Speech Pathologist
OSCA 262631·ANZSCO 252712
11,100
43.8%
97%
33 yrs
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
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About this career
Provides diagnostic assessment and management of disorders of communication and swallowing through direct intervention, education, consultancy, advocacy, or a combination of these approaches.
What they typically do
- Assesses and administers standardised and informal tests and observes the person to determine the nature and extent of communication disorders or swallowing difficulties
- Provides services for the treatment and management of communication difficulties including speaking, listening, understanding language, reading, writing, social skills, stuttering and using voice across the lifespan
- Provides services for the treatment and management of swallowing difficulties to assist with oral eating and drinking, sucking, saliva control, mealtime participation and protecting lungs from food, drink and saliva
- Provides information to other Health Professionals, Early Childhood Educators and teachers
- Provides support and counselling to individuals affected by communication and swallowing difficulties, and to their families and carers
- Reports results of assessments and tests in writing, and makes referrals to Medical Practitioners and other services as required
Where they work
States and territories
Share of workers by location
Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Speech Pathologist.
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