Helen Marlow

Helen Marlow is an Associate Lecturer at the University of Reading's School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences, where she serves as a clinical educator and practitioner. A qualified Speech and Language Therapist and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), her responsibilities include coordinating the 'Child Development Assignment', convening undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Medicine and Clinical Practice, and providing training for placement educators across the Speech and Language Therapy programmes.

Education:

• Qualified as Speech and Language Therapist at University of Reading

Research and Clinical Focus: Helen specializes in developmental speech and language impairments and autism spectrum disorders, with current clinical work centered on pediatric cases at the University's on-site independent Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) clinic. Her teaching spans foundational to advanced clinical modules for MSc and MSci Speech and Language Therapy students, emphasizing evidence-based practice in child development and therapeutic interventions. She bridges academic theory with hands-on clinical training through structured placements.

Scientific Awards:

• No awards documented in available sources

Academic Leadership: As coordinator of the Child Development Assignment, Helen shapes curriculum design while mentoring students through complex case studies. She trains placement educators across regional clinics to maintain clinical training standards, ensuring students receive consistent supervision during practical experiences. Her work directly impacts the development of future speech and language therapists.

Clinical Infrastructure: Helen operates within the University's integrated SLT clinic—a dual-purpose facility serving as both a community healthcare provider and immersive training environment. She collaborates with a multidisciplinary team of clinical tutors to deliver the MSc/MSci programmes, with particular focus on pediatric assessment protocols and intervention strategies.