Bachelor's Degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences – Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Degree: Bachelor of Science
Major: Speech and Hearing Sciences
Concentration: Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Hours: 120
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant Overview
Â鶹AV's Bachelor of Science in Speech and Hearing Sciences with a concentration in becoming a speech-language pathologist assistant prepares you to provide speech and language therapy services under the supervision of a certified speech-language pathologist. This degree is a springboard into further graduate and postgraduate study.
This program may be beneficial in preparing you for future academic or professional work in other fields. However, it is important to note that speech and hearing science careers typically require graduate and postgraduate degrees. Additionally, research and teaching positions often require a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences or related fields as the minimum academic degree.
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Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant Courses You May Take
Introduction to Speech Language Disorders: An overview of the professions of audiology, and speech-language pathology.
Introduction to Deaf Studies: Historical and current trends about the American Deaf community, their culture, and the education of deaf youth.
Introduction to Deaf Education: A survey of the history of deaf education in the US and around the world today, including a description of major contributors of educational pedagogy.
Phonetics: Knowledge of American English sound system and syllable structure including proficiency in using the International Phonetic Alphabet for phonetic transcription.
Language Acquisition: The study of normal language development and its changes with maturation.
Career Paths for Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Many speech-language pathologist assistants pursue further education, including a master's degree, to become a licensed speech-language pathologist. With experience, SLPAs can specialize in certain areas such as pediatrics or geriatrics.
Primary Careers
Speech assistant, communication assistant, speech paraeducator, speech therapist
- Speech therapy
- Audiology
- Community education/awareness
- Rehabilitation
- Marketing and promotion
- Audiology clinics
- Wellness facilities
- Non-profit organizations
- Pharmacies
- Schools and universities