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SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY PARAPROFESSIONAL The Associate in Applied Science Degree in Speech Language Pathology Paraprofessional (SLPP) is offered online . The two-year program provides students with an opportunity to complete the degree at home while continuing their current employment status . A Speech Language Pathology Paraprofessional works under the direct control of a Speech Language Pathologist . This degree allows the assistant to provide the following services: screen without interpretation following specified protocols; perform established tasks; document student progress; prepare materials; create scheduling; and maintain equipment . This career choice is for people who possess good communication skills, are patient, can follow directions, have good observation skills, and like working with children in a school setting . This program follows the certification requirements of the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction and requires 61 credits . The American Speech- Language Hearing Association (ASHA) is not currently accrediting or certifying programs; however, the program is based on ASHA guidelines to be in line for accreditation should ASHA resume accrediting programs . Applications for the SLPP program are reviewed once each year in November . A limited number is admitted into the program each spring . Prospective students must complete all requirements for admission to the SLPP program as outlined in the SLPP packet, available from the Student Affairs of