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Speech-Language Pathologists in Tennessee

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 Tennessee the median pay is $84,630 a year, 14% below the national median of $97,870.

$84,630median pay in Tennessee, per year
$64,730–$101,760middle half earn
3,320employed in Tennessee
$97,870U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in Tennessee

308open roles like this on employer career sites, 12 in Tennessee or remote
14employers hiring
122posted in the last 7 days
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Openings in Tennessee 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 Tennessee

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