Mandate
The purpose of the Nova Scotia College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists is to regulate the professions of audiology and speech-language pathology in Nova Scotia. The formation of the College took place on November 5th, 2019.
The College serves and protects the public interest, and governs its members in accordance with the Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists Act, (2015), and the regulations, policies and by-laws of the College.
The College helps ensure the safety and effectiveness of audiology and speech-language pathology services by setting appropriate standards of conduct and competence. It provides the public with an affordable and accessible avenue to report concerns and complaints about the care they have received, and a reasonable expectation that such issues will be effectively addressed. In addition, it serves to advance and promote the practice of the professions as it relates to serving and protecting the public interest.
NSCASLP Vision
Audiologists and speech-language pathologists in Nova Scotia are trusted to provide high-quality, safe and ethical care.
NSCASLP Mission
To serve and protect the public by regulating audiologists and speech-language pathologists and promoting safe, ethical, quality care.
NSCASLP Values
Accountability – We optimize our resources and are transparent in fulfilling our duty to serve and protect the public.
Competence – We promote professional standards to enhance audiologists’ and speech-language pathologists’ provision of safe, ethical, competent care.
Accessibility- We are open, inclusive and welcoming to all members of the public and registrants.
Professionalism – We consistently demonstrate ethical conduct, integrity, respect and fairness.
Collaboration – We are proactive and embrace opportunities to work collaboratively with others.
Strategic Plan 2022-2025
The NSCASLP Board of Directors is pleased to announce that the College has developed a strategic plan for the next three years of operations. Over the next few years, the College will focus on the following strategic directions:
1. Standards of practice, including a new code of ethics and informed consent policy
2. Policies and procedures for College operations
3. Building college capacity, with a particular focus on diversity and inclusion
4. Awareness and communication