Speech Pathology Australia Professional Standards (2020)
The 20 standards Speech Pathology Australia sets for every speech pathologist and graduate: ethical, lawful, safe and collaborative practice, communication, consent and records, cultural responsiveness and advocacy; reflective practice, CPD and research; and the clinical cycle from assessment and diagnosis to planning, intervention, evaluation and workforce development. A professional association's standards, not law.
Speech Pathology Australia Professional Standards (2020) is a compliance framework from Australia with 3 domains and 20 controls. The largest domains are Domain 1 Professional conduct – Speech Pathology Australia Professional Standards (2020) (7 controls), Domain 2 Reflective practice and life-long learning – Speech Pathology Australia Professional Standards (2020) (7 controls), Domain 3 Speech pathology practice – Speech Pathology Australia Professional Standards (2020) (6 controls). Every control below carries what it requires and what an assessor expects to see.
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Framework Domains (3)
Domain 1 Professional conduct – Speech Pathology Australia Professional Standards (2020)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| speech-pathology-australia-professional-standards-2020::1.1 | 1.1 Provide ethical and evidence-based practice |
| speech-pathology-australia-professional-standards-2020::1.2 | 1.2 Comply with legislation, standards, policies and protocols |
| speech-pathology-australia-professional-standards-2020::1.3 | 1.3 Provide safe and quality services |
| speech-pathology-australia-professional-standards-2020::1.4 | 1.4 Collaborate with individuals, their supports, our colleagues and the community |
| speech-pathology-australia-professional-standards-2020::1.5 | 1.5 Maintain high standards of communication, information sharing and record keeping |
| speech-pathology-australia-professional-standards-2020::1.6 | 1.6 Consider the needs of individuals and communities in clinical decision-making and practice |
| speech-pathology-australia-professional-standards-2020::1.7 | 1.7 Advocate for optimal communication and swallowing |
Domain 2 Reflective practice and life-long learning – Speech Pathology Australia Professional Standards (2020)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| speech-pathology-australia-professional-standards-2020::2.1 | 2.1 Demonstrate self-awareness |
| speech-pathology-australia-professional-standards-2020::2.2 | 2.2 Use critical reflection to inform professional development and practice |
| speech-pathology-australia-professional-standards-2020::2.3 | 2.3 Plan personal development goals |
| speech-pathology-australia-professional-standards-2020::2.4 | 2.4 Participate in professional development |
| speech-pathology-australia-professional-standards-2020::2.5 | 2.5 Acquire, critique and integrate knowledge from a range of sources |
| speech-pathology-australia-professional-standards-2020::2.6 | 2.6 Engage in learning with colleagues, students and the community |
| speech-pathology-australia-professional-standards-2020::2.7 | 2.7 Contribute to the speech pathology evidence base |
Domain 3 Speech pathology practice – Speech Pathology Australia Professional Standards (2020)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| speech-pathology-australia-professional-standards-2020::3.1 | 3.1 Develop shared understanding of speech pathology |
| speech-pathology-australia-professional-standards-2020::3.2 | 3.2 Assess communication and swallowing needs |
| speech-pathology-australia-professional-standards-2020::3.3 | 3.3 Interpret, diagnose and report on assessments |
| speech-pathology-australia-professional-standards-2020::3.4 | 3.4 Plan speech pathology intervention or service response |
| speech-pathology-australia-professional-standards-2020::3.5 | 3.5 Implement and evaluate intervention or service response |
| speech-pathology-australia-professional-standards-2020::3.6 | 3.6 Support development of the profession |
What is Speech Pathology Australia Professional Standards (2020) and who does it apply to?
Speech Pathology Australia Professional Standards (2020) is a compliance framework from Australia with 3 domains and 20 controls. The 20 standards Speech Pathology Australia sets for every speech pathologist and graduate: ethical, lawful, safe and collaborative practice, communication, consent and records, cultural responsiveness and advocacy; reflective practice, CPD and research; and the clinical cycle from assessment and diagnosis to planning, intervention, evaluation and workforce development. A professional association's standards, not law. It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
What does Speech Pathology Australia Professional Standards (2020) actually require?
Speech Pathology Australia Professional Standards (2020) has 20 controls organised across 3 domains. The largest domains are Domain 1 Professional conduct – Speech Pathology Australia Professional Standards (2020) (7 controls), Domain 2 Reflective practice and life-long learning – Speech Pathology Australia Professional Standards (2020) (7 controls), Domain 3 Speech pathology practice – Speech Pathology Australia Professional Standards (2020) (6 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
If I already comply with another framework, how much of Speech Pathology Australia Professional Standards (2020) do I already cover?
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