Salary Range
Below $25,000 to $75,000Overview
Speech-language pathology assistants assist speech-language pathologists in assessing and treating people with speech and language disorders. They identify the problem, use tests to further evaluate it, and establish objectives to improve clients' speech and language skills. Assistants work closely with pathologists to create and implement treatment plans for patients and document their progress. Speech-language pathology assistants may work for school systems, in private practice, and at clinics and other medical facilities. There are approximately 92,030 health care support workers employed in the United States.
Minimum Education Level
Associate's DegreeCertification/License
RecommendedOutlook
Much Faster than the AveragePersonality Traits
Helpful
Scientific
Technical
Career Ladder
Senior Assistant, Speech-Language Pathology
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Speech-Language Pathology Apprentice
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