H-1B Visa Speech Language Pathology Jobs
Speech-language pathologists qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in communication sciences or a related field. Employers in hospital systems, school districts, and rehabilitation networks regularly file LCAs and I-129 petitions to sponsor SLPs, making this one of the more actively sponsored allied health roles.
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Successful candidates must hold a master’s degree in speech-language pathology.
Required Professional Certifications:
Eligible to obtain and maintain an Ohio Speech and Hearing Professionals Board License and an American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC-SLP).
Experience Requirements
Minimum of 5 years of professional work experience serving pediatric or adult clients with a variety of communication and swallowing disorders needs. Minimum of 5 years of professional work experience with mentorship/supervision of clinical fellows or student clinicians. Experience working collaboratively while mentoring/supervising students from various backgrounds and ability levels is essential.
Preferred Experiences:
Clinical experience with both pediatric AND adult clients is preferred, as the University of Akron Audiology and Speech Center services a wide range of clientele. Experience evaluating and treating clients with a variety of communication impairments and swallowing/feeding disorders.
Responsibilities
The primary responsibilities of this position are to provide clinical education and training for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in the bachelor’s and master’s programs in speech-language pathology. Successful applicants will be asked to mentor/supervise enrolled students during the delivery of services in the Audiology and Speech Center at The University of Akron.
Additional Position Information:
Open until filled, however, review of applicants will begin immediately until the position is filled and needs of the school are met.
FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt):
United States of America (Exempt)
Union Affiliation (if applicable):
For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:
Derek Brown (Private)
Email:
djb132@uakron.edu
Background Check Statement
The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.
Non-Discrimination Statement
The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
State of Residence Statement
It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.
Minimum Education:
Successful candidates must hold a master’s degree in speech-language pathology.
Required Professional Certifications:
Eligible to obtain and maintain an Ohio Speech and Hearing Professionals Board License and an American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC-SLP).
Experience Requirements
Minimum of 5 years of professional work experience serving pediatric or adult clients with a variety of communication and swallowing disorders needs. Minimum of 5 years of professional work experience with mentorship/supervision of clinical fellows or student clinicians. Experience working collaboratively while mentoring/supervising students from various backgrounds and ability levels is essential.
Preferred Experiences:
Clinical experience with both pediatric AND adult clients is preferred, as the University of Akron Audiology and Speech Center services a wide range of clientele. Experience evaluating and treating clients with a variety of communication impairments and swallowing/feeding disorders.
Responsibilities
The primary responsibilities of this position are to provide clinical education and training for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in the bachelor’s and master’s programs in speech-language pathology. Successful applicants will be asked to mentor/supervise enrolled students during the delivery of services in the Audiology and Speech Center at The University of Akron.
Additional Position Information:
Open until filled, however, review of applicants will begin immediately until the position is filled and needs of the school are met.
FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt):
United States of America (Exempt)
Union Affiliation (if applicable):
For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:
Derek Brown (Private)
Email:
djb132@uakron.edu
Background Check Statement
The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.
Non-Discrimination Statement
The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
State of Residence Statement
It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Speech Language Pathology
Verify your CCC credential before applying
Most H-1B sponsors for SLP roles require your Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA. Confirm your CCC is current before submitting applications, as employers use it to satisfy the specialty occupation requirement in the LCA.
Target healthcare systems over school districts
Hospital networks and rehabilitation companies file H-1B petitions through dedicated immigration counsel more consistently than public school districts, which often lack the infrastructure to sponsor foreign nationals for clinical roles.
Search employer LCA filings on Migrate Mate
Pull DOL Labor Condition Application data on Migrate Mate to see which employers have filed for SLP roles by SOC code. This shows real sponsorship history, not just a recruiter's claim that a company 'sometimes sponsors.'
Check state licensure timelines before accepting offers
H-1B petitions require a state license or a temporary practice permit in many states. Some states take 60 to 90 days to issue SLP licenses, so confirm the timeline before your employer sets a start date and files with USCIS.
Use OFLC Wage Search to negotiate your offered salary
Your employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location, certified in the LCA. Run the OFLC Wage Search before your offer stage so you know what wage level the DOL will require.
Request premium processing if your start date is fixed
Premium processing reduces I-129 adjudication to 15 business days. If your employer has a hard credentialing or caseload start date, ask them to file with premium processing to avoid gaps between your OPT or prior status expiring and your H-1B approval.
H-1B Visa Speech Language Pathology: Frequently Asked Questions
Does speech-language pathology qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. USCIS recognizes SLP as a specialty occupation because the role requires at minimum a master's degree in communication sciences and disorders for clinical practice in most states, and a bachelor's degree at minimum by statute. Your CCC from ASHA and your state license together document the theoretical and practical requirements USCIS expects to see in an H-1B petition.
Which types of employers most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for SLPs?
Hospital systems, inpatient rehabilitation facilities, skilled nursing facility chains, and private practice networks with multi-state operations are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for SLPs. School districts can sponsor H-1B visas but frequently lack in-house immigration infrastructure, which slows or blocks filings. Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers with verified LCA filing history in speech-language pathology before you apply.
Can my employer sponsor my H-1B if I still need to obtain state licensure?
Yes, in most cases. Many states allow SLPs to practice under a temporary or provisional license while a full license is pending. Your employer can file the H-1B petition before your permanent license is issued, but the petition must reflect the license you hold or are eligible to hold at the time of filing. Confirm your specific state's temporary practice rules before your employer submits the I-129.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement apply to SLP roles?
Before filing your H-1B petition, your employer must certify a Labor Condition Application with the DOL confirming you'll be paid at least the prevailing wage for your SLP role in the specific work location. The DOL assigns wage levels 1 through 4 based on experience and specialization. You can check applicable wage levels using the OFLC Wage Search to understand what your employer is required to pay before you finalize an offer.
Is my SLP master's degree from a foreign university accepted for H-1B sponsorship?
It can be, but your employer's immigration attorney will typically require a credential evaluation from a recognized service confirming your degree is equivalent to a U.S. master's in communication sciences and disorders. ASHA's certification process itself often includes this review, so if you already hold CCC, you've cleared a significant part of the equivalency burden. USCIS still reviews the evaluation independently as part of the specialty occupation analysis.