Annual Report 2015 Speech Pathology Australia

Embedding Simulation Embedding Simulation in Clinical Training in Speech Pathology Project – Phase 2 Department of Health Funding Speech Pathology Australia was successful in gaining further funding from the Department of Health (Commonwealth) to implement this large multi-site project. The “Embedding Simulation in Clinical Training in Speech Pathology” Phase 2 project is being led on behalf of the Association by a leadership team from seven Australian universities. The overall aim of this project is to determine if students in accredited speech pathology programs achieve a comparable level of competency in placements when an average of 20 per cent of the placement time is replaced with simulated learning activities compared to traditional clinical placements. The Phase 2 project began in May 2015. In the period from May to December 2015, the focus of the project was on development of the simulation model, an initial trial (conducted at UQ in October 2015), and on preparation for the implementation phase of the randomised controlled trial to begin in January 2016. The project will continue until February 2018. In November 2015, the Association launched Speech Pathology 2030 – making futures happen . This landmark project aims to engage members of the profession in the development of a shared vision for how the profession will successfully respond to change over the next decade and beyond. Between December 2015 and August 2016, a range of consultation activities pursuant to the project will be undertaken. These activities will involve speech pathologists (both Speech Pathology Australia members and non- members), as well as clients and other stakeholders. The project’s final report will be published in Speech Pathology Week in August 2016. The progress of the project and relevant information and documentation can be accessed from the Association website. Speech Pathology 2030

A New Home for SPA In June 2015, Speech Pathology Australia relocated its National Office into new premises at Level 1, 114 William Street, Melbourne. The Association’s new offices are professional, modern and easily accessible. The move saw the Association move approximately 250 metres from the old offices in Bank Place, which had served the organisation for more than 18 years. The decision to move came after a year of market analysis and financial investigations by the Association’s Board. It was determined that the Association would retain and rent out its offices at Bank Place and move to new leased premises.

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2015 ANNUAL REPORT Speech Pathology Australia