058-5 Wyo. Code R. § 5-2

Current through April 27, 2019

Section 5-2 - Speech-Language Pathology Aides Registration

(a) An applicant may seek registration as a speech-language pathology aide to practice under the direct supervision of a licensee.

(b) Education requirement. An applicant must have a high school diploma or a GED equivalent.

(c) Application Packet for Speech-Language Pathology Aide Registration. The applicant shall submit the following documentation to the Board for approval:

(i) Completed application and payment of fees;

(ii) Supervision agreement executed by the applicant and the supervising licensee; and

(iii) A training plan establishing competency for the applicant submitted by the supervising licensee, which includes:
- (A) Twenty-five (25) hours of direct supervised client contact; and
- (B) Twenty-five (25) hours of direct observational training in the following:
  - (I) Overview of speech and/or language disorders relative to client-related care or hearing and balance relative to client-related assessment, disorders, and care;
  - (II) Ethical and legal responsibilities;
  - (III) Observing and data collection specific to site population; and
  - (IV) Record keeping.

(d) Aide Registration. Upon Board approval, the supervising licensee may implement the training plan. Verification of completion shall be sent to the Board within six (6) months of approval, otherwise the application shall expire. After completion, the applicant may identify themselves as an "aide."

(e) Aide Continued Practice. An aide's registration shall remain valid if the supervising licensee provides the required evaluation form with their annual renewal.

058-5 Wyo. Code R. § 5-2

Amended, Eff. 4/1/2016.

Amended, Eff. 11/22/2017.