Occupations · Healthcare Support

Speech-Language Pathology Assistants

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.

O*NET 30.3 Database (USDOL/ETA) · occupation code 31-9099.01

What people in this job actually do

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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.
Test or maintain equipment to ensure correct performance.
Conduct in-service training sessions, or family and community education programs.
Assist speech-language pathologists in the conduct of speech-language research projects.

O*NET 30.3 task ratings, importance scale

Skills that matter most

Importance, rated 1 to 5.

Active Listening4.0

Reading Comprehension3.8

Speaking3.8

Monitoring3.4

Writing3.1

Critical Thinking3.1

Active Learning3.1

Learning Strategies3.0

Mathematics2.0

Science2.0

O*NET 30.3 skills, importance scale

Software and tools

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Microsoft Excel●Microsoft Office software●Microsoft Windows●Microsoft Word●Adobe AuditionBiofeedback softwareBungalow Software Aphasia TutorELR Software eLr Extra Language ResourcesEmail softwareKayPENTAX Multi-SpeechLanguage analysis softwareLearning Fundamentals Speech VisualizationMicro Video Video Voice Speech Training SystemPropeller Multimedia React2Signal analysis softwareSpeech analysis softwareText to speech softwareWeb browser software

O*NET 30.3 software skills · hot-technology flag

What this work is actually like

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3 / 5Medium preparation — vocational training or an associate degree, plus 1–2 years of work.

O*NET 30.3 Job Zones

Working conditions that stand out

Work Outcomes and Results of Other Workers−1.6 below average

Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets−1.5 below average

Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled−1.3 below average

Outdoors, Exposed to All Weather Conditions−1.3 below average

Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable−1.2 below average

Exposed to Contaminants−1.2 below average

Exposed to Hazardous Equipment−1.2 below average

O*NET 30.3 work context, frequency scale · observed 2022-08

How people actually get in

Share of workers by the education they hold.

Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree)58%

Bachelor's Degree23%

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate - awarded for completion of an organized program of study; designed for people who have completed a Baccalaureate degree but do not meet the requirements of academic degrees carrying the title of Master.14%

Master's Degree5%

O*NET 30.2 education, training and experience · observed 2022-08

What kind of person the work suits

Occupational interest profile, rated 1 to 7.

Social5.5

Conventional5.0

Investigative4.4

O*NET 30.2 occupational interests (RIASEC)

What you take with you

Skills rated for how well they transfer into other occupations.

Social Perceptiveness3.5

Service Orientation3.4

Complex Problem Solving3.2

Judgment and Decision Making3.1

Instructing3.0

Time Management2.9

Coordination2.9

Systems Evaluation2.8

O*NET 30.3 transferable skills, importance scale

Knowledge the work draws on

English LanguageEducation and TrainingTherapy and CounselingPsychologyCustomer and Personal ServiceAdministrative

Abilities it leans on

Speech ClarityOral ExpressionSpeech RecognitionOral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionWritten Expression

O*NET 30.3 abilities and knowledge, importance scale

How this job is advertised

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Speech AssistantLanguage AssistantPathology AssistantSpeech ParaeducatorSpeech Pathology InternCommunication AssistantSpeech Therapy AssistantSpeech Language AssistantSpeech-Language AssistantSpeech Pathology AssistantSpeech-Language TechnicianSpeech Correction AssistantSpeech Pathologist AssistantAnatomic Pathology Assistant

O*NET 30.3 job titles reported for this occupation

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Also called

Speech AssistantSpeech TherapistLanguage AssistantSpeech ParaeducatorPathology AssistantCommunication AssistantSpeech Pathology InternSpeech Therapy AssistantSpeech and Language TutorSpeech Language AssistantSpeech-Language AssistantSpeech-Language Technician

O*NET 30.3 alternative titles

The same work in Europe

ESCO occupation	ISCO	Match
speech and language therapist	2266.2	close

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