In hospital settings, SLPAs may assist licensed SLPs with therapy related to speech, language, and swallowing disorders. They would always work under supervision and not perform independent evaluations or procedures.
In rehabilitation centers, SLPAs work under the supervision of an SLP to help implement therapy plans for individuals recovering from brain injuries or other conditions that impact speech, language, and cognition.
SLPAs can work in private practices, provided they are supervised by a licensed SLP. They assist with therapy and clerical tasks but cannot operate the practice independently.
SLPAs commonly work in schools, where they support children with speech and language disorders by implementing therapy plans created by licensed SLPs. Schools are one of the most frequent settings for SLPAs.
Early intervention programs focus on providing services to infants and toddlers (birth to age 3) who may have developmental delays, including speech and language issues. SLPAs often work with this age group under an SLP’s supervision.
