A.R.S. § 36-1940.01: Speech Pathologist License

36-1940.01. Speech-language pathologist; licensure requirements; fingerprint clearance card; rules

A. A person who wishes to be licensed as a speech-language pathologist shall:

1. Submit a nonrefundable application fee as prescribed by section 36-1908.

2. Submit evidence satisfactory to the director that the applicant has:

(a) A master's degree in speech-language pathology or the equivalent from a nationally or regionally accredited college or university in a program consistent with the standards of this state's universities.

(b) Completed a supervised clinical practicum in speech-language pathology from a nationally or regionally accredited college or university in a program consistent with the standards of this state's universities.

(c) Completed postgraduate professional experience in the field of speech-language pathology approved by the director.

3. Pass an examination pursuant to section 36-1902, subsection G.

4. Not have had a license revoked or suspended by a state within the preceding two years and not be presently ineligible for licensure in any state because of a prior revocation or suspension.

B. A person who wishes to be licensed as a speech-language pathologist whose practice is limited to providing services to pupils under the authority of a local education agency or state-supported institution shall:

1. Submit a nonrefundable application fee as provided by section 36-1908.

2. Submit proof of an employee or contractor relationship with a local education agency or a state-supported institution.

3. Hold a certificate in speech and language therapy awarded by the state board of education.

C. A person who wishes to be licensed as a speech-language pathologist and have the privilege to practice pursuant to article 4.1 of this chapter shall obtain a fingerprint clearance card pursuant to section 41-1758.07.

D. The director shall adopt rules prescribing criteria for approved postgraduate professional experience.