Thursday, May 5, 2016

                         Speech Pathologist

 Duties and Responsibilities: -Evaluate patients’ levels of speech, language, or swallowing difficulty
-Identify treatment options
-Create and carry out an individualized treatment plan that addresses patients’ specific functional needs
-Teach patients how to make sounds and improve their voices
-Work with patients to develop and strengthen the muscles used to swallow
-Counsel patients and families on how to cope with communication and swallowing disorders

 Salary: The amount of annual pay they get is about $73,410
 Education: In order to become a speech pathologist you would require, A master's degree is the minimum education needed,  Licensing is required in most states. Speech therapists must demonstrate compassion, patience, and critical thinking skills. Speech therapists also must possess excellent speaking, listening, and writing skills.

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Reflection : i would not like to become a speech pathologist because it is not really in my interest.         

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