Career Information for Speech Pathologists and Audiologists in Austin, Lakeway, Round Rock and Cedar Park and Surrounding Areas
Watch this video to learn about speech pathology as a career. Then, read on for more career related information.
To work as a speech pathologist or audiologist, you must:
■ have a master's degree in speech pathology or audiology;
■ complete an internship;
■ pass a licensing exam; and
■ have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Did you know? You must be licensed to practice speech pathology and audiology in Texas. Read more in ASC's training section.
Formal Education
Speech pathology programs are two-year graduate programs that award a master's degree. In a speech pathology program you learn anatomy, normal speech and language development, and the nature of speech disorders. You also learn to evaluate and treat speech disorders.
Audiology programs also grant a master's degree. In an audiology program you learn anatomy and physiology, physics, and genetics. You also study normal communication development, assessment and treatment, and rehabilitation.
On-the-job Training
While completing a master's program, you work as an intern under the supervision of an experienced speech pathologist or audiologist.
Work Experience
To get a license in some states or national certification, you must work in a clinic after graduation.
Hiring Practices Most employers require speech pathologists and audiologists to have a master's degree and a license. In addition, employers prefer people who can communicate well with clients. Employers also look for applicants who are patient, because client progress can be slow.
Licensing/Certification Speech pathologists and audiologists must be licensed to practice in Texas . Many employers also require national certification. Applicants for a speech pathology and/or audiologist license must:
■ complete a master's or doctoral degree from an approved program;
■ complete 375 hours of supervised training and nine months of supervised post-graduate training;
■ complete and pass a national exam.
For information on certification, contact:
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
10801 Rockville Pike
Rockville , MD 20852
Phone: 888.321.2742
TTY: 301.571.0457
http://www.asha.org/
Most states require speech pathologists and audiologists to be licensed. Requirements vary by state.
Nationally, about 12,800 audiologists and 87,900 speech pathologists work in this small occupation. About half of all speech pathologists work in schools.
Major employers ■ Schools
■ Hospitals
■ Speech, language, and hearing clinics
■ Nursing homes
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