Occupational and speech language therapist programs coming to U of S
The Government of Saskatchewan is making a big investment to help establish two new health training programs at the University of Saskatchewan.
The funding of $8.1 million will establish new programs for occupational therapy and speech language pathology, which are both in high demand as the province struggles with shortages of specialists and health-care workers. The two-year masters programs will accept up to 40 students per year, and are expected to begin in the fall of 2026.
Previously, Saskatchewan students needed to take advantage of reserved seats in out-of-province training programs.
Some students in the new programs will go through clinical placements in the first year of the courses, offering an early boost to the health-care system.