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ANZSCO 252712Skill Level 1

Speech Pathologist

Provides diagnostic assessment and management of disorders of communication and swallowing through direct intervention, education, consultancy, advocacy, or a combination of these approaches.

Skill Level

Level 1

Bachelor degree or higher

Assessing Authority

SPA

The Speech Pathology Association of Australia Limited

Eligible Visas

11

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Skilled Lists

2

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1

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3

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Overview

What this occupation involves according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

Provides diagnostic assessment and management of disorders of communication and swallowing through direct intervention, education, consultancy, advocacy, or a combination of these approaches.

Typical Tasks

Common duties performed in this role.

Assessing and diagnosing the extent of client hearing loss using a wide range of techniques, including audiometric tests
Reporting results of assessments and tests in writing and making referrals to medical practitioners
Recommending solutions to those with hearing impairment including amplification, implantable devices, medical interventions and assistive listening devices and providing aural rehabilitation programs
Providing counselling, advice and information to clients and families as a part of overall treatment
Assisting with the development and management of noise control and hearing conservation strategies
Administering standardised and informal tests and observing clients to determine the nature and extent of their communication disorders or swallowing difficulties
Providing treatment and management of speech, language, learning and communication disorders that may be developmental, part of a disability, or acquired as a result of injury or disease
Advising on the positioning of the body and on the textures of food and fluids which assists an individual to eat and swallow safely without choking
Providing information and education to health professionals, early childhood educators and teachers, and support and counselling to individuals affected by communication and swallowing difficulties, and to their families and carers.

Education & Experience

Indicative requirements for skills assessment.

Qualification

Bachelor degree or higher

Work Experience

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Closely Related Field

A qualification in a closely related field may be accepted with additional experience.

Documents Checklist

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Assessing Authority

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The Speech Pathology Association of Australia Limited

SPA

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Skills Assessment Requirements

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Visa Eligibility

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State & Territory Nominations

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Alternative Titles & Specialisations

Other names and specialisations classified under this ANZSCO code.

Alternative Titles

  • Speech Therapist

Specialisations

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