Speech-Language Pathology Assistants

Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.

What a Speech-Language Pathology Assistants does

You help speech-language pathologists treat patients with communication and swallowing disorders by conducting exercises, documenting progress, and supporting therapy sessions. This role combines healthcare support with direct patient interaction in schools, hospitals, or clinics.

Education & path

The typical entry point is a associate degree. About 2 years.

Estimated cost of that path: ~$7,500. Estimated payback: ~1 year. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.

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