Speech-Language Pathology Assistants
Also called:
Speech - Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA), Speech Language Pathology Assistant, Speech Language Pathologist Assistant, Communication Assistant
What they do:
Assist speech-language pathologists in the assessment and treatment of speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders. Implement speech and language programs or activities as planned and directed by speech-language pathologists. Monitor the use of alternative communication devices and systems.
On the job, you would:
- Implement treatment plans or protocols as directed by speech-language pathologists.
- Document clients' progress toward meeting established treatment objectives.
- Assist speech-language pathologists in the remediation or development of speech and language skills.
Arts and Humanities
Math and Science
- psychology
- arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics
Business
- customer service
- administrative services
Education and Training
- teaching and course design
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Basic Skills
- listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
- reading work related information
Problem Solving
- noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
Social
- looking for ways to help people
- understanding people's reactions
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Verbal
- communicate by speaking
- listen and understand what people say
Ideas and Logic
- use rules to solve problems
- order or arrange things
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People interested in this work like activities that include helping people, teaching, and talking.
They do well at jobs that need:
- Concern for Others
- Self Control
- Adaptability/Flexibility
- Cooperation
- Integrity
- Dependability
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Examples of the technology used in this career will be available soon.
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bachelor's degree or
master's degree
usually needed
Get started on your career:
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New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
$32,800
per year, on average
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