Special pedagogy (logopedia)

Program Description

60112700 – Special Pedagogy: Speech Therapy (Logopedics) is a bachelor's degree program aimed at training qualified specialists to work with children with special educational needs, identify speech disorders, provide corrective interventions, and carry out preventive activities. Students acquire theoretical and practical knowledge in the fields of special pedagogy, speech therapy, defectology, and inclusive education.

Curriculum and Study Plan

During the program, students study:

• Special Pedagogy;
• Fundamentals of Speech Therapy;
• Diagnosis of Speech Disorders;
• Methods of Speech Correction;
• Child Psychology;
• Inclusive Education;
• Anatomy and Physiology;
• Psychological and Pedagogical Diagnostics;
• Educational Technologies;
• Professional Practice.

Students also complete internships in special education institutions and rehabilitation centers.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

• identify and assess speech disorders;
• organize speech therapy sessions;
• develop corrective and developmental programs;
• participate in inclusive education processes;
• provide methodological guidance to parents and teachers;
• carry out educational activities in special education institutions.

Career Opportunities

Graduates may work as:

• Speech Therapist (Logopedist);
• Defectologist;
• Special Education Teacher;
• Inclusive Education Specialist;
• Rehabilitation Center Specialist;
• Speech Therapist in preschool and general education institutions;
• Specialist in Psychological and Pedagogical Diagnostic Centers.

Graduates may also continue their studies at the master's level and engage in scientific research activities.