Speech-Language Pathology Assistants Go Back to List 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.

Technology used in this occupation:
	Music or sound editing software

Tasks
	Assist speech-language pathologists in the conduct of client screenings or assessments of language, voice, fluency, articulation, or hearing.
	Implement treatment plans or protocols as directed by speech-language pathologists.
	Assist speech-language pathologists in the remediation or development of speech and language skills.
	Collect and compile data to document clients' performance or assess program quality.
	Document clients' progress toward meeting established treatment objectives.
	Test or maintain equipment to ensure correct performance.
	Assist speech-language pathologists in the conduct of speech-language research projects.
	Conduct in-service training sessions, or family and community education programs.
	Perform support duties, such as preparing materials, keeping records, maintaining supplies, and scheduling activities.
	Prepare charts, graphs, or other visual displays to communicate clients' performance information.

Skills
	Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
	Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
	Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
	Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
	Service Orientation - Actively looking for ways to help people.
	Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
	Instructing - Teaching others how to do something.
	Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
	Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
	Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Knowledge
	English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
	Psychology - Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
	Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
	Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
	Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
	Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
	Therapy and Counseling - Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
	Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
	Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
	Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

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Wage Information
	Region Average Entry Level  Mid-Range  Annual  Hourly  Statewide $49,406.00 $23.75  $18.62  $19.83 - $25.64  Bridgeport/Stamford $50,664.00 $24.36  $19.80  $20.96 - $26.66  Danbury $48,551.00 $23.34  $17.08  $19.36 - $25.92  Hartford $49,798.00 $23.95  $18.94  $19.50 - $25.75  New Haven $49,242.00 $23.68  $18.89  $19.56 - $25.44  New London/Norwich $47,592.00 $22.88  $16.09  $19.04 - $26.00  Waterbury $46,644.00 $22.43  $17.15  $18.34 - $24.13  Torrington $51,004.00 $24.52  $19.25  $20.07 - $25.76

Occupation Outlook ( 2016 - 2026 ) Average Annual Job Openings:   177   Employment in this occupation is expected to grow more slowly than average, and the number of annual openings will offer limited job opportunities.

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