knowledge. The topics covered relate to both adults and children who have speech and language difficulties, and reflect the wide range of research interests of the division's staff, including adult and paediatric dysphagia, dyspraxia, CAMH, behavioural issues, supervision, counselling, language disorders and British Sign Language. They aim to disseminate information and encourage closer links between professionals in higher education and health, education and social services.

A variety of teaching methods are used on the courses including lectures, workshops, seminars, discussions and role-plays.

Courses can also be designed and tailor made specifically to meet the needs of an organisation.

Our comprehensive programme runs during the academic year and summer term.

Our Aims

For Professionals

CPD@PaLS provides events for qualified speech and language therapists and professionals interested in the field of communication disorders.

CPD@PaLS aims to facilitate continuing professional development through:

· The identification of training and educational needs.

· The design and organisation of courses, conferences, seminars, study days and summer schools.

· The dissemination of information from recent research.

· The provision of forums to exchange information and idea.

· The provision of a resource centre in specialist areas of communication.

For PaLS Support Staff

CPD@PaLS is always looking for creative and innovative ways to engage and develop admin staff in our division. For further details, see SHARE@UCL.

For full details about SHARE@UCL please look at our page.

Our Services

Our administrative and organisational support and facilities are available within the division for a nominal fee. If you are interested please contact us (see below). We also provide support to external clients at a competitive rate.