Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Earn an Associate in Applied Science in Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Online
- A hybrid educational model combines the convenience of academic distance learning with the hands-on training required to be a skilled SLPA.
- Our professors are highly qualified and have direct experience in their course subject matter.
- You and your fellow classmates will follow a 5-semester course sequence that stresses collaboration and student interaction.
- OCCC offers low tuition rates while maintaining a high-quality educational experience, giving you an excellent return on investment.
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Overview
The online Speech-Language Pathology Assistant – Associate in Applied Science prepares graduates with foundational knowledge and skills needed for entry-level positions in speech-language pathology services. The SLPA graduate plays a vital role in assisting licensed speech-language pathologists in providing therapeutic services to clients with communication disorders, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
The SLPA program was one of my greatest decisions. The professors and director of the program prepared us for our journey very well. They truly care about everything you do and will push you until the very end. I have recommended this program to so many and have told everyone how amazing it is. It is also amazing to have a program fully online and, in my opinion, it is the best career in the world! I have made a very special friend from this program and it’s so good to be able to communicate with each other while still helping each other out in our work fields now. I give it five stars for sure!
- Graduate 2022
Speech-Language Pathology
Obtain the academic and clinical skills needed to pursue a high-demand career as an
SLPA. 
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Provide therapeutic services to clients with communication disorders under the supervision of a licensed speech-language pathologist.
Courses and Curriculum Overview
- Learn the regulations and requirements for professional practice for speech-language pathology assistants.
- Explore the evolution and acquisition of speech and language across the lifespan from a social/interactional perspective.
- Acquire hands-on core skills related to clinical and teaching skills development in the practice of speech-language pathology.
- Engage in supervised clinical training through the guided practice in the management and treatment of speech and language disorders across the lifespan.
Explore the Program Curriculum and Course Sequences
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a speech-language pathology assistant? Speech-language pathology assistants are support personnel who, following academic and clinical training, perform tasks prescribed, directed, and supervised by licensed speech-language pathologists. How long is the OCCC SLPA program? The OCCC SLPA Associate of Applied Science program is two years (5 semesters). New students start in the fall and complete 5 consecutive semesters to graduate in the spring of their second year. This includes the summer between the first and second year. Do I need pre-requisites? There are no pre-requisites to apply to the SLPA program. What if I already have a degree in another area? Many SLPA students come in with degrees or coursework in other areas. Those students will have most likely met all the general education requirements but not the SLPA major requirements. The program length is the same amount of time, but the workload will be less. The SLPA courses follow a sequential order, meaning successful completion of one course is a prerequisite to another course later in the program. Please schedule a meeting with a student success advisor (405-682-7535) to discuss the transfer process. Is the program online? Do I have to come to campus for any classes? The OCCC SLPA program is online with the exception of on-site clinical experiences in the fall and spring of their second year. There is a mandatory 2-day orientation prior to the start of the program. There is also a one-day mandatory clinic orientation at the end of the summer semester. These orientations take place on the OCCC campus in Oklahoma City. There are also several other on-campus lab/learning opportunities which students are highly encouraged to attend but are not considered mandatory.
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