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Assess and treat people with speech or language problems.

Speech-Language Pathologists assess and treat people who have speech, language, voice, or fluency disorders. They may teach patients how to use alternative communication systems. They may also do research on speech or language problems.

Wages	$40.51 per hour on average
Outlook	The outlook is Excellent
Education & Training	Graduate degree (any type) is needed for entry.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist Communication Sciences and Disorders, General Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
On the Job	Work Activities Conduct research to increase knowledge about medical issues. Maintain medical facility records. Maintain medical or professional knowledge. Prepare healthcare training materials. Prepare reports summarizing patient diagnostic or care activities. Present medical research reports. Refer patients to other healthcare practitioners or health resources. Develop health assessment methods or programs. Develop treatment plans that use non-medical therapies. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment.
Career Pathways	Therapeutic Services
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