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Speech-language pathology is known by a variety of names in different countries: Speech-language pathology (SLP) in the United States [1], Canada [2], Malta [3], Italy [4], and in the Philippines Speech and language therapy (SLT) in the United Kingdom, Ireland [5], and South Africa [6]. Within the United Kingdom a Speech and Language Therapy team is sometimes referred to as the "SALT" team, to avoid confusion with Senior Leadership Team. S< is preferable however, and closer to the official abbreviation SLT used by RCSLT (Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists) [7]. Speech pathology in Australia [8], and the Philippines Speech-language therapy in New Zealand Speech therapy in India [9], Hong Kong [10] and other Asian countries. Speech and language pathologist in the Netherlands, the title for graduates from University who can participate in research. Speech and language therapist (logopedist) are educated to give therapy in the Netherlands. Prior to 2006, the practice of Speech-Language Pathology in the United States was regulated by the individual states. Since January 2006, the 2005 "Standards and Implementation Procedures for the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology" guidelines given by The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) have determined the qualification requirements to obtain "Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Fellowship". First, individuals must obtain an undergraduate degree, which may be in a field related to speech-language-hearing sciences. Second, individuals must graduate from an accredited master's program in speech-language pathology. Many graduate programs will allow coursework absent in undergraduate study to be completed during graduate work. Some states licensure regulations differ. The Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) is granted after the clinical fellowship year (CFY), when the individual provides services under the supervision of an experienced and licensed SLP. After a CCC in Speech-Language Pathology is awarded, continuing education is required every three years to maintain certification.[3] Post-master's graduate study for a Speech-Language Pathologist may consist of academic, research, and clinical practice. A doctoral degree (Ph.D or Speech-Language Pathology Doctorate) is currently optional for clinicians wishing to serve the public. |
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