Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia Department 609 - STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGY
Here is a summary of the Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia – Department 609, which governs the State Board of Examiners of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology:
Department 609 – State Board of Examiners of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
This department regulates the licensing and professional conduct of speech-language pathologists and audiologists in Georgia.
Key Chapters and Provisions
609-1: Organization
Establishes the Board’s structure and authority under O.C.G.A. § 43-44.
Details Board composition, meetings, and contact information.
609-2: Definitions
Provides definitions for terms such as:
“Supervised Clinical Practicum”
“Direct Client Contact”
“Professional Employment Experience (PEE)”
“Continuing Education (CE)”
609-3: Licensure Requirements
Sets out eligibility for licensure, including:
Minimum educational qualifications (Master's or Doctoral degrees)
Required supervised clinical practicum hours
Completion of a Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) or equivalent
Passing the Praxis Examination in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology
609-4: Licensure by Endorsement
Provides for licensure of professionals licensed in other states with equivalent requirements.
609-5: Provisional Licenses
Issued to applicants completing the required supervised professional employment (SPE) or CFY.
Valid for up to 12 months and may be extended once.
609-6: Continuing Education (CE)
20 clock hours required every two years for license renewal.
CE must be related to speech-language pathology or audiology.
CE providers must be approved (e.g., ASHA).
609-7: License Renewal
Biennial renewal required.
Includes CE verification and applicable fees.
609-8: Code of Ethics
Mandates professional conduct standards, including:
Client confidentiality
Truthfulness in advertising
Appropriate supervision of support personnel
609-9: Disciplinary Actions
Outlines violations, including:
Fraud, deception, or misrepresentation
Substance abuse impairing practice
Unprofessional or unethical conduct
Provides for hearings, sanctions, license suspension or revocation.
609-10: Supervision Requirements
Specifies supervision for:
Support personnel (e.g., speech-language pathology assistants)
Individuals holding provisional licenses
Governing Law
The Board operates under the authority of Georgia Code Title 43, Chapter 44.
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