Group
Occupation
262631 Speech Pathologist
Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
First release
262631 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 across the lifespan.
Alternative title
- Speech Therapist
Skill level: 1
Main tasks
- Assesses and administers standardised and informal tests and observes the person to determine the nature and extent of communication disorders or swallowing difficulties
- Provides services for the treatment and management of communication difficulties including speaking, listening, understanding language, reading, writing, social skills, stuttering and using voice across the lifespan
- Provides services for the treatment and management of swallowing difficulties to assist with oral eating and drinking, sucking, saliva control, mealtime participation and protecting lungs from food, drink and saliva
- Provides information to other Health Professionals, Early Childhood Educators and teachers
- Provides support and counselling to individuals affected by communication and swallowing difficulties, and to their families and carers
- Reports results of assessments and tests in writing, and makes referrals to Medical Practitioners and other services as required