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New Mexico Statutes Chapter 61. Professional and Occupational Licenses § 61-14B-13.1. Requirements for bilingual-multicultural endorsement

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

A bilingual-multicultural endorsement shall be issued to any person who:

A. files a completed application, accompanied by the required fees and documentation; certifies that the applicant is not guilty of any of the activities listed in Section 61-14B-21 NMSA 1978; and submits satisfactory evidence that the applicant:

(1) is eligible for and in the process of obtaining a license to practice as a speech-language pathologist;

(2) has completed the required education as determined by rule;

(3) has met experience requirements approved by the board; and

(4) has demonstrated proficiency in the specified language as determined by the board; or

B. files a completed application accompanied by the required fees and documentation; certifies that the applicant is not guilty of any of the activities listed in Section 61-14B-21 NMSA 1978; and submits satisfactory evidence that the applicant:

(1) has an active license in good standing in the state of New Mexico as a speech-language pathologist;

(2) has a current bilingual endorsement from the public education department; or

(3) has a minimum of five years practicing with clients who utilize a language other than English and has demonstrated proficiency in the specified language as determined by the board; or

C. files a completed application, accompanied by the required fees and documentation; certifies that the applicant is not guilty of any of the activities listed in Section 61-14B-21 NMSA 1978; and submits satisfactory evidence that the applicant:

(1) has a license in good standing in another state or country as a speech-language pathologist;

(2) has a minimum of five years practicing with clients who utilize a language other than English; and

(3) has demonstrated proficiency in the specified language as determined by the board.

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