Also called: SLPA
Runs speech and language practice sessions under the supervision of an SLP, usually in schools.
Pulls small groups of kindergartners for articulation games, tracks how many sounds each child gets right, and preps materials for the SLP.
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Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Associate's degree (2-year), about 2 years after high school. Associate or bachelor's in communication disorders plus state SLPA certification in many states.
Ways in: 2-year college, 4-year college, Certification. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Communication Sciences & Disorders.
Growing faster than average. Growing with school speech therapy shortages.
Low risk in 5 years, medium in 10. Speech apps automate drills and scoring, which could shrink assistant roles; live sessions with kids stay human.
Classes: English, Psychology, Spanish or ASL, Child development.
Official data: O*NET occupation 31-9099.
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