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Idaho's Three-Tiered System for Speech-Language Paratherapist Training and Utilization.
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Longhurst, Thomas M. – Journal of Children's Communication Development, 1997
Discusses the development and current implementation of Idaho's three-tiered system of speech-language paratherapists. Support personnel providing speech-language services to learners with special communication needs in educational settings must obtain one of three certification levels: (1) speech-language aide, (2) associate degree…
Descriptors: Ancillary School Services, Certification, Communication Disorders, Elementary Secondary Education
Speech-Language Paraprofessionals Working in Kentucky Schools.
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Blodgett, Elizabeth G.; Miller, Jean M. – Journal of Children's Communication Development, 1997
Describes factors leading to the recent statewide introduction of speech-language paraprofessionals called speech-language pathology assistants (SLPA) in Kentucky's public schools. Also describes the licensure model, requirements for SLPA licensure, and the scope of practice associated with the position. Reports results of a survey indicating…
Descriptors: Certification, Communication Disorders, Delivery Systems, Elementary Secondary Education