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Developing speech pathology standards for our future CBOS review update

PHASE ONE OF THE REVIEW OF THE COMPETENCY BASED OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR SPEECH PATHOLOGISTS (CBOS) IS NOW COMPLETE. PROGRESS ON THE REVIEW WILL BE SHARED AT THE JOINT CONFERENCE IN JUNE.

The CBOS review is an important initiative of Speech Pathology Australia. It will support development of a future ready workforce capable of delivering best practice and fulfilling the vision and aspirations articulated in Speech Pathology 2030: making futures happen project. Young Futures has been contracted to complete the review (Gretchen Young in collaboration with Angela Murray and Katy O’Callaghan). The CBOS review project method has been designed with a robust governance process to ensure the extensive consultations with members and stakeholders is equitable, representative and as unbiased as possible. Guidance and governance The project receives guidance from several SPA committees. However, final decision making will rest with the Board. The committees and advisory input include:

Competency Standards Advisory Committee (CSAC) • 25 members from across Australia, from a broad range of settings and levels of experience. • Provides advice to the project consultants and PSAC throughout the planning and implementation phases of the project. • Incudes a representation from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advisory Committee. Professional Standards Advisory Committee (PSAC) • Members with senior experience in their respective sectors. • Provides advice and recommendations to the Board regarding all matters related to professional standards including the planning and direction of the CBOS project. • soon to have an appointed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander member.

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