What is the typical salary for an SLPA?
Typical salaries have increased substantially since the graduation of the first class of SLPAs in 2002. The pay range is dependent on the work setting. In locations such as schools and private practices, typical hourly wages range from $22 to $25 per hour. In early intervention settings, typical hourly pay ranges from $32 to $45 per hour. Please note that most early intervention positions involve home visits, and SLPAs are typically not reimbursed for driving costs or paperwork and are not paid if the client cancels. Subsequently, the higher hourly wage in early intervention typically results in a net pay similar to that of other SLPA employment settings. On average, the SLPA salary is approximately 60 to 70 percent of an SLP’s salary in the same setting with commensurate experience.
