The Role of Practical Training in the Development of Special Competencies for Future Speech Therapists

The article examines the importance of practical training in the educational training of future speech therapists. Various forms of practical training, such as laboratory work, clinical practice and simulation training, and their impact on the development of special competencies are analyzed. Special attention is paid to the integration of theoretical knowledge and practical skills, as well as the development of professional thinking and independence of students. The results of an empirical study confirming the effectiveness of practical training in the formation of skills necessary for the successful professional activity of speech therapists are presented. The conclusions of the article emphasize the need to strengthen the practical component in educational programs for the training of highly qualified specialists in the field of speech therapy.