Speech Pathology Australia is the national peak body for the speech pathology profession in Australia.
Speech Pathology Australia aims:
To prescribe, guide and govern the clinical and ethical standards of members in their practice of speech pathology
To facilitate and promote opportunities for members to pursue knowledge and develop professionally
To disseminate professional positions to key stakeholder groups including: the government, consumers, referrers and the public
To advocate for and respond to the needs of clients with communication and swallowing difficulties
To promote timely access to services
To represent the interests and views of members of the Association.