Also called: Communication Assistant, Speech Pathologist Assistant, Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA), Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)
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.
Arts and Humanities
Education and Training
Health
Math and Science
Basic Skills
Problem Solving
Social
Verbal
Ideas and Logic
Hearing and Speech
Social
People interested in this work like activities that include helping people, teaching, and talking.
Spreadsheet software
Medical software
Text to speech conversion software
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