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Speech-language pathologists specialize in evaluating and managing diverse speech, language, voice, swallowing, and cognitive-communication disorders. These conditions may stem from anatomical or physiological issues, developing gradually or arising suddenly due to strokes, traumatic brain injuries, or head/neck cancers.
Western University's Speech-Language Pathology program stands as a global pioneer, having contributed significantly to advancing cutting-edge therapies for language, speech, swallowing, and voice disorders. Students benefit from personalized instruction through hands-on labs and clinical teaching sessions, utilizing top-tier educational and research resources. The School of Communication Sciences and Disorders houses Canada's most extensive on-campus speech and hearing facility - the H.A. Leeper Speech and Hearing Clinic.
This intensive two-year (6-term) full-time program requires in-person attendance without conventional study breaks
The curriculum seamlessly combines structured academic coursework with clinical practice requirements
A 4year degree from an accredited university Transcripts outside of Canada and US must be evaluated for equivalency by WES World Education Services Both the original transcript and WES evaluation must be submitted to ORPAS Possess a minimum 3.30 Sub GPA in the final 2 years 10 Full or 20 Half Courses of your undergraduate program Applicants who did not complete their entire undergraduate degree in an English Speaking institution must submit proof of English Language proficiency