Overview

Speech-language pathologists are healthcare professionals who work with both children and adults to assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders.

More specifically, speech-language pathologists:

provide consultative and intervention services for speech and language disorders from infancy to adulthood

use specialized procedures to assess and diagnose communication and swallowing disorders

develop and implement treatment plans for language, speech, voice and/or swallowing disorders

design and employ alternative communication strategies and devices

counsel clients and families regarding communication and swallowing disorders

consult with and advise other health professionals regarding communication disorders

consult with educators regarding inclusion, communication, speech and language stimulation and teaching strategies for students with communication disorders

educate and supervise students

conduct research aimed at expanding knowledge about processes underlying communication disorders and effective strategies for diagnosis and treatment

Upon completion of Dalhousie University 's Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology programme, students meet the requirements for application for certification by Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC) and for licensure in any of the provinces with government regulation of speech-language pathology.

Careers

Speech-language pathologists work in a variety of environments, including hospitals, community health, child development and rehabilitation centres, private clinics, schools, and universities.

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Accreditation

The School is accredited by CACUP-ASLP which establishes standards for the education of speech-language pathologists and ensures graduates achieve national, entry-level competencies for clinical practice in Canada.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Speech and Language Acquisition

Phonetics

Hearing Measurement

Hearing Disorders

Assessment of Neurogenic Language and Cognitive Disorders - Adult

Clinical Methods - Speech-Language Pathology

Speech Disorders - Children

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

7

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Credits

90 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Halifax, Canada

Disciplines

Speech Pathology View 10 other Masters in Speech Pathology in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.3

English requirements

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92

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65

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7

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General requirements

A four-year bachelor’s degree from a university of recognized standing is required. An honours degree is a strong asset.

There are no specific course prerequisites required for admission.

A minimum GPA of 3.3 (on a 4.3 scale) is required by Dalhousie's Faculty of Graduate Studies. The GPA used in the admission process is calculated using the most recent 60 credit-hours (equivalent to 20 half credit courses) of undergraduate studies for which grades are available at the time of application.

Graduate degrees, diplomas, and certificates will not be counted in your GPA calculation; however, the Admissions Committee may take these additional studies into account when making admission decisions.

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Tuition Fees

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21414 CAD / year

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13648 CAD / year

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Additional Details

International fee includes:

Tuition: $13,648.00

International: $7,766.00

Living costs

Halifax

Canada

1235 - 1956 CAD / month

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Financial information

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