What is the difference between a Speech-Language Pathologist, a Communicative Disorders Assistant and a Speech Teacher/Correctionist?
When it comes to speech and language services, job titles are important. As a consumer of professional services, it is critical that you understand how job titles signify important distinctions in roles and training. Speech-Language Pathologists have Masters Degrees in Communicative Disorders from a recognized university, and must be registered with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario in order to practice. The College protects the public from unqualified practitioners, and helps to ensure quality of services. High standards are maintained by limiting the use of the title “Speech-Language Pathologist” to graduates from recognized universities, and monitoring the continuing education of members. Only Speech-Language Pathologists are qualified to assess, treat and consult on a broad range of communication and swallowing disorders. Communicative Disorders Assistants (CDAs) are graduates of a 12 month post-diploma program offered at Georgian College in Or
