FREE SLPA Roles and Responsibilities Questions and Answers
Who is responsible for the overall care and treatment of the client in speech therapy?
The licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) is responsible for the overall care, treatment planning, and outcomes for the client. The SLPA assists in implementing the therapy but does not bear full responsibility for the client’s care.
Which of the following tasks is within the scope of an SLPA's responsibilities?
SLPAs can help with screenings, but they cannot interpret the results. The interpretation must be done by a licensed SLP.
What is the primary role of a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)?
SLPAs are responsible for carrying out treatment plans designed by licensed SLPs. They are not authorized to diagnose or develop treatment plans themselves.
Which of the following tasks is an SLPA not permitted to do?
While SLPAs can assist with collecting data and implementing therapy, they are not authorized to interpret assessment results. This task must be handled by a licensed SLP.
Can an SLPA document client progress during therapy sessions?
SLPAs are allowed to document client progress during therapy, but this must be reviewed and supervised by the licensed SLP to ensure accuracy and adherence to the treatment plan.