Programs preparing individuals to evaluate and treat speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
How resistant the typical career paths are to automation by AI and robotics, based on O*NET task analysis.
Projected employment growth from the Bureau of Labor Statistics 10-year occupational outlook.
Median salary potential relative to the national median, indicating economic stability.
Number of distinct career paths available to graduates, providing economic optionality.
Ability to leverage AI as a productivity tool rather than being displaced by it.
These are the primary occupations linked to a Speech-Language Pathology degree via the NCES CIP-SOC crosswalk, with O*NET and BLS data for each.
| Occupation | Automation Risk | Job Growth | Median Salary | AI Exposure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Speech-Language Pathologists SOC 29-1127 | 1.3% | +19% | $89,290 | Low |
