SLP Jobs in Louisville, KY

An SLP, or Speech-Language Pathologist, plays a crucial role in the therapy industry by diagnosing, treating, and helping to prevent communication and swallowing disorders in children and adults. This includes disorders related to speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, fluency, and swallowing. They use detailed evaluations to create personalized treatment plans that aid in managing these disorders effectively. SLPs work in varied settings like schools, private practices, hospitals, and research labs. Skills such as active listening, critical thinking, patience, empathy, and excellent verbal communication are crucial to their role.

Before becoming an SLP, a person should ideally possess a master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, and necessary certifications include the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) offered by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Prior job roles may include a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, where they work under a certified SLP, a Rehabilitation Aide in a healthcare setting, or a Special Education Teacher, where they gain experience working with individuals with communication disorders. These roles help build a strong foundation in understanding and implementing therapeutic techniques and strategies, critical for a successful career as an SLP.

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Speech Pathologist

  • Anchorage, KY (11 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Anchorage, KY (11 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 30+ days ago

Successful completion of SLP Certification of Clinical Competence (CCC). CPR certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire....

Elementary Speech Therapist Remote Opportunity - Louisville, KY Schools

  • Louisville, KY
  • 13 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 13 hours ago

Category Schools - SLP Job Type Contract Transform young learners' communication abilities through cutting-edge virtual speech therapy!...

Remote Work

Remote Speech Language Pathologist - Louisville, KY Virtual Schools

  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

Position Overview We seek a passionate Speech Language Pathologist to provide virtual therapy services to students across various grade levels....

Remote Work

Speech Language Pathologist Outpatient - PRN

  • Jeffersonville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Jeffersonville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications: Current license as Speech Language Pathologist or ability to obtain in the state of practice. Previous experience in outpatient, preferred....

Category Schools - SLP Job Type Contract Job Posting: Full-Time Contracted Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Location: Jeffersontown, Kentucky Start Date: ASAP Duration: Until End of School Year (EOSY...

NEW SLP CCC or CF Needed in Louisville, Kentucky

  • Louisville, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 4 days ago

Category Schools - SLP Job Type Contract Job Posting: Full-Time Contracted Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Location: Louisville, Kentucky Start Date: ASAP Duration: Until End of School Year (EOSY)...

Speech Language Pathologist, Physical Therapist, or Occupational Therapist

  • Shively, KY (6 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Shively, KY (6 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 4 days ago

The primary responsibilities of the Speech Language Pathologist are to prevent, assess, diagnose, and treat speech language, social communication, cognitive- communication, and swallowing disorders...

Speech Therapist

  • Louisville, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities: As a Speech Language Pathologist, you help patients get their power back....

Speech Pathologist

  • Watson, IN (6 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Watson, IN (6 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 7 days ago

*Note: If the SLP - CCC certification has not been obtained the candidate must be put into the SLP Clinical Fellow (100910) job....

Speech & Language Pathology Assistant

  • Corydon, IN (21 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Corydon, IN (21 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 8 days ago

Non-Certified Staff - Job Details Title:Speech & Language Pathology Assistant Date Created:06-04-25 (07:28 PM) End Date: Location:Corydon, IN Position Type:Non-Certified Staff Content Areas:...

Speech & Language Pathologist WOW, Weekends

  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 days ago

The role of the Speech Language Pathologist is to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient/family speech therapy needs for patients aged neonate/infant (birth to 1 year), pediatric (1-12 years),...

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 days ago

Overview : Setting: Pediatrics Compensation: $2,204 - $2,584 estimated weekly pay Start: ASAP | open to 1-2 months out Duration: 13 weeks | potential to extend Guaranteed Hours: 40 Benefits: Blue...

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) $5000 Sign On Bonus

  • Corydon, IN (21 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Corydon, IN (21 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 10 days ago

Speech Language Pathologist $5,000 sign on bonus CommuniCare Rehab, a member of the CommuniCare Family of Companies has a Full Time opening for a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) at Indian Creek Healthcare...

Speech & Language Pathologist, PRN

  • Louisville, KY (3 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 11 days ago
  • Louisville, KY (3 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 11 days ago

Speech & Language Pathologist Skills and Qualifications Education : Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program....

Travel Speech Language Pathologist - $1,658 per week

  • Jeffersontown, KY (11 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 11 days ago
  • Jeffersontown, KY (11 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 11 days ago

AHS Staffing is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Jeffersontown, Kentucky....

Demographic Data for Louisville, KY

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SLP Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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The goal is get your toddler to talk! This course is designed by a speech pathologist, and it is for toddlers that have fewer than 15 words in their vocabulary. The toddler is encouraged to watch...
The Fundamentals of Speech Therapy for Children
Speech-related problems can cause social and mental health problems and even prevent people from living an everyday life. Early detection of these disorders makes their management a lot easier....
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Salary for SLP Jobs in Louisville, KY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for SLP positions.



Highest Education Level

SLPs in Louisville, KY offer the following education background
Master's Degree
61.4%
Bachelor's Degree
20.6%
Associate's Degree
7.9%
Doctorate Degree
5.8%
High School or GED
2.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.8%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by SLPs in Louisville, KY
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%