Healthcare

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Guide

Assess and treat speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders in patients of all ages.

60Good
Median: $80,000
Hours/week: 38
Education: Master's
Growth: 19%

Overview

Assess and treat speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders in patients of all ages.

Median Salary
$80,000
Weekly Hours
38
Education
Master's
Job Growth
19%

Key Metrics

Stress5/10
Work-Life Balance8/10
Job Security8/10
Remote Friendly5/10
Physical Demand3/10
Automation Risk1/10

Pros

  • +Helping people
  • +Good balance
  • +Strong growth
  • +Flexible settings

Cons

  • -Master's required
  • -Paperwork
  • -Emotional cases
  • -Insurance issues

Savings Calculator

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Yearly Savings
$8,000
Monthly Savings
$667

Top Employers Hiring for Healthcare

HCA Healthcare
Kaiser Permanente
Mayo Clinic
Cleveland Clinic
UnitedHealth Group

About This Career

Assess and treat speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders in patients of all ages.

Guide to Education

Required Education

Master's

Typical Training

6 years of experience/training

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do SLPs work?

Schools, hospitals, clinics, and private practice.

Is telepractice an option?

Yes, many SLPs work remotely now.

Is SLP a good career?

Yes, strong growth and meaningful work.

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