Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant program at Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce is an associate degree program at this private nonprofit institution in Ponce, PR. The program trains students to work under the supervision of licensed speech-language pathologists, providing therapeutic support to individuals with communication and swallowing disorders within the communication sciences and services field (CIP 51.0816).

Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce offers several health sciences programs alongside speech-language pathology, including associate degrees in Cardiovascular Technology/Technologist and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, a certificate in Athletic Training/Trainer, and a bachelor's degree in Perioperative/Operating Room and Surgical Nurse/Nursing. Students in the speech-language pathology assistant program are prepared for clinical support roles in schools, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and private practices.