New Mexico Teacher Requirements for Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists

The information below is collected from state regulatory agencies responsible for regulating school-based speech-language pathologists and/or audiologists. 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.

Audiologist

Audiologists in the public schools do not fall under specific teacher requirements of the State Department of Education. State licensure by the New Mexico Board of Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology, and Hearing Aid Dispensing Practices is typically required for practice in the schools. Contact the board for additional information.

Speech-Language Pathologist

School-based speech-language pathologists in New Mexico were formerly referred to as related service or ancillary providers.

Initial Licensing Requirements

Speech Language Pathologist (901) 3 year license
- Official transcripts from all universities/colleges attended with degree(s) posted; and
- Copy of a valid speech language pathologist license issued by the New Mexico Speech Language Pathology & Audiology Board.
Speech Language Pathologist Apprentice (918) 3 year license (Can renew 1 time, if qualification are met. Two years will be added.)
- Official transcripts from all universities/colleges attended with degree(s) posted; and
- Copy of a valid speech language pathologist apprentice license issued by the New Mexico Speech Language Pathology & Audiology Board.
Speech Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow (917) 1 year license (non-renewable)
- Official transcripts from all universities/colleges attended with degree(s) posted; and
- Copy of a valid speech language pathologist fellow license issued by the New Mexico Speech Language Pathology & Audiology Board.

Renewal

Speech Language Pathologist (901)
- Application for New Mexico Continuing Licensure; and
- Copy of a valid speech language pathologist license issued by the New Mexico Speech Language Pathology & Audiology Board.
Renewal of 901 Licensure Level
- Level 1 is a 3 year license; advancement to a level 2 can be done after 3 years of licensure at a level 1.
- Level 2 is a 9 year license; advancement to a level 3 can be done after 3 years of license at a level 2.
- Level 3 is a 9 year license.
Speech Language Pathologist Apprentice (918) 2 year license
- Application for New Mexico Continuing Licensure; and
- Copy of a valid apprentice speech language pathologist license issued by the New Mexico Speech Language Pathology & Audiology Board; and
- Proof of enrollment in a graduate program.