Canadian Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (CASLPA)

Overview:

Profession(s): Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
Member Type(s): Speech-Language Pathologists, Audiologists and Supportive Personnel
Scope: National - Canada
Formed: 1964
Registration No.: 106842867RR0001
Address: 1 Nicholas St., Suite 920, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 7B7, Canada
Phone: 613-567-9968
Fax: 6130567-2859
Email: caslpa@caslpa.ca
Website: www.caslpa.ca

Description:

CASLPA is the single national body that supports the needs, interests and development of speech-language pathologists, audiologists and supportive personnel across Canada. CASLPA offers various membership categories as well as certification for its members. Membership is available to individuals who are graduates of Canadian University Programs of audiology or speech-language pathology or graduates of non-Canadian programs judged to be equivalent. Membership is also available to graduates of a supportive personnel program in speech-language pathology and/or audiology.

Mission/Aims:

The CASLPA vision statement is:

Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists working collaboratively to maximize the communication potential of all Canadians.

CASLPA's mission statement is:

To champion and support the professional needs of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists, to facilitate the growth and development of our members thereby maximizing the communication potential of Canadians.

Member Benefits:

Advocacy activities
Public awareness campaigns
Group insurance
Discounts
Professional development

Training/Licensing/Certification:

National Certification Exam and continuing education program.

Verification Criteria:

Provincial Licensure where required and/or CASLPA certification.