New Applicant Information

Please read before proceeding with your application:
Important Messages for ACSLPA Applicants During the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Important: re Exam for Applicants Educated Outside of a Canadian Accredited University Program and for those members who have not practiced for a period greater than five years

To practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist or Audiologist in Alberta, individuals must be registered and have a valid Practice Permit from the Alberta College of Speech-Language Pathologist and Audiologists (ACSLPA). ACSLPA is here to assist you as you prepare for your new career, whether you have just graduated university or are relocating to Alberta from another province or country.  Use the link below to access all of the information you will need to begin your registration with ACSLPA. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call ACSLPA for assistance.

Under the Health Professions Act (HPA), registration is mandatory for all speech-language pathologists and audiologists prior to providing any professional services in the province of Alberta.

For new graduates of Canadian accredited programs (if you have never worked in your field) – A new online application form is currently only available for new graduates of Canadian accredited programs. DO NOT submit an online application if you have already submitted a paper copy. IMPORTANT: In addition to the information requested in the online application form, you must submit separately a current original satisfactory Police Information Check including a Vulnerable Sector Check, or equivalent AND a written reference from a speech-language pathologist or audiologist colleague, supervisor, professor or recent employer, please use the ACSLPA Reference Request Form.

Please note: Applications will not be processed without Professional Liability Insurance (PLI).

Click here to start the application process.

All other applicants must submit an original application form to ACSLPA.

Click here for Audiology Application Package.

Click here for SLP Application Package.