Audiologist / Speech / Language Pathologist

An audiologist is a special professional who administers a variety of tests to determine patient’s hearing level. They also plan, direct, conduct and participate in rehabilitative programs including counseling, guidance, auditory training, lip reading and speech conservation. A speech/language pathologist also treats and provides rehabilitation and counseling for those with speech and language problems to restore or improve communicative efficiency.

Places of Employment
Hospitals

High School/General Preparation
High School diploma is required

Special Education/Training
A Master's Degree and certification in audiology is required

Schools
Portland State University
sphr.pdx.edu
www.pdx.edu

Licensure, Certification, and Registration
To be eligible for licensing by the State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology as a Speech-language pathologist or audiologist, the applicant must possess at least a master's degree or equivalent in the area of speech-language pathology or audiology from an approved college or university.

Professional Organizations
Oregon Speech-Language and Hearing Association
www.oregonspeechandhearing.org

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
www.asha.org

American Academy of Audiology
www.audiology.com