Speech
/ Language Pathologist
Speech/language
pathologists specialize in evaluating and treating
people with communication problems that result
from disability, surgery, or developmental disorders.
This includes both receptive (understanding speech)
and expressive (speaking) communication problems.
They also evaluate and treat people with swallowing
disorders due to stroke, brain injury, or other
nervous system impairments.
Speech/language
pathologists often direct care related to the
following:
- speech, language, and
swallowing disorders
- speech fluency and
stuttering disorders
- voice disorders
- augmentative communication
devices
- written language disorders
- cognitive (thinking,
memory, and learning) disorders
Speech/language
pathologists may practice in a variety of settings,
including the following:
- hospitals
- inpatient rehabilitation
centers
- outpatient rehabilitation
centers
- nursing homes
- home health settings
- schools
- private practice
Most
speech/language pathologists hold a Master's degree
and have national certification through the American
Speech and Hearing Association (CCC-SLP).
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