1. Speech-Language Pathology Brittany Thomas

2. Speech and Language Disorders Inabilities of individuals to understand and/or appropriately use the speech and language systems of the society Range from simple sound repetitions or occasional misarticulations to not being able to talk at all

3. Who and how many people have communication disorders? 1995- 46 million Americans lived with some type of communication disorder. Estimated that 3 million Americans stutter Nearly 6 million children under 18 have a speech or language disorders.

4. What do speech pathologist do? treat speech, language, and swallowing disorders in individuals evaluate and diagnose speech, language, and swallowing disorders Establish more effective treatments for speech, language, and swallowing disorders.

5. Earnings Depends on educational background, experience, and geographical location Median salary in 2003 was $45,000- $52,600 Median salary for a certified speech- language pathologist with a doctorate degree was $57,114. Get good benefits such as insurance programs and leave

6. Size of the Profession American Speech-Language Association (ASHA) has more than 118,000 professionals 94,312 ASHA certified speech language pathologists.

7. Where do speech pathologists work? School Hospitals Nursing homes Private practice Health departments Centers for the developmentally disabled Research labs Institutes and private agencies