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Speech-Language Pathologists in California

Speech-language pathologists assess and treat people with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders. They work in hospitals, schools, clinics, and private practice, using therapeutic techniques and sometimes alternative communication systems In California the median pay is $118,970 a year, 22% above the national median of $97,870.

$118,970median pay in California, per year
$98,920–$135,070middle half earn
16,930employed in California
$97,870U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in California

307open roles like this on employer career sites, 70 in California or remote
14employers hiring
121posted in the last 7 days
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Openings in California and remote

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What it takes

Preparation: Extensive preparation (graduate degree and/or many years of experience). Most hold a master’s degree.

Skills that matter most

Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningCritical ThinkingSocial PerceptivenessWritingSpeakingLearning StrategiesActive Learning

Knowledge areas

English LanguageEducation and TrainingCustomer and Personal ServicePsychologyTherapy and CounselingAdministrative

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Licenses and training in California

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O*NET-SOC 29-1127.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, California, annual.