1. (a) An occupational therapist may assess and manage the pharyngoesophageal phase of swallowing, including instrumental evaluations, only if the occupational therapist has done the following:

   1. (1) Obtained continuing competency specific to the assessment and management of swallowing disorders.

   2. (2) Demonstrated competencies specific to the evaluation and management of pharyngoesophageal swallowing disorders within the practitioner's service delivery setting and with the specific populations through, at a minimum:

      1. (A) professional development or similar advanced training;
      2. (B) successful passage of a written test; and
      3. (C) demonstrated clinical skills and knowledge.
2. (b) The competencies required under subsection (a)(2) must be annually reviewed and updated.

As added by P.L.67-2014, SEC.3.