ASLP-IC: Ohio is a member state of the Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC). Information on the current status of the ASLP-IC can be found on the ASLP-IC website.

Telepractice: Providers must hold a state license and adhere to the same requirements as in-person practice.

Allowable service delivery models:

• Store-and-forward model/electronic transmission is an asynchronous electronic transmission of stored clinical data from one location to another usually by the internet via email and fax.
• Synchronous clinician interactive model is a real-time interaction between the provider and patient that may occur via encrypted audio and video transmission over telecommunication links including, but not limited to, videoconferencing.

Restrictions:

• Notification of telehealth services should be provided to the client, the guardian, or the caregiver, if appropriate. The notification shall include the right to refuse telehealth services, options for service delivery, and instructions on filing and resolving complaints.

Temporary Practice for Out-of-State Providers: Providers licensed in another state with ASHA CCCs may practice for not more than one period of 30 consecutive calendar days in any year and must file a statement to the Board in advance.

Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathologist: Pupil Services Registration

• State license

Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathologist: Professional Pupil Services License

• Master’s degree from approved educational program
• Program recommendation
• Praxis exam
• State license

Continuing Education: Maintenance of state license

A state license is required to work in early intervention in Ohio.

Audiology Assistant

Health Care Setting: Audiology Aide

• High school diploma
• Training requirements as set out in application
• A licensed audiologist shall not supervise any more than two aides unless approved by the Board.

School Setting

• Not regulated

Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

Health Care Setting: Speech-Language Pathology Aide

• High school diploma
• Training requirements as set out in application
• A licensed speech-language pathologist shall not supervise any more than two aides unless approved by the Board.

School Setting

• Not regulated

Continuing Education: Continuing education opportunities must be provided to ensure that practices are current and that skills are maintained

Speech and Hearing Professionals Board 
Phone: 614-466-3145
Email: board@shp.ohio.gov

Ohio Department of Education
Phone: 877-644-6338        
Email: educator.licensure@SBOE.ohio.gov

Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities, Early Intervention
Phone: 614-644-7580
Email: ei@dodd.ohio.gov

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