Global Certificate in SLS Essentials
-- viewing nowThe Global Certificate in SLS (Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences) Essentials is a comprehensive course designed to equip learners with fundamental skills in communication and swallowing disorders. This certificate course is vital for healthcare professionals, educators, and anyone interested in enhancing communication and swallowing abilities.
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• SLS Fundamentals: Understanding the basics of Systematic Literature Search (SLS), including formulating a research question, creating search strategies, and selecting appropriate databases. • Search Syntax and Operators: Learning the syntax and operators used in different databases to create effective search strategies, including Boolean operators, truncation, phrase searching, and nesting. • Sensitive Searching: Techniques to maximize the capture of relevant literature, minimize the risk of missing relevant studies, and ensure that the search is sensitive and inclusive. • Specific Searching: Methods to narrow down the search results, including the use of filters, limits, and other techniques to focus on the most relevant studies. • Grey Literature Search: Understanding the importance of grey literature in SLS and learning how to search for grey literature sources, such as conference proceedings, theses, and reports. • Evaluating Search Results: Techniques to evaluate the quality and relevance of search results, including critical appraisal, study selection, and data extraction. • Reference Management Software: Learning how to use reference management software, such as EndNote, Mendeley, or Zotero, to organize and manage search results. • Duplicate Removal: Methods to identify and remove duplicate records from the search results to avoid double-counting. • Report Writing: Techniques to write clear, concise, and comprehensive SLS reports, including reporting the search strategy, search results, and study selection process.
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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