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What they do
A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.
$81,831 / year median in Ohio
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Education, Work Experience and Licensure:
- Graduate of an accredited school of Speech-Language Pathology as certified by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) and hold at least a master's degree.
- Must hold the Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech-Language Pathology issued by ASHA or be eligible for certification (clinical fellowship year).
- Must be licensed/certified or eligible for licensure under the statues of the state in which the Speech-Language Pathologist will be practicing.