Career - Speech Pathologist

Speech Pathologists will establish the exact nature and severity of each client's communication and/or swallowing problems, which may require the use of special equipment and tests and will plan and carry out treatment and management, taking into account age, social, educational and workplace needs, and physical and intellectual abilities. They will prescribe electronic and non-electronic alternatives, and communication aids and devices and work with children who are unable to communicate effectively due to intellectual disability, developmental delays, physical disability and/or learning difficulties. They will treat adults whose language, speech or voice has been affected by surgery, disease or disorders of the nervous system, brain injury, dementia or hearing loss and help children and adults to overcome stuttering. They will assess and treat children and adults who have difficulty chewing and/or swallowing and will act as a consultant to education, medical, dental and other health professionals. They will provide ongoing support, advice and information to clients, families and other significant persons (such as friends, carers and educators) in order to support successful communication interactions and safe and effective mealtimes.

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