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Arizona Revised Statutes Title 36. Public Health and Safety § 36-1940.01. Speech-language pathologist; licensure requirements

Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

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

1. Submit a nonrefundable application fee as prescribed by § 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 § 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 § 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. The director shall adopt rules prescribing criteria for approved postgraduate professional experience.

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