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Dr Ayanda Simelane
Head of Programme
Research Interests
- Parenting Challenges
- Developmental Challenges
- Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Brief Bio
Dr Ayanda P Letsoalo is a lecturer and researcher specialising in developmental psychology, neurodevelopmental disorders, mental health challenges of parenthood. She is currently working as a Lecturer in Psychology, School of Social Science, IIE MSA, Johannesburg, South Africa. Dr Letsoalo obtained her Doctorate Degree (2021) from the University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa.
Prior to that, she earned her Bachelor’s and Honours Degree from the University of KwaZulu Natal (2010-2013) and a Master’s degree from the University of the Witwatersrand (2014) in Psychology.
Dr Simelane has extensive experience in lecturing/teaching, and mentorship. Her research interests are autism spectrum disorders, and parenting. She is an established researcher, with over 5 years of experience in the field.