The following information includes audiology and speech-language pathology assistants and support personnel requirements in educational and other practice settings. The information is reviewed on an annual basis. Please be advised that regulations and policy may change at any time, so always check with your state for the most up-to-date information.
Special education aides must hold a Department of Public Instruction license. Hiring requirements are established by individual school districts and may include experience, coursework, etc. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. Applications must be requested by employing school district administrator. Licenses are valid for 5 years.
A speech-language pathologist may supervise up to two full-time equivalent individuals at any given time.
Special education aides must hold a Department of Public Instruction license. Hiring requirements are established by individual school districts and may include experience, coursework, etc. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. Applications must be requested by employing school district administrator. Licenses are valid for 5 years.
For further information on laws and regulations for speech-language pathology and audiology support personnel in educational and other practice settings, please visit these websites:
To see where your state stands on support personnel licensure trends, please view the trends charts which are updated annually:
Questions regarding state advocacy issues? Call ASHA at 800-498-2071 and ask for the State Advocacy Team.