Speech Pathologist
Example Course
Master of Speech Pathology (Graduate Entry)
This graduate entry course aims to educate professional speech pathologists using best practice educational methods to develop graduates who are competent, reflective and innovative practitioners in the field of speech pathology. A problem-based learning curriculum has been adopted in order to achieve this goal, with emphasis on group processes and the key competency of being able to operate as part of a team.
Location
Australia
Duration
2 years
Intakes Available
January 2011
Skills recognition
On successful completion of this speech pathology course, graduates become a qualified speech pathologist and are eligible to apply for membership of Speech Pathology Australia.
Career Outcomes
Speech pathologists can find rewarding careers in a wide range of settings, including schools (ranging from kindergarten and preschool through to high school), community health centres, hospitals, rehabilitation units, nursing homes, private practice, specialist disability services as well as in academic, research and management positions. Note: Significant shortages of Speech Pathologists are evident in Australia in education, paediatrics, disability services, locum positions and regional and outer metropolitan areas.