Welcome to the New Zealand Speech‑language Therapists’ Association

We are the national body representing speech-language therapists, the experts who work with and advocate for people with communication and swallowing impairments.

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The New Zealand Speech-language Therapists’ Association (NZSTA) is the national professional body of speech-language therapists in Aotearoa New Zealand.

We are committed to supporting all New Zealanders with the life essentials – effective communication and safe swallowing. These life essentials contribute to our well-being.

This site contains information for parents, clients and families on speech-language therapy and for practising speech-language therapists.

About Self-Regulation

CPD Framework

Clinical Policies and Guidelines

Member Learning Hub

NZSTA Publications

Resources for SLTs

News

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Listening to unheard children

06 Sep 2023

Gender-affirming voice and communication coaching

06 Sep 2023

Download the latest edition of Communication Matters

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Events & Courses

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IASLT Biennial Conference 2023 - “Refocus and Reimagine - Moving Forward Together”

The conference will be completely online and will take place on December 5th and 6th 2023, from 9am to 4pm.

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2023 APSSLH conference

APSSLH, in partnership with HCMC University/MCNV and Hue University/KOICA, will host the 2023 Asia Pacific Society of Speech, Language, and Hearing conference in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam from December 14 to 16th, 2023.

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