Speech-language pathologists can:
- Treat speech, language and voice problems caused by stroke, brain injury or deterioration, developmental delays, learning disabilities, cerebral palsy, cleft palate and hearing loss
- Improve low volume and reduced or unclear speech
- Teach ways to improve memory, problem solving and judgment
- Treat swallowing problems and recommend a safe and appropriate diet
- Provide aural (hearing) rehabilitation to help people with cochlear implants or hearing aids learn to interpret sound
- Recommend other communication methods, including electronic devices and sign language
- Help children with language developmental delay, feeding disorders and hearing problems
