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Speech-Language Pathology Assistants

Job Zone 3 - Medium preparation needed

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.

Pay & job outlook

Median pay: $48,430/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)

$34,770$71,470

Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.

Job outlook: +3.5% projected growth, 20242034 — about as fast as average.

About 14,400 openings per year, on average, over the decade.

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.

Top skills
Active ListeningSpeakingReading ComprehensionSocial PerceptivenessMonitoringService OrientationComplex Problem SolvingCritical ThinkingActive LearningWriting
Top knowledge areas
English LanguageEducation and TrainingTherapy and CounselingPsychologyCustomer and Personal ServiceAdministrativeComputers and ElectronicsSociology and Anthropology
Core tasks

Document clients' progress toward meeting established treatment objectives.

Implement treatment plans or protocols as directed by speech-language pathologists.

Collect and compile data to document clients' performance or assess program quality.

Perform support duties, such as preparing materials, keeping records, maintaining supplies, and scheduling activities.

Assist speech-language pathologists in the remediation or development of speech and language skills.

Select or prepare speech-language instructional materials.

Assist speech-language pathologists in the conduct of client screenings or assessments of language, voice, fluency, articulation, or hearing.

Prepare charts, graphs, or other visual displays to communicate clients' performance information.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median pay for Speech-Language Pathology Assistants?

The median pay for Speech-Language Pathology Assistants is $48,430 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

What's the job outlook for Speech-Language Pathology Assistants?

Employment for Speech-Language Pathology Assistants is projected to change +3.5% from 2024 to 2034 - about as fast as average.

What education is typically required for Speech-Language Pathology Assistants?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.

How many job openings are there each year for Speech-Language Pathology Assistants?

About 14,400 openings per year, on average, over the decade.