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Is there a problem with speech implementers becoming fully licensed SLPs?

April 26, 2017fully implementers licensed problem slps speech

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Is there a problem with speech implementers becoming fully licensed SLPs?

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Some speech implementers with bachelor’s degrees in communication disorders have a desire to become fully licensed SLPs. If it is determined that implementers are practicing in violation of the licensure law, it may be difficult for individuals who served as implementers to obtain their SLP licensure. The only apparent redress is for the implementer with a bachelor’s degree in communication disorders to register as an SLP assistant, make sure his/her supervising SLP is licensed, and make sure the level of supervision conforms to the Board of Healing Arts requirements for SLP assistants. Until the issue is resolved, this appears to be the only way to ensure the practice of an implementer does not violate licensure law.