Speech-Language Pathology Department
Who We Are and What We Do

What is a Speech-Language Pathologist ?

   There are 35 (full time equivalent) Speech- Language Pathologists working in 28 sites located across 24 communities in Nova Scotia. They all have a master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and are certified by the Canadian Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists. Speech-Language Pathologists provide clinical services in speech, language (speaking and understanding), voice, swallowing, and non-speech communication (e.g. picture communication, "sign" languages, computer devices). Their work includes: helping community groups with initiatives in prevention, awareness, and early intervention; consulting with professionals in hospitals and early intervention programs for children; teaching speech-language pathology interns and students in related fields; participating in research and development of clinical materials and programs, and providing a variety of workshops and training sessions to families, professionals, and other community groups.