1. (a) To qualify for a license to assist in the practice of speech-language pathology, an applicant shall be an individual who meets the requirements of this section.

2. (b) The applicant shall:

   1. (1) Be of good moral character;
   2. (2) Hold a baccalaureate degree in speech-language pathology or communication sciences and disorders from an accredited institution or other degree as provided for in regulations adopted by the Board;
   3. (3) Have successfully completed the clinical observation hours and supervised clinical assisting experience hours required by the regulations adopted by the Board;
   4. (4) After a period of supervised practice by a licensed speech-language pathologist, have successfully completed a competency skills checklist as provided for in regulations adopted by the Board;
   5. (5) Demonstrate oral competency; and
   6. (6) Submit to a criminal history records check in accordance with § 2-303.1 of this subtitle.
3. (c) The Board may waive any of the qualifications required under this section as provided for in regulations adopted by the Board.

Added by Acts 2007, c. 391, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 2007. Amended by Acts 2016, c. 48, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 2016.