Benefits of IPE/IPP

Understand why changes in education and health care mean that many schools, clinics, and universities are incorporating IPE/IPP into the way they work.

Case Studies

Check out real-life examples from ASHA members and ASHA's Special Interest Groups that highlight how IPE/IPP teams improved outcomes for students and patients.

Additional Resources on Qualified Providers

ASHA Documents

Code of Ethics
Scope of Practice in Speech-Language Pathology
Preferred Practice Patterns for the Profession of Speech-Language Pathology
Describes indicators and clinical processes for the evaluation and treatment of communication disorders in infants, toddlers, and school-age children.
Multiskilled Personnel: Position Statement and Technical Report
Includes ASHA's position on cross-training professionals from other disciplines to perform clinical skills.
Quality Indicators for Professional Service Programs in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology
Provides a guide for the development of policies and procedures that facilitate the provision of quality professional services.

Support Personnel

Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Scope of Practice
Guidance for SLPAs and their supervisors regarding ethical considerations related to the SLPA practice parameters.
Frequently Asked Questions about Speech-Language Pathology Assistants
Includes ASHA policy documents and resources about the training and use of SLPAs.
Issues in Ethics: Speech-Language Pathology Assistants addresses issues related to the use of support personnel who may not have training or a background in the field of speech-language pathology.

Medicaid

ASHA policy documents and related resources
Medicaid regulations outline professional qualifications needed to bill for services. Individuals who do not meet the qualification standards can provide services "under the direction of" a qualified SLP. Learn more about this rule and how it impacts SLPs working in schools and early intervention.