SLPs: Less can be more, so get rid of stuff!
The big picture: Most SLPs seek to add new services, projects, and workflows to improve the quality of their work for clients. But what if – instead – we asked…
Senior SLPs: double-down on your strengths to avoid burn out
The big picture: Too many senior SLPs in private practice get stuck offering too many types of services for too many populations of clients. This ignores the theory of comparative…
Speech pathologists: don’t go it alone in 2025!
The big picture: For lots of reasons, many SLPs are reluctant to ask for help when they need it. Some SLPs end up out of their depth, stressed out, and…
Speech pathologists should consider notifications and continuity of supports for clients over the holiday period
As we approach the holiday season, a few reminders: Here’s what we say: Read more: NDIS Practice Standards and Quality Indicators (Version 4), Core Module 2.
Australian SLP Spark Alert: Australian SLPs must review their marketing materials and websites ASAP!
The big picture: On 13 November 2024, the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) warned providers to review their advertising about NDIS services as a matter of urgency. Why it…
Australian SLP Spark Alert: Scope of Practice Review Final Report makes national AHPRA registration or accreditation more likely for SLPs
The big picture: On 5 November 2024, we got our hands on a copy of the long-awaited 219-page Final Report from the Unleashing the Potential of our Health Workforce –…
SLP regulation in Australia: what matters most right now?
The big picture: Speech-language pathologist (SLP) regulation affects us all. NDIS and other regulatory changes seem likely; and it helps to understand where we are, what’s at stake, and what…
Australian SLP Spark: NDIS Reminder: update your invoice systems before 2 November 2024
The big picture: The NDIS CEO expects SLP providers to be up to speed on the new NDIS rules before 2 November 2024 (i.e. by close of business on Friday,…
Australian SLP Spark: speech pathologists must not engage in referral arrangements, secret commissions, kick-backs, or other dodgy practices
Why: It’s unethical, unprofessional, and potentially illegal. Zoom in: Go deeper: