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Careers with deaf children and young people
This factsheet explains some of the careers that can involve working with deaf children and young
deaf people. The training and qualifications needed for these careers vary. For some careers, you will
be able to start work immediately after college, and/or get on-the-job training. For some medical
professions you will need to do a degree first, then study further to specialise in a chosen field.
Education
Teacher of deaf children
It is important that deaf children are taught by a person who understands their needs, regardless of
their level of deafness. This makes sure that deaf children are given the same educational
opportunities as hearing children of the same age.
A teacher who specialises in working with deaf children is commonly known as a teacher of the deaf.
Teachers of the deaf require specialised skills. They help deaf children to develop their language skills
and they also play an important role in developing a deaf child's general education.
A teacher of the deaf works in a variety of different settings within the education system. The four
areas in which a teacher of the deaf may work are:
h in a mainstream school h a special unit within a mainstream school
h as a peripatetic teacher h in a school for deaf children
Note: we use the term 'deaf' to cover all types of deafness, including temporary deafness such as glue ear.
The National Deaf
Children’s Society
15 Dufferin Street
London EC1Y 8UR
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To become a teacher of the deaf you must be a qualified teacher (QTS). You
should usually have at least two years classroom experience (this can be less
for deaf people). You then need to take a course in teaching deaf children. The
length of the course can either be one year full-time or more usually two years
part-time.
Contact the education authority1 for information about schools with provision for
deaf children in your area.
Contact the NDCS for the factsheet Training to be a teacher of the deaf. The
British Association for Teachers of the Deaf (BATOD) can also provide further
information (see page 15).
Nursery nurse
A nursery nurse supports the work of the teacher within the classroom or
nursery. They support a child either on an individual basis, or in a small group
to reinforce lessons and also help a child to develop communication skills.
A nursery nurse can work in a variety of settings: child care centres, crèches, in
pre-school or playgroups, nursery schools, schools, after-school clubs, out-ofschool care schemes and also as private nannies.
It is possible for a nursery nurse to specialise in working with deaf children
and/or children with special needs. It is important for a nursery nurse to have
appropriate communication skills. Sign language skills are vital when working
with children for whom this is their first language. However not all deaf children
use sign language. Therefore it is important that you are able to tailor your
communication skills to meet the needs of the individual child.
Nursery nurses may also work with teachers of the deaf and speech and
language therapists.
To be recognised as a nursery nurse you will need an NVQ Level 3 in Early
Years Care and Education, or a CACHE Diploma in Childcare and Education.
For further information contact the Council for Awards in Children's Care and
Education (CACHE), see page 16.
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local education authority (LEA) in England and Wales, the education department in the local council
authority in Scotland or education and library board (ELB) in Northern Ireland.
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CACHE offers training courses and awards diplomas in Childcare and
Education (previously NNEB) and NVQs.
Teaching assistant
The main role of a teaching assistant (TA) is to support and encourage children
to get involved in the social and academic activities at school. They also assist
in the development of a deaf child's communication skills and help them to
become independent learners. A teaching assistant works closely with the
teacher but does not usually have a responsibility to prepare lessons.
Deaf children communicate using different methods (contact the NDCS
Freephone helpline for the factsheet Communication with deaf children and
young people). It is important to have the appropriate skills to be able to
communicate with a deaf child. Sign language skills, although vital, may not be
appropriate all the time. Once you start training as a teaching assistant your
employer will train you. In England there is nationally approved induction
training for assistants. You may also work towards a qualification, such as the
NVQ for Teaching Assistants Level 2 and 3. Working as a TA can lead you
toward a CACHE Specialist Teacher Assistant Award (STA).Teaching
assistants are also known as learning support assistants (LSAs) or classroom
assistants (CAs). Although no formal qualifications are required to work with
deaf children, you must have some relevant experience. For further information
contact CACHE (see page 16).
To find out about vacancies contact your education authority1 and also look out
for job advertisements in specialist magazines such as Nursery World. TA
positions can be in nurseries, primary or secondary schools, including
residential schools for deaf children.
Speech and language therapist
A speech and language therapist works with children and adults who have
difficulties producing and using speech sounds, difficulties using and
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understanding language, fluency (stammering) or problems with their voice.
They may also work with people who have eating and swallowing difficulties.
The speech and language therapist assesses the nature of the client's problem
and then provides appropriate treatment, advice and support. Speech and
language therapy helps people to use their residual speech to the best of their
ability. They also work with children who use sign language, to help them to
develop their auditory skills and speech.
Most speech and language therapists work in NHS hospitals or clinics, but
some work in independent practice. Others may be employed by education
authorities2 to work in schools with deaf children.
To train as a speech and language therapist you need to take a three or four
year first degree course or a two year postgraduate degree. The Royal College
of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) has accredited courses offered at
a number of universities and colleges across the UK. You can also train as a
speech and language therapist's assistant. Specific qualifications or experience
may be of great value in work with certain client groups (e.g experience of
working with deaf children, nursery nurse qualifications etc.) An N/SVQ in Care
at Level 3 is available. For further information contact RCSLT (see page 16).
Connexions Personal Adviser
Personal advisers work for the Connexions Service and provide support for all
young people aged 13 -19 in England. Their aim is to provide advice, guidance
and support to help young people make a smooth transition to adulthood and
working life. Personal advisers may work one-to-one with a young person on a
particular issue, or they may work less intensively with a larger group of young
people. Personal advisers may also work with families, schools, colleges and
employers, as well as working with voluntary, statutory and community
agencies.
To become a fully qualified personal adviser you will need to hold a relevant
qualification at S/NVQ Level 4, or equivalent (such as in Careers Guidance,
Youth Work or Social Work), and complete training specific to Connexions. In
some Connexions partnerships, people can start work as trainees without
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local education authority (LEA) in England and Wales, the education department in the local council
authority in Scotland and education and library board (ELB) in Northern Ireland.
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qualifications. They may do NVQ Level 3 in Guidance or Youth Work and then
continue with the qualifications as for other personal advisers.
Further information is available from local Connexions partnerships, or by
visiting: http://www.connexions.gov.uk
Youth Worker
The Deaf Youth Service aims to empower Deaf young people (from 11 to 25
years old) and develop their skills, abilities and confidence. Members get the
chance to meet other Deaf young people in similar situations, using their
preferred language, British Sign Language (BSL). The Royal Association for
Deaf people provides Youth Clubs and activities throughout the year for Deaf
young people, and have built a support network with other youth services. The
Deaf Youth Service is based at RAD Chelmsford but covers Essex, East
London and South London.
Many youth workers start by visiting Youth Clubs as young people,
volunteering, and then becoming youth workers. Volunteers and youth workers
working for the Deaf Youth Service should have experience of the Deaf
culture/community and be fluent or native BSL users.
Further information is available from the Royal Association for Deaf People (see
Page 16), or by visiting: http://www.royaldeaf.org.uk
Social worker
The role of a social worker covers many aspects of the welfare of deaf children.
Most work for the local council, but others may work in a hospital or educational
setting. Others work with social work teams, voluntary organisations and
alternative service providers delivering statutory services, eg in the fields of
child protection and mental health.
Social workers give advice to families on a range of issues such as benefits,
education, and equipment for the home. They also give advice to schools on
issues relating to Deaf culture and language. They often work with education
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authorities1 in their area to make sure that schools are aware of a child's
individual needs.
Staff in social services may not necessarily be trained specifically to work with
deaf children. Assistant social workers may have a lot of experience working
with deaf people and also relevant communication skills. Such a person may
have the opportunity to study to become a social worker, to further their
knowledge and complement their existing skills.
For a career as a social worker you will need a degree in social work which is
available at undergraduate and post- graduate levels. This new qualification
replaces the Diploma in Social Work (Dip SW) qualification that is currently
being phased out. To specialise as a social worker with deaf people (children or
adults) you will need to have some proficiency in British Sign Language (BSL),
lipreading skills, have knowledge about deaf issues and also be deaf aware. If
you want to work with children you will also need to have a thorough
understanding of principles and legislation relating to Child Protection, the
Childrens Act or the Children (NI) Order (Northern Ireland).
For further information, contact the General Social Care Council (GSCC) in
England; the Care Council for Wales (CCW) in Wales; the Scottish Social
Services Council (SSSC) in Scotland; and the Northern Ireland Social Care
Council (NISCC) in Northern Ireland (see page 16). Each website holds
information on job requirements for various jobs within the social work sector,
working with children and young people, as well as adults.
Health service
Mental health
There are a number of opportunities to train and work in the field of mental
health, catering specifically for deaf children and adults.
Work in this field is carried out by various professionals such as:
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● doctors
● psychiatrists
● clinical psychologists
● research
assistants
● counsellors
● psychotherapists
● registered
psychiatric nurses
● health care workers ● occupational therapists
● family therapists ● speech and language therapists ● social workers
art therapists ● drama therapists ● community psychiatric nurses ●
residential care workers ● care workers ● sign language interpreters
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Training for these professions can be done in various ways, but some can take
a number of years to develop the specialist skills required. For information
regarding opportunities to work in the mental health field, contact the British
Society of Mental Health and Deafness (BSMHD) (see page 15), or MIND (see
page 16).
At present there are three specialists mental health services for deaf adults:
1. The Adult Team, National Deaf Services, South West London and St.
George’s Mental Health Services NHS Trust, in London.
2. The John Denmark Unit at the National Centre for Mental Health and
Deafness, in Manchester.
3. Queen Elizabeth Psychiatric Hospital, Mental Health Services for Deaf
People, in Birmingham.
There is a specialised team for deaf children and their families called the Deaf
Child and Family Services at South West London and St. George’s Mental
Health Services NHS Trust, in London.
The Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID) has a number of residential
homes for deaf adults with specific needs, including mental health problems
(see page 17 for contact details).
Counsellor
Counselling is about listening to a client and supporting them as they work
through their problems. A counsellor works in a variety of settings such as
schools, specialist agencies (eg for alcohol, drugs or child abuse), doctor
surgeries (GP) or private practice, and in other general counselling services. To
be a counsellor with deaf people, you will need to have clear speech for
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lipreading and/or sign language skills, depending on the needs of the individual
client. You will also need an appropriate counselling qualification accredited by
the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
There aren’t any specialist counselling training courses on deafness, though
there are on disability. Most courses are part-time, usually in the evening or on
day release. For information on colleges that offer BACP Accredited Counsellor
training courses and also for further information on training and placement
contact the BACP (see page 15).
Audiology
Audiology is the study of hearing and balance disorders. Paediatric audiology
deals with the assessment of children's hearing and their rehabilitation. The
audiologist works closely with the ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialist. There
are various career opportunities in this field, usually within hospital or
community settings in the NHS, or in private health care.
Audiologist
A fully trained audiologist has in-depth knowledge about hearing, acoustics and
balance. An audiologist has two main roles, diagnostic and rehabilitative. The
diagnostic role involves carrying out a range of tests on children and adults to
determine the level and extent of deafness or a balance problem, to enable
accurate clinical diagnosis.
The rehabilitative role involves long-term management of people with deafness,
balance problems or tinnitus. The audiologist needs to have technical skills and
good listening and communication skills.
Educational Audiologist
Educational Audiologists work closely with deaf children, teachers and families
and give advice about using hearing aids, and about equipment and services for
deaf people. They may assess children’s hearing and communication needs
and fit hearing aids. To train as an Educational Audiologist you need to be a
qualified teacher of the deaf, and then complete an MSc in Educational
Audiology.
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Audiological Scientist
An audiological scientist is a member of a multi-disciplinary team, usually based
in a hospital, and is concerned with the identification and the rehabilitation of
hearing and balance disorders for both children and adults.
An audiological scientist will be involved in making sure that reliable and valid
techniques are used for tests; in making sure that results are interpreted
properly; in the development and assessment of new test techniques and
technological developments; and will also work with patients in a clinic. They
are also involved in the assessment and follow-up testing for children of all
ages, overseeing the fitting and evaluation of their hearing aids.
An experienced audiological scientist may also have a managerial responsibility
for the local audiology service.
Entry level as an audiological scientist is an MSc in Audiology and then
specialist service training.
Hearing therapist
Hearing therapists assess the needs of patients who have lost their hearing
later in life (become deafened), or have tinnitus or balance problems. They give
advice on tactics to help with lipreading and hearing and on how to make the
best use of hearing aids and environmental aids. A hearing therapist may also
work with adults or children who have a cochlear implant and other special
needs groups.
They may also counsel patients who are finding it difficult to cope with the
impact of deafness, and provide other professionals with information and advice
on deafness.
Hearing therapists work as part of the NHS team in hospitals, liaising with
audiological and medical teams, social workers, and also working in the
community.
Previous experience of working with deaf people is an advantage. A hearing
therapist needs to have good clear speech that is easy to lipread.
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Qualifications in Audiology
Several universities in the UK offer an honours degree in Audiology. You will
need to have achieved three A levels or equivalent (including one science
subject). The four-year BSc is a university-based course with several clinical
placements in audiology departments. The third year is spent entirely in clinical
practice. There is also a MSc in Audiology, and a fast track conversion diploma
for those with a BSc in another relevant science subject. For further information
on the career pathway for Audiologists and Audiological Scientists, please
contact the British Academy of Audiology (see page 15). To qualify as a hearing
therapist you can do a BSc in Audiology (which includes clinical training) or on
the job training leading to a Diploma in Hearing Therapy.
Audiological physician
The role of an audiological physician includes investigation, diagnosis and
management of both adults and children with deafness or balance problems. It
also involves the diagnosis and management of patients with tinnitus. An
audiological physician manages a team of scientific and technical staff and
therapists, run on an out-patient basis with an emphasis on rehabilitation. They
are responsible for links with other medical and non-medical professionals
within the hospital, community and in the education and support services.
To become an audiological physician you must complete an MSc on
Audiological Medicine in addition to years of clinical training. For further
information contact the British Association of Audiological Physicians (BAAP),
see page 15.
Communication support
Below is a list of professions in the field of communication support for deaf
people. The following types of communication support are used to assist deaf
people in a variety of situations. (For a factsheet on Communication with deaf
children and young people contact the NDCS Freephone helpline). They are
regarded as specialised professions, each of which requires a certain level of
training.
For further details regarding these particular professions contact the Council for
the Advancement of Communication with Deaf People (CACDP), see page 16.
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Lipreader tutor
A lipreader tutor's role is to encourage a person who is deafened to develop
their lipreading and observational skills. The tutor will provide information about
conversational tactics and environmental aids and inform them about support
services. This can help deafened people recover their confidence and selfesteem. Lipreading tutors are trained to teach adults.
It is important for a lipreader tutor to have clear speech patterns that are easy to
lipread by a deaf person.
For further information on courses for lipreading contact the Association of
Teachers of Lipreading to Adults (ATLA), see on page 15.
Lipspeaker
A lipspeaker is a person trained to accurately convey information in English
from a speaker to a deaf lipreader using silent speech, clear lip patterns, facial
expressions and gestures. Their clients are deaf people who use speech, rather
than sign to communicate.
Lipspeakers can be helpful for deaf people who find themselves in an
environment where there is too much background noise or where a speaker at a
meeting does not have clear lip patterns. They can also be helpful for young
deaf people in further or higher education, at job interviews or meetings.
CACDP has developed curriculum and examinations at two levels – Level 2 &
Level 3 (Vocational Qualifications) Certificate in Lipspeaking. For further
information visit the website www.lipspeaking.co.uk, and also contact CACDP
(see page 16).
British Sign Language/English interpreter
British Sign Language (BSL)/English interpreting is a highly skilled profession
that can provide a wide variety of opportunities to work with deaf children as
well as adults. BSL is a language in its own right, with its own grammatical
structure. Some deaf people prefer to use BSL signs in English word order, this
is known as Sign Supported English (SSE). Interpreters are also available in
SSE.
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Interpreters work for both deaf and hearing people. When a deaf person signs,
the interpreter translates what was signed into spoken English and when the
hearing person speaks, the interpreter then translates what is spoken into BSL.
It takes several years for an absolute beginner to become proficient in BSL.
A sign language interpreter would work with children and young people in a
variety of settings, including schools, colleges, theatre and special events.
To begin to train as an interpreter you will need to have relevant qualifications in
BSL. You then need to follow an approved interpreter training or assessment
programme that leads to eligibility to register with CACDP via the Independent
Registration Panel. There are two options:
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The first is the academic route, by doing a degree or equivalent in
BSL/English interpreting. The length of the course can be between two to
four years. For information on which universities provide these courses
contact UCAS (see page 15).
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The second route is the National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) in
BSL/English Interpreting. Please contact CACDP for further details.
For information contact The Independent Registration Panel, Registration
Department, c/o CACDP (see page 16).
Communication support worker (CSW)
Communication support workers support deaf students in schools, further and
higher education, work, hospitals and many other situations. A CSW is not only
trained in communication skills but also in teaching methods and deaf issues.
They work closely with other professionals such as teachers and interpreters.
Their work can be varied, from notetaking one day to working with BSL users
the next.
Trainee communicators must be at least 19 year old, have CACDP level 2 Sign
Language and demonstrate a good standard of general education. It is also
helpful to have at least one other communication qualification, such as in
lipspeaking or deaf – blind communication. For further details about the training
course contact your local college or university.
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Notetaker
Notetakers support deaf students in further and higher education. They are
expected to be proficient in taking notes, either typed or in hand-written English,
to be passed onto students. If a deaf student has to look away from the
interpreter or lipspeaker to make notes, they may lose track of what is being
spoken. The use of a notetaker allows a student to concentrate on the lesson
and follow what is being spoken or signed.
The course for notetakers can either be taken as part of the Edexcel
professional development award Communication Support Worker with Deaf
Students, or solely as a short course for those who only want to become
notetakers, the CACDP Certificate in Notetaking for Deaf Students Level 2.
People with highly developed keyboard skills can train for electronic
notetaking, which involves working with laptop computers. The information is
stored on a disc and is given to the student at the end of the lecture. The
CACDP offers a course, CACDP Certificate in Electronic Notetaking Level 2.
Electronic notetaking such as SpeedText does not provide a word for word
report. However, a Speech to Text (STT) reporter provides word to word record
of what is being spoken. For further information contact the CACDP (see page
16).
Voluntary work
There are a number of voluntary agencies and charities that work with deaf
children and young deaf people. Your local branch of the Council for Voluntary
Service (CVS) and the local telephone directory will have details of voluntary
organisations in your area. For opportunities to work with deaf children, in a
nursery, playgroup, crèche, or school contact the education authority3 or social
services.
The Deaf UK jobs website has details about jobs with deaf people. Contact
details are on page 16.
For further information contact:
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local education authority (LEA) in England and Wales, the education department in the local council
authority in Scotland and education and library board (ELB) in Northern Ireland.
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http://www.do-it.org.uk
This information is available to individuals, on request, in large
print, audio tape and in Braille.
September 2005
Useful organisations
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Association of Lipspeakers
ALS Information Office, 5 Furlong Close, Upper Tean, Stoke on Trent, Staffs,
ST10 4LB
Tel: 01538 722482 (voice); Text/fax: 01538 722442
Email: [email protected]; website: www.lipspeaking.co.uk
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ATLA - The Association of Teachers of Lipreading to Adults
Westwood Park, London Rd, Little Horkesley, Colchester, CO6 4BS
Email: [email protected]; website: www.lipreading.org.uk
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British Academy of Audiology
Barbara Teat, Admin Secretary, PO Box 346 Peterborough RM, PE6 7ES
Email: [email protected]; website: www.baaudiology.org
These contact details are current from 1 April 2004
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BAAP - British Association of Audiological Physicians
Dr Ros Davies, Hon. Secretary, Department of Neuro-otology, The National
Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery, Queens Square, London WC1N 3BG
Tel: 020 7837 3611 ext 3385 (voice); fax: 020 7829 8775
Email: [email protected]; website: www.baap.org.uk
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BACP - British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy
BACP House, 35-37 Albert St, Rugby, Warwickshire CV21 2SG
Information Line: 0870 443 5252; fax: 0870 443 5160
Email: [email protected]; website: www.bacp.co.uk
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BAEA – British Association of Educational Audiologists
John Ellwood (Chair BAEA), The Old School, Lupton, Carnforth LA6 2PX
Email: [email protected]
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BATOD - British Association of Teachers for the Deaf
175 Dashwood Avenue, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire HP12 3DB
Answerphone: 01494 464 190 (voice & fax)
Email: [email protected]; website: www.batod.org.uk
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BSMHD - British Society for Mental Health & Deafness
Jonathan Issac, c/o UK Council on Deafness, Westwood Park, London Rd, Little
Horkesley, Colchester, CO6 4BS
Tel: 01206 274075 (voice); text: 01206 274076; fax: 01206 274007
Email: [email protected]; website: www.bsmhd.org.uk
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CACDP - Council for the Advancement of Communication with Deaf People
Durham University Science Park, Block 4, Stockton Road, Durham DH1 3UZ Tel:
0191 383 1155 (voice & text); text answerphone: 0191 383 7915
Fax: 0191 383 7914
Email: [email protected]; website: www.cacdp.org.uk
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CACHE - Council for Awards in Children's Care and Education
Keeley Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2B 4BA
Tel: 01727 847 636 (voice); fax: 01727 867609
E-mail: [email protected]; website: www.cache.org.uk
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The City Lit Institute, Centre for Deaf People
Connaught Hall Site, 16 Stukeley St, London, WC2B 5LJ
Tel: 020 7383 7624 (voice); text: 020 7380 0416
Fax: 020 7380 1076
Email: [email protected]; website: www.citylit.ac.uk
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Deaf UK Jobs: A free emailing list that advertises job vacancies that are deaf
related.
Subscribe to: [email protected] or
contact [email protected]
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General Social Care Council
GSCC, Goldings House, 2 Hays Lane, London SE1 2HB
Careers info line tel: 0845 604 6404 (voice); website: www.gscc.org.uk;
www.socialcarecareers.co.uk
Scotland –Tel: 0845 603 0891(voice) e-mail: [email protected]
Wales – Tel: 029 2022 6257 (voice) e-mail: [email protected]
N. Ireland – Tel: 028 90 417 600 (voice) e-mail: [email protected]
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MIND
Granta House, 15-19 Broadway, Stratford, London E15 4BQ
Tel: 08457 660 163 (voice) Monday to Friday 9.15am - 5.15pm
Email: [email protected]; website: www.mind.org.uk
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RAD Youth Service
St Mark’s Centre, Cottage Place, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1NL
Tel: 01245 283777; Fax: 01245 346609; Minicom: 01245 283777
Email: [email protected]; website: www.royaldeaf.org.uk
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RCSLT - The Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists,
2 White Hart Yard, London, SE11NX.
Tel: 020 7378 1200; Fax: 020 7403 7254
E-mail: [email protected]; website: www.rcslt.org
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RNID - Royal National Institute for Deaf People
19-23 Featherstone Street, London EC1Y 8SL
Tel: 0808 808 0123; Text: 0808 808 9000; Fax: 020 7296 8199
Email: [email protected]; website: www.rnid.org.uk
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UCAS - Universities and Colleges Admissions Service for the UK
Rosehill, Newbarn Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL52 3LZ
Tel: 01242 222 444(voice); text: 01242 544 942
Email: [email protected]; website: www.ucas.co.uk
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