Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists perform some or all of the following duties:

• Conduct diagnostic assessments of hearing, speech, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders
• Perform audiometric testing and evaluate hearing impairments
• Fit and adjust hearing aids and amplification devices
• Develop individualized rehabilitation and treatment programs
• Provide therapy for speech, language, and communication disorders
• Diagnose and manage swallowing and voice disorders
• Counsel patients, families, and caregivers on treatment plans and progress
• Supervise assistants, technicians, and support staff
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, educators, and therapists
• Conduct research and develop diagnostic tools and therapy techniques

These are the typical employment requirements and benefits associated with this occupation in Canada:

• A master's degree in audiology is required for audiologists.
• A master's degree in speech-language pathology is required for speech-language pathologists.
• Registration with a provincial regulatory body is mandatory in most provinces.
• Membership in the Canadian Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists is usually required.
• In some provinces, audiologists must obtain a separate licence to dispense hearing aids.
• Without provincial registration, professionals cannot practice independently in Canada.
• Strong demand exists in pediatric, geriatric, and rehabilitation healthcare settings.
• Experience in early-intervention programs or school-based therapy enhances employment opportunities.