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The National Council of State Boards of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (NCSB) would like to share an update on the operational status of the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC) with both its member states and non-member states. First, we’d like to share some background information and clarify information about the ASLP-IC.

Background

Since 2018, NCSB has been in full support of states passing legislation to adopt the ASLP-IC. The ASLP-IC will promote consumer protection by allowing a pathway by which audiologists and speech-language pathologists can obtain the authorization to practice in states where they do not hold a license.

Clarification

• The ASLP-IC recognizes the licensure requirements of the home state; and
• The ASLP-IC does not require a licensee to hold certification issued by any national professional association in order to obtain authorization to practice across state lines in states that are members of the compact

Update of Operational Status

The ASLP-IC Commission is currently engaged with a developer to build the database system that compact member states will utilize to process applications. We anticipate the ASLP-IC Commission will be begin accepting applications by June 2025.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the ASLP-IC Commission by visiting their website and completing the contact us form at: https://aslpcompact.com/contact-us/. You may also contact NCSB at the contact information listed above.

Sincerely,

NCSB Board of Directors

Each year at its Corporate Business meeting, NCSB member states have one vote toward the slate of Board of Directors who will be serving the organization. NCSB opens the call for nominations online to all member states for nominations of candidates willing to serve.

NCSB is issuing this as a call for nominations for two 3-year positions on the Board of Directors (BOD) and one partial term position to fill our current vacancy to end December 31, 2026. TWO Nominees will serve a 3-year term, beginning January 1, 2025 and ending December 31, 2027.

See the NCSB Bylaws and contact the main office: info@ncsb.info

According to the NCSB Bylaws, "Members of the Board of Directors shall be from states that are members of the Council or shall hold individual membership in the Council." At least two of the three MUST be an audiologist. No more than two members of the Board of Directors will be elected from the same state.
Let your voice be heard! Nominate yourself or others who will have an impact on our organization. We welcome nominees from all parts of the country!

Nominations must include the following:

• Position you are APPLYING for: FULL Term; Partial Remaining Term Ending 2026
• Name of nominee
• Email of nominee
• Has the nominee been notified and agrees to serve if elected? (YES/NO)
• Name of nominator
• Email of nominator
• Licensure Board NCSB Member State
• Licensing Board Role (Speech-language pathologist; audiologist; board attorney; board administrator; public member)

Submit your nomination

on or before June 30, 2024

Honors of the Association is intended to recognize an individual for exemplary contributions to NCSB, to a licensing board in the state, or to an individual employed by an organization or other entity that addresses regulatory concerns for the professions.

The Special Recognition Award is given to individuals who have demonstrated exemplary commitment and contributions in the area of regulation at the state level. Criteria for these awards and detailed nomination procedures can be on the NCSB website, follow the links below.

NCSB encourages member boards to respond to the Call for Nominations for these two awards. Recipients will be recognized at the Business Meeting Friday, September 27, 2024 in San Antonio, TX at the Menger Hotel.

This serves to request your participation in the nomination process for the NCSB Honors and NCSB Special Recognition Awards. Nomination criteria, guidelines and procedures for these awards can be found online at https://ncsb.info/ncsb-awards.

The nomination form can be downloaded from the web site and must accompany the supporting documentation, which includes two letters of support.

Tentative Timeline

• June 30: Deadline for receipt of nominations: nomination packets are reviewed for completeness and reasonable efforts will be made to follow-up with anyone who submitted an incomplete packet.
• August 16: Notification sent to award recipients.
• October: Award is presented at the fall conference.
• October: After the fall conference, Honors Committee Chair and president of NCSB send letter to award recipient’s home state licensure board and/or employer.

Reserve your room now

Deadline extended to July 31

This is to request your participation in the nomination process for the NCSB Honors and NCSB Special Recognition Awards. Nomination criteria, guidelines and procedures for these awards can be found online at https://ncsb.info/ncsb-awards.

The nomination form can be downloaded from the web site and must accompany the supporting documentation, which includes two letters of support.

Tentative Timeline

• June 15: Deadline for receipt of nominations: nomination packets are reviewed for completeness and reasonable efforts will be made to follow-up with anyone who submitted an incomplete packet.
• August 15: Notification sent to award recipients.
• October: Award is presented at the fall conference.
• October: After the fall conference, Honors Committee Chair and president of NCSB send letter to award recipient’s home state licensure board and/or employer.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS:
ASLP-IC SEEKING EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology Compact Commission (ASLP-ICC) is seeking applications for the compact’s executive director position.

Please see the linked position description for more information about job duties and education, experience and skill requirements:

ASLP-ICC Executive Director Job Description (pdf)

Qualified candidates should send a cover letter and resume to robert1@primemanagement.net by 5 p.m. ET on Friday, July 14, 2023 to apply.

April 2023

NCSB is issuing a call for nominations for three positions on the Board of Directors

(BOD). Nominees will serve a 3-year term, beginning January 1, 2024 and ending December 31, 2026.

According to the NCSB Bylaws, "Members of the Board of Directors shall be from states that are members of the Council or shall hold individual membership in the Council." At least one of the three MUST be an audiologist.

Let your voice be heard! Nominate yourself or others who will have an impact on our organization.

Nominations must include the following:

• Name of nominee
• Email of nominee
• Has the nominee been notified and agrees to serve if elected? (YES/NO)
• Name of nominator
• Email of nominator
• Licensure Board NCSB Member State
• Licensing Board Role (Speech-language pathologist; audiologist; board attorney; board administrator; public member)

Please use this form and submit your nominations for the Board of Directors via email to amy.sue.goldman219@gmail.com by June 30, 2023.

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NCSB POSITION STATEMENT ON THE ASLP-IC

April 2021

The National Council of State Boards of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (NCSB), consistent with its mission to promote consumer protection by supporting regulatory boards in speech-language pathology and audiology in fulfilling statutory, professional and ethical obligations adopts the following position regarding the proposed Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC).

NCSB supports the proposed ASLP-IC. Since 2016 NCSB has worked closely with the Council of State Governments and their Interstate Compact Advisory Workgroup to develop a proposed interstate compact for speech-language pathology and audiology. The ASLP-IC is an occupational licensure compact that addresses the increased demand for practitioners to provide, and for consumers to receive appropriate speech-language pathology and audiology services in concert with prevailing standards. It authorizes both telehealth and in-person practice across state lines without having to become licensed in additional ASLP-IC states. The compact permits audiologists and speech-language pathologists to provide services to populations currently underserved or geographically isolated. The compact also allows military personnel and spouses to more easily maintain their professional license when relocating.

Additionally, the ASLP-IC improves consumer protection across state lines. The compact increases access to care when patients, clients, and/or students relocate or travel to another compact member state. The compact also promotes cooperation between ASLP-IC member states on interstate licensure and regulation requirements such as continuing education. The compact ensures that audiologists and speech-language pathologists from other ASLP-IC member states who practice in another compact state, under the privilege granted by the compact, have met acceptable standards of practice. In summary, the ASLP-IC reduces regulatory barriers that negatively impact both consumers and practitioners. The compact does not change a state’s scope of practice for audiology or speech-language pathology. The ASLP-IC ensures the ethical and legal provision of services and reduces regulatory barriers while still protecting the public.

The Board of Directors support passage of the ASLP-IC in states and commits to supporting legislative efforts to that end.