Speech and Language UK, tutor training programmes:
We are delighted that you are considering joining our network of Speech and Language UK Licensees!
If you have any questions, please send us an email at licensing@speechandlanguge.org.uk.
For more information, please read our webpage here. If you meet the training requirements, we would like you to apply by filling the form on the webpage. Applications are reviewed by Speech and Language UK’s lead advisors and then approved for certain courses based on the applicants’ experience.
If you have any questions, please send us an email at licensing@speechandlanguge.org.uk.
Our Talk Boost programmes (Interventions):
No.
Name of Programme
Tutor Training Time
Price from Jan 2025
1.
Early Talk Boost
Targeted intervention aimed at 3–4-year-old children with delayed language.
Targeted intervention aimed at 3–4-year-old children with delayed language.
To learn more, visit our webpage for Early Talk Boost
1 Day
Tutor Training - £300+VAT
Tutor Resources - £300
Annual License Fee - £50+VAT
2.
Talk Boost Key Stage 1
Targeted intervention for 4–7- year-old children with language that is delayed, including children in Reception classes.
Targeted intervention for 4–7- year-old children with language that is delayed, including children in Reception classes.
Practitioner resources for 2 people – Teacher and Teaching Assistant
1 Day
Tutor Training - £300+VAT
Tutor Resources - £300
Annual License Fee - £50+VAT
3.
Talk Boost Key Stage 2
Targeted intervention aimed at children 7–10- year-old children with delayed language, aiming to boost their language skills helping them to catch up with their peers.
Targeted intervention aimed at children 7–10- year-old children with delayed language, aiming to boost their language skills helping them to catch up with their peers.
Practitioner resources for 2 people – Teacher and Teaching Assistant
1 Day
Tutor Training - £300+VAT
Tutor Resources - £300
Annual License Fee - £50+VAT
4.
Talk for Work
An evidenced targeted intervention that helps students aged 14 to 18 with poor communication skills to be ready for the workplace
An evidenced targeted intervention that helps students aged 14 to 18 with poor communication skills to be ready for the workplace
To learn more, visit our webpage for Talk for Work
1 Day
Tutor Training - £300+VAT
Tutor Resources - £200
Annual License Fee - £50+VAT
Our Whole School Programmes:
1.
Early Talk
A programme aimed at the early years workforce in partnership with parents to support the communication needs of children from birth to age 5.
A programme aimed at the early years workforce in partnership with parents to support the communication needs of children from birth to age 5.
NB – The Working with Parents and Working with under 3 modules have been removed from the Early Talk programme and will be delivered online from September 2025
1/2 Day
Tutor Training - £100+VAT
Tutor Resources - £105
Annual License Fee - £50+VAT
2.
Primary Talk
A training and development programme that supports the communication and development of all children aged 4 – 11, including those with speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN)
A training and development programme that supports the communication and development of all children aged 4 – 11, including those with speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN)
To learn more, visit our webpage for Primary Talk
1/2 Day
Tutor Training - £100+VAT
Tutor Resources - £140
Annual License Fee - £50+VAT
Our Parent Programme:
1.
Tots Talking
Tots Talking is a programme aimed at parents and caregivers of 2-year-old children who are not using contingent language with them.
Tots Talking is a programme aimed at parents and caregivers of 2-year-old children who are not using contingent language with them.
To learn more, visit our webpage for Tots Talking.
1 Day
Tutor Training - £200+VAT
Tutor Resources - £150
Annual License Fee - £50+VAT
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Contact Us
Speech and Language UK
Unit A The Cube Building
17-21 Wenlock Road
London
N1 7GT
Unit A The Cube Building
17-21 Wenlock Road
London
N1 7GT
General enquiries
020 7843 2510
info@speechandlanguage.org.uk
Media enquiries
media@speechandlanguage.org.uk
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Speech and Language UK is the operating name of I CAN Charity, a registered charity in England and Wales (210031) and Scotland (SC039947), which is a company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales (00099629). Registered address: Unit A The Cube Building 17-21 Wenlock Road London N1 7GT
With thanks to our late patron the late Queen Elizabeth II
The skills discovery tool may recommend training, resources and organisations that can help you develop your knowledge and skills. Before investing your time or resources, consider whether a course, programme or approach is right for you and the children and young people you support.
When considering training or an approach, ask yourself:
- Is it based on current research and evidence?
- Are the claims realistic and proportionate?
- Are the trainers suitably qualified and experienced?
- Can the approach be adapted to different children, young people and contexts?
- Does it encourage professional judgement rather than promoting a single solution for every child, young person or situation?
Be cautious if training or an approach:
- promises quick, guaranteed or dramatic results
- claims to work for every child or young person
- relies mainly on testimonials, social media popularity, influencer endorsements or personal stories rather than evidence
- discourages questions, critical discussion or scrutiny
- lacks transparency about qualifications, costs, evidence or outcomes.
Use your professional judgement, review the evidence and always consider whether an approach is appropriate for the children and young people you support.
What Works database
If you want to explore the evidence behind speech, language and communication programmes, we recommend using our What works database.
It brings together information about a wide range of programmes and approaches and summarises the evidence available for each one.
Endorsed by the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists, our What Works database can help you make evidence-informed decisions.
The database does not tell you which programme to choose. Instead, it helps you understand the available evidence so you can combine it with your professional judgement and knowledge of the child or young person.
Formal training is only one way to develop your knowledge, skills and confidence. You can also learn through:
- observing or shadowing colleagues, including speech and language therapists
- coaching, mentoring and peer support
- supervision, appraisal and professional discussions
- reflecting on your practice through activities such as:
- recording yourself (with appropriate consent)
- keeping a reflective journal
- seeking feedback from colleagues, children, young people and families
- professional networks and multi-agency working
- reading professional guidance, research and evidence-informed resources
- applying new learning in practice and reviewing its impact.
The most effective professional development often combines formal training with opportunities to practise, reflect, receive feedback and learn from others.