Professional Development Opportunities
In order to be compliant with changes to the Health Professions Act (HPA), this upcoming events page and our job board will be discontinued at the end of 2021.
As of November 30, 2021, we will no longer be posting any new events or accepting any employment ads.
ACSLPA provides these professional development listings for your information. Posting an event does not imply endorsement.
Please Note: Speech-language pathologists or audiologists from outside of Alberta, and not registered with ACSLPA, conducting a speech-language pathology or audiology training course or clinical presentation in Alberta must be registered with ACSLPA with Courtesy Registration before providing professional services. Please contact ACSLPA for more information.
December 2020
This 3-day dynamic and hands-on course includes theory, demonstration and hands-on practice learning. The goal of this 3-day course is provide attendees with a comprehensive understanding of what OMDs are as well as the knowledge, skill and confidence to appropriately identify, diagnose and successfully treat them. Attendees will leave this course with the knowledge and tools required to put their new skills immediately into action in current practice and/or as a foundation to develop a successful and effective private practice. Attendees will work through and receive the personalized ORPP framework and resources including: ORPP assessment protocol and all ORPP treatment/home exercise [...]
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We are excited to announce the launch of the Corbett Aphasia Rehabilitation and Education (CARE) program in January 2021. What is CARE? CARE is an place for people with aphasia (PWA) and their families to connect and access therapy as they move through various stages of recovery. Initially services will focus on the PWA, expanding to provide family programming in the future. CARE is supported by the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) in the Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Alberta. Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) Esther Kim and Andrea Ruelling will oversee CARE services, with therapy provided by SLP students [...]
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The ORPP Introduction and Screening course is a one-day course aimed at highlighting a key link between orofacial myofunctional disorders [OMDs] and articulation ~ proper oral rest posture. Attendees will learn how to identify this common, yet often unidentified barrier to successful speech articulation treatment and will received personalized materials they can use in their practice the very next day! Learning Objectives: At the end of this one-day course attendees will be able to: Define orofacial myofunctional disorders. Recognize the potential impact of dentition on articulation. Screen and identify neurotypical children with orofacial myofunctional disorders (OMDs). Understand how poor oral rest posture [...]
Find out moreMarch 2021
The Bilingualism & Multilingualism Development (BAM!TO) Lab at the University of Toronto is offering an online workshop on Friday, March 26th (11-3pm EST) that will focus on bilingual language development in Canada. The speaker lineup features Dr. Johanne Paradis, Professor at University of Alberta who will be speaking about the bilingual development of Syrian refugee children arriving in Canada; as well as Dr. Stefka Marinova-Todd, Associate Professor at UBC who will discuss bilingualism and autism; and early career researcher Dr. AJ Orena whose work focuses on caregiver speech in French-English homes. Please register for the event here: www.tinyurl.com/bamworkshop For more details, see the poster attached and visit our event page: www.tinyurl.com/bamworkshop All are welcome to attend online. Link details will be provided following [...]
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The Certificate in Teaching Students with Complex Communication Needs (CTSCCN) provides you with opportunities to enhance your skills in a two-year, part-time, online program that facilitates studying without taking a leave from your career. It is designed for teachers, learning coaches, and related health professionals who want to enhance their knowledge and practice in working with students with significant disabilities, particularly those who require augmentative and alternative communication supports. Application deadline: May 31, 2021. To join the information evening, email tsccninf@ualberta.ca.
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This 3-day dynamic and hands-on course includes theory, demonstration and hands-on practice learning. The goal of this 3-day course is provide attendees with a comprehensive understanding of what OMDs are as well as the knowledge, skill and confidence to appropriately identify, diagnose and successfully treat them. Attendees will leave this course with the knowledge and tools required to put their new skills immediately into action in current practice and/or as a foundation to develop a successful and effective private practice. Attendees will work through and receive the personalized ORPP framework and resources including: ORPP assessment protocol and all ORPP treatment/home exercise [...]
Find out moreDigiMarCon At Home 2021 is your chance to ... – Hear from some of the most audacious and thought provoking speakers in the digital marketing, media and advertising industry. – Gain insight into emerging strategies, the latest innovative technologies, and best practices to move your business to the next level. – Network with thought leaders, collaborate with your peers and build your professional network. The 6th annual DigiMarCon At Home, the Premier Virtual Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference will be held April 28th to 29th, 2021, available live stream and on-demand. Join your peers online for 2-days jam packed with [...]
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DigiMarCon Canada West 2021 is your chance to ... – Experience a safe and intimate gathering with marketing leaders and professionals in a clean and hygienic environment. – Hear from some of the most audacious and thought provoking speakers in the digital marketing, media and advertising industry. – Gain insight into emerging strategies, the latest innovative technologies, and best practices to move your business to the next level. – Network with thought leaders, collaborate with your peers and build your professional network. DigiMarCon Canada West, the Premier Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference & Exhibition in Western Canada returns May 13th [...]
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In this webinar you will learn about: the definition of OMDs; why it is important to know they exist; basic observations of client structure/function that will let you know if speech sound treatment will be successful on its own or if they will need adjunctive therapy; the connection between breathing, structural development and functional activities of the face and mouth; why certain sounds are affected and how tractional articulation therapy may not be the best route.
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Day 1 – The Swallowing System: Back to the Basics To be able to accurately assess and develop a treatment plan for dysphagia, it is of the utmost importance to understand the system, including the muscles, central nervous system and cranial nerves. The ability to understand the neuro-anatomy and physiology of a normal swallow will enable clinicians to more accurately complete their assessment, diagnosis and treatment of dysphagia. Understanding the normal swallow, variations of normal and disordered swallows is key for all members involved in the dysphagia plan of care. Understanding compensations, maneuvers, strategies and when to request instrumental assessments is [...]
Find out moreJune 2021
Our VIRTUAL conference is designed for health care professionals and those interested in the ever-changing world of brain injury and treatment Join us for a dynamic conference designed to bring the brain injury community of health care and service providers together. When you attend our conference, you have access to acclaimed experts, valuable resources, and exclusive one-on-one interactions with people and organizations in the brain injury sector, all with the same shared goal: to provide takeaways that will make your services, your work and your life better.
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In this webinar you will learn about: the definition of OMDs; why it is important to know they exist; basic observations of client structure/function that will let you know if speech sound treatment will be successful on its own or if they will need adjunctive therapy; the connection between breathing, structural development and functional activities of the face and mouth; why certain sounds are affected and how tractional articulation therapy may not be the best route.
Find out moreJuly 2021
Apraxia & Motor Speech Disorders Build oral communication, speech sound production, literacy and social skills. Half or Full Day Camp Ages 3-9 years: July 5-9, July 12-16 Location: 130, 7220 Fisher Street SE
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Language & Literacy Camp Build oral communication, language skills, speech sound production, literacy skills and peer interaction. Half or Full Day Camp Ages 3-7: July 19-23 and July 26-30 Location: 130, 7220 Fisher Street SE
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Language & Literacy Camp Build oral communication, language skills, speech sound production, literacy skills and peer interaction. Full Day Camp Ages 9-12: August 16-20 Location: 130, 7220 Fisher Street SE
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Apraxia & Motor Speech Disorders Build oral communication, speech sound production, literacy and social skills. Half or Full Day Camp Ages 3-9 years: August 16-20 and August 23-27 Location: 130, 7220 Fisher Street SE
Find out moreSeptember 2021
Course Description: The ORPP Introduction and Screening course is a one-day course aimed at highlighting a key link between orofacial myofunctional disorders [OMDs] and articulation ~ proper oral rest posture. Attendees will learn how to identify this common, yet often unidentified barrier to successful speech articulation treatment and will received personalized materials they can use in their practice the very next day! Learning Objectives: At the end of this one-day course attendees will be able to: Define orofacial myofunctional disorders. Recognize the potential impact of dentition on articulation. Screen and identify neurotypical children with orofacial myofunctional disorders (OMDs). Understand how poor oral rest [...]
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The Alberta Aphasia Camp is holding their 8th annual camp on September 18 - 19, 2021. We will again gather together on-line using Zoom as our platform. Alberta Aphasia Camp is targeted at adults who are living with aphasia - both people with aphasia and family/friends. Campers will get to choose from activities, which are recreational (e.g., BINGO, dance, karaoke, games, movie appreciation, painting, etc) and therapeutic (e.g., conversation groups, stretching, yoga, stress management, therapy apps, etc). All activities are provided in a supported communication environment by professionals and volunteers trained in supportive communication strategies. Registration forms are available now on [...]
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The 2021 NLASLPA Conference will be a 3-day virtual event taking place from September 22-24. Please see our brochure and registration form details.
Find out moreOctober 2021
The ORPP Introduction and Screening course is a one-day course aimed at highlighting a key link between orofacial myofunctional disorders [OMDs] and articulation ~ proper oral rest posture. Attendees will learn how to identify this common, yet often unidentified barrier to successful speech articulation treatment and will received personalized materials they can use in their practice the very next day! Learning Objectives: At the end of this one-day course attendees will be able to: Define orofacial myofunctional disorders. Recognize the potential impact of dentition on articulation. Screen and identify neurotypical children with orofacial myofunctional disorders (OMDs). Understand how poor oral rest posture [...]
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