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Speech-Language Pathology Assistants
O*NET 31-9099.01 · SOC 31-9099
Projected Growth
+12%
2024–2034
Median Salary
$52k
per year
Education Level
Zone 3
Medium preparation needed (vocational or associate's)
Education & How to Get In
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Job Zone 3
Medium preparation needed (vocational or associate's)
Most Speech-Language Pathology Assistants positions require an associate degree or vocational training. Many community colleges and technical schools offer relevant programs that can be completed in 1–2 years, often with hands-on clinical or lab experience built in.
Work Environment
Primary Setting
People-facing — clinics, schools, or client sites
Work Style
Collaborative — frequent interaction with teams, clients, or patients
Personality Fit (RIASEC)
Social (Helpers)5.5
Conventional (Organizers)5.0
Investigative (Thinkers)4.4
Artistic (Creators)2.6
Realistic (Doers)2.5
Enterprising (Persuaders)1.5
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