SPAAN – Speech Pathologists and Audiologists Association in Nigeria

Advancing the Science of Hearing and Speech.

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Empowering Audiologists and Pathologists to provide life-changing care through advocacy, education, and community

Education & Professional Development

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Dedicated to supporting professionals who improve hearing, speech, language, and diagnostic health services nationwide.

Continuing Professional Development

Access continuing education programs, certifications, workshops, webinars, and conferences designed to support lifelong learning and clinical excellence.

Advocacy & Public Awareness

We advocate for policies and initiatives that improve access to hearing and communication healthcare while advancing the recognition

Ethics & Professional Standards

The association is committed to maintaining the highest ethical and professional standards in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology practice.

About us

The Speech Pathologist and Audiologist Association in Nigeria was founded in 1985 to unite audiologists and pathologists across the country. Our mission is to promote the highest professional standards, support research, and raise public awareness in audiology and pathology.
Our vision is to lead innovation in hearing, balance, speech, language, and laboratory diagnostics for better health outcomes.

Our Mission

To advance the professions of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology through education, advocacy, research, ethical practice, professional collaboration, and public awareness.

Our Vission

To create a future where every individual has access to quality hearing, speech, language, and communication healthcare.

Our Core Values

Innovation

We encourage creativity, scientific advancement, and the adoption of emerging technologies that improve assessment, intervention, rehabilitation, education, and research.

Excellence

We are committed to the highest standards of professional practice, education, research, and service delivery. We strive for continuous improvement and encourage innovation that enhances hearing, speech, language, and communication outcomes.

Collaboration

We foster partnerships among healthcare professionals, educators, researchers, policymakers, institutions, and communities to advance the professions and improve access to quality care.

Advocacy

We serve as a strong voice for Audiologists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and the individuals they support. We champion policies, programs, and initiatives that promote hearing and communication health for all.

Leadership

We inspire and develop leaders who will advance the professions, influence healthcare policy, strengthen institutions, and contribute meaningfully to society.

Integrity

We uphold honesty, transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct in all our professional and organizational activities. We act in the best interests of those we serve and maintain the trust placed in our profession.

SPAAN Membership

Membership connects you with a national network of professionals and provides access to resources that support your career growth and professional impact.