Master of Speech-Language Pathology Career Resources

Speech-Language Pathology Job Description

Speech-language pathologists, sometimes called speech therapists, work with individuals who have speech, language, or swallowing difficulties. They can evaluate clients as well as create individualized treatment plans customized for their goals. They teach clients how to make sounds, improve their voices, and maintain fluency.

Most speech-language pathologists work in educational services, speech therapist offices, hospitals, or nursing and residential care facilities.1

1Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Speech-Language Pathologists, at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/speech-language-pathologists.htm