Which type of setting is most common for SLPA duties?

The most common setting for Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) duties is in public or private schools. This is primarily because a significant portion of speech-language pathology services is provided within educational environments to support students with communication and language disorders. SLPAs in schools work under the supervision of licensed speech-language pathologists and assist in implementing educational programs, conducting speech and language screenings, and working directly with students to improve their communication skills.

In contrast, while healthcare facilities do utilize SLPA services, the focus tends to be more on rehabilitation rather than educational objectives. Corporate offices and research laboratories are less common environments for SLPAs, as these settings typically focus on speech and language disorder research or corporate communication skills, rather than direct client interaction in speech and language therapy.