Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Homewood, AL

A Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), also known as a speech therapist, plays a pivotal role in the therapy industry by evaluating, diagnosing, and treating communication and swallowing disorders in children and adults. These disorders may result from a variety of causes such as stroke, brain injury, hearing loss, developmental delay, Parkinson's disease, a cleft palate, or autism. SLPs develop and implement individualized treatment plans, provide counseling to patients and their families, keep accurate records, report progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary. They work in various settings, including schools, hospitals, and research settings.

To become an SLP, one must possess a strong set of skills including excellent communication, patience, compassion, and problem-solving abilities. They require a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and must be licensed in the state they wish to practice. In addition, they should earn a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) offered by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Before becoming an SLP, a person may work as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, a special education teacher, or a child development specialist, gaining valuable experience in supporting individuals with communication and swallowing disorders.

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Speech Language Pathologist or Assistant (SLP or SLPA) Near Lipscomb, Alabama

  • Bessemer, AL (8 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Bessemer, AL (8 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) 24/25 School Year Near Pleasant Grove, Alabama

  • Pleasant Grove, AL (9 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Pleasant Grove, AL (9 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) 24/25 School Year Near Wylam, Alabama

  • Birmingham, AL (8 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL (8 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) 24/25 School Year Near Alliance, Alabama

  • Bessemer, AL (16 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Bessemer, AL (16 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) 24/25 School Year Near Ross Bridge, Alabama

  • Birmingham, AL (5 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL (5 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) 24/25 School Year Near Mulga, Alabama

  • Mulga, AL (14 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Mulga, AL (14 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) 24/25 School Year Near McCalla, Alabama

  • Mc Calla, AL (20 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Mc Calla, AL (20 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) 24/25 School Year Near Praco, Alabama

  • Quinton, AL (22 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Quinton, AL (22 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) 24/25 School Year Near Docena, Alabama

  • Docena, AL (10 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Docena, AL (10 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Teletherapy Speech Language Pathologist Opening SLP Hueytown Alabama

  • Hueytown, AL (16 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Hueytown, AL (16 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) 24/25 School Year Near Hueytown, Alabama

  • Hueytown, AL (16 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Hueytown, AL (16 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) 24/25 School Year Near Greenwood, Alabama

  • Bessemer, AL (12 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Bessemer, AL (12 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) 24/25 School Year Near Coalburg, Alabama

  • Coalburg, AL (10 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Coalburg, AL (10 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) 24/25 School Year Near Hoover, Alabama

  • Hoover, AL (3 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Hoover, AL (3 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Teletherapy Speech Language Pathologist Opening SLP Greenwood Alabama

  • Bessemer, AL (12 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Bessemer, AL (12 miles from Homewood, AL)
  • 4 hours ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Homewood, AL

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Highest Education Level

Speech-Language Pathologists in Homewood, AL 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 Speech-Language Pathologists in Homewood, AL
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%