Massachusetts § 144 - Speech-language pathologists and audiologists; qualifications for license
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§ 144. Speech-language pathologists and audiologists; qualifications for license
Section 144. To be eligible for license by the board as a speech-language pathologist or audiologist, an applicant shall:
(1) be of good moral character,
(2) possess at a minimum (a) a bachelor's degree or its equivalent and (b) a master's degree or its equivalent in the area of speech-language pathology or audiology granted by an educational institution which incorporates academic course work and the minimum hours of supervised training required by the national certifying body for speech-language pathology and audiology,
(3) have completed the period of supervised professional practice in the area in which the license is being sought required by the national certifying body for speech-language pathology and audiology,
(4) pass an examination approved by the board except that such examination may be waived by the board for applicants who hold a current and valid certificate of clinical competence in speech-language pathology or audiology from the national certifying body for speech-language pathology and audiology.
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 144
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 144 cover?
Section 144 ("Speech-language pathologists and audiologists; qualifications for license") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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