Speech-Language Pathologist
Careers
Also called: Speech Therapist
Job Outlook in Vermont
High Demand
What you might do
Speech-Language Pathologists work with patients who have problems with speech or swallowing. They may help patients learn to make sounds, overcome stuttering, or strengthen the muscles needed to swallow.
Where you might work
School, speech therapy office, hospital, long-term care facility.
Related Links
My Next Move: Speech-Language Pathologists
O*Net Online: Speech-Language Pathologists
Occupational Outlook Handbook: Speech-Language Pathologists
Vermont Speech-Language Hearing Association (VSHA)
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
Education Required
Most Speech-Language Pathologists hold a master’s degree (2 years after a 4-year bachelor’s degree).
Where to Study
University of Vermont College of Nursing and Health Sciences
CT State Community College
Sacred Heart University
Southern Connecticut State University
University of Connecticut
University of New Haven
University of Maine at Orono
University of Southern Maine
Boston University
Bridgewater State University
Emerson College
Northeastern University
Regis College (MA)
Springfield College
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Worcester State University
University of New Hampshire
D'Youville University
Stony Brook School of Health Professions
Syracuse University
Rhode Island College
University of Rhode Island
Emerson College (MA)
University of New Hampshire
For more information, contact your regional AHEC:
Northern Vermont AHEC
www.nvtahec.org
802-748-2506
Southern Vermont AHEC
www.svtahec.org
802-885-2126
