Hearing and Speech Services

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Hearing and speech professions

Audiologist | Hearing aid specialist | Speech-language pathologist | Speech-language pathology assistant

Current Topics

Notice of ASLP-IC Rulemaking:
- See ASLP-IC's rule-making webpage
- Title of Rule: ASLP-IC Rule on Implementation of Criminal Background Check Requirement
Rules making announcement CR-101 filed for 2SHB 1724 implementation of reducing barriers to licensure and clarification to WAC 246-828-617 (PDF).
Rules making announcement CR-103 filed for ESSB 5229 implementation of health equity continuing education.
Second rules making announcement CR-103 filed for WAC 246-828-100 aligned changes with FDA’s rule on OTC hearing aids.
The Board of Hearing and Speech is recruiting for an advising physician and a public member (PDF).
The Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC) allows eligible licensed audiologists and speech-language pathologists an alternative method for providing services in other member states. If you are interested in learning more about the ASLP-IC Compact see its website.
Information for providers whose credentials have been affected by a drug conviction