Speech Therapist
Comprehensive Sites
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association: Student SectionThe student and recent graduate section of this organization offers you a variety of ways to explore the profession of speech pathology. A guide to graduate programs, financial assistance resources, mentoring opportunities, and information on the Praxis exam are included. Learn how to earn certification in the field, find out about student award opportunities, or connect to EdFind for specific academic program data.
Bureau of Labor Statistics: Speech-Language PathologistFrom this page of the U.S. Department of Labor, you can learn about the nature of the work of a speech-language pathologist, as well as the training required, advancement opportunities, job outlook, and likely salary. Find information on related occupations or connect a variety of important resources and organizations in the field of speech-language pathology.
Princeton Review: Speech TherapistFind out about training in a variety of speech and language disorders and what working in this professional might be like. Links at the side of the page will direct you to information on quality of life, what you could earn after one, five, or 10 years in the field, possible majors to consider as an undergraduate, and information on internships and graduate programs.
Occupational Titles
Audiologist
Communication Specialist
Director, Speech-And-Hearing Clinic
Director, Speech-And-Hearing Clinic
Educational Speech-Language Clinician
Hearing Therapist
Language Pathologist
Oral Therapist
Public School Speech Clinician
Public School Speech Therapist
School Speech/Language Pathologist
Slp (Speech Language Pathologist)
Speech Clinician
Speech Correction Consultant
Speech Language Pathologist
Speech Language Pathologists
Speech Pathologist
Speech Therapist
Speech And Language Clinician
Speech And Language Specialist
Speech And Language Teacher
Speech-Language Therapist
Teacher Of The Speech And Hearing Handicapped
Voice Pathologist
Accredited Academic Programs
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association: Academic ProgramsLearn about earning a graduate degree in speech-language pathology and communication disorders at this site, where you can find out about the best undergraduate classes to take, and select resources for getting started on your education. Accredited and graduate program listings are also offered, as well as information on distance education and a contact to find out about undergraduate education.
EdFindEdFind offers on-demand academic searches so that you can locate a program that meets your requirements in the field of speech-language pathology, such as masters programs in the field. This program is part of the Higher Education Data System, so you don’t have to spend too much time searching the web. The site is intended for students pursuing a degree in communications science disorders.
Princeton Review: Speech TherapistA comprehensive list of schools offering an audiology program is found at this link, with further direct connections to schools and their overall student and educational profiles.
Salary Levels
PayScale: Speech TherapistVisit this site if you want to find out about the possible salary you can earn as a speech therapist. You can see the median salary according to years on the job, by employer type, or city of employment.
Sizing up Your SalaryPart of the Advance professional publication, this free salary survey offers a look at potential salary by years of experience and region in a four-page color article.
Professional Organizations
American Speech-Language-Hearing AssociationCurrent features of this professional organization include podcasts from specialists in the field, a career center, professional journals, and a link just for students where you can explore the professions of speech and language pathology, find out about academic programs, and learn about certifications.
National Student Speech-Language-Hearing AssociationThe student branch of the main organization is a pre-professional organization which offers national membership, information on academic programs, complementary newsletter, and answers to frequently asked questions about entering the profession.
Job Opportunity Sources
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association: Career CenterFind out how to land a great job in the field of audiology at this page, dedicated to providing job seekers with opportunities that meet their criteria. Additional links to information on recruitment and openings in the organization’s national office are found, as well as a connection to a career fair.
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association: Explore the ProfessionsThis student link has several other connections to career information and resources. Learn about communication language disorder professions, market trends, different employment settings, and student organizations.
Licensing & Certification
Earn CertificationFrom the American Speech-Language-hearing Association, this link offers information on certificates of clinical competence, continuing education opportunities, and all the requirements for memberships and certification.
Publications
AdvanceFor speech-language pathologists and audiologists this site offers an online magazine, career section, and links to job fairs, an online community, feature articles, and an online resource center.
National Student Speech-Language-Hearing Association: PublicationsSeveral publications are available especially for students from the students’ branch of this professional organization. Find a student survival guide, an advocacy program, and special journals that answer questions that are really important to students entering the field. You can read abstracts and browse past issues.
Online Forums & Blogs
Speech-Language-pathology CommunityThis area was intended to be a communication forum for people in the field or interested in the field of speech-language pathology. Go to active topics and find information on treatment, therapy, conditions, and state information. Member blogs are also available.
Career Videos
CollegeGrad.com: Speech-Language PathologistsThe diagnosis of speech and language disorders, speech difficult ties, and problems with understanding of words and sentences and how they are treated by speech therapists are discussed at this career video. Jobs, such as working in schools, counseling, and treating in hospitals and private clinics are introduced. If you want to become a pathologist, learn about the basics of the job in this video.
ISeek: Speech Pathologists and AudiologistsThe ISeek database includes a description of the audiologist’s career in this short video, including the skills, duties, and daily practice of a speech pathologist and/or audiologist.
