Summary Speech Therapist in the West Coast–Northern Peninsula–Labrador Region

Find key facts and figures about working as a speech therapist. The following information is applicable to all Audiologists and speech-language pathologists (NOC 31112).

Description

Audiologists diagnose, evaluate and treat individuals with peripheral and central hearing loss, tinnitus and balance problems. Speech-language pathologists diagnose, assess and treat human communication disorders including speech, fluency, language, voice and swallowing disorders. Audiologists and speech-language pathologists are employed in hospitals, community and public health centres, extended care facilities, day clinics, rehabilitation centres and educational institutions, or may work in private practice. Audiologists and speech-language pathologists who are supervisors are included in this unit group.

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Requirements

University

This occupation usually requires a university degree (bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate).

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Wages

$41.99/hour

Median wage in the West Coast–Northern Peninsula–Labrador Region

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Prospects

Good

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Jobs

6 jobs

advertised in the West Coast–Northern Peninsula–Labrador Region

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Competencies

  • Oral Communication: Oral Comprehension
  • Oral Communication: Oral Expression
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Learning and Teaching Strategies
  • Instructing

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