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Current Policies and New Directions for Speech-Language Pathology Assistants
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posted on 2023-05-18, 04:06 authored by Paul-Brown, D, Lynette GoldbergLynette GoldbergThis article provides an overview of current American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) policies for the appropriate use and supervision of speech-language pathology assistants with an emphasis on the need to preserve the role of fully qualified speech-language pathologists in the service delivery system. Seven challenging issues surrounding the appropriate use of speech-language pathology assistants are considered. These include registering assistants and approving training programs; membership in ASHA; discrepancies between state requirements and ASHA policies; preparation for serving diverse multicultural, bilingual, and international populations; supervision considerations; funding and reimbursement for assistants; and perspectives on career-ladder/bachelor-level personnel. The formation of a National Leadership Council is proposed to develop a coordinated strategic plan for addressing these controversial and potentially divisive issues related to speech-language pathology assistants. This council would implement strategies for future development in the areas of professional education pertaining to assistant-level supervision, instruction of assistants, communication networks, policy development, research, and the dissemination/promotion of information regarding assistants.
History
Publication title
Language, Speech and Hearing Services in SchoolsVolume
32Pagination
4-17ISSN
0161-1461Department/School
Wicking Dementia Research Education CentrePublisher
Amer Speech-Language-Hearing AssocPlace of publication
10801 Rockville Pike, Rockville, USA, Md, 20852-3279Rights statement
Copyright 2001 American Speech-Language-Hearing AssociationRepository Status
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