The information below is collected from state licensure boards or regulatory agencies responsible for developing requirements for the professions of audiology and speech-language pathology to work in the early intervention setting. The information is reviewed on an annual basis. Please be advised that laws, regulations, and policies may change at any time, so always check with your state for the most up-to-date information.
Doctoral degree plus 4th year internship (for new licenses beginning January 2007)
State licensure is issued by the Alabama Board of Examiners in Speech/Language Pathology and Audiology.
Master's degree or equivalent
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech/Language Pathology and license from the Alabama Board of Examiners for Speech/Language Pathology and Audiology (unless exempt from licensure) OR in clinical fellowship year with supervision in accordance with ASHA guidelines.
Bachelor's degree in communication disorders or speech-language pathology
Authorization for the Assistant Speech Pathologist from the Alabama Board of Examiners in Speech/Language Pathology and Audiology.
Must be under the direct supervision of a licensed speech/language pathologist. Direct supervision requires the physical presence of the licensee in the same facility or location at all times when the assistant is carrying out assigned clinical responsibilities. The licensed supervisor must document direct observation of at least 10% of all clinical services provided by the assistant. Direct supervision must be provided on-site for each child and family in the natural environment at a minimum of one out of every 6 visits, but no less than every 90 calendar days.
Not addressed.
Individuals with no certification or licensure requirement for continuing education are required to participate in 16 contact hours, every 2 years, of continuing education activities related to early intervention/pediatrics, working with children and families, or child development.
All early intervention personnel are required to complete the training instruction "Message ReVITALIZED: Journey II" within every three years during their employment with AEIS.
Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services, Early Intervention
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