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Regulation of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists

Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC)

Proposed Amendment to the ASLP-IC Rule on Implementation of Criminal Background Check Requirement

ASLP-IC Rulemaking Notice Details:

Title of Rule: Proposed Amendment to the ASLP-IC Rule on Implementation of Criminal Background Check Requirement.

Purpose: ASLP-IC member states’ implementation and utilization of procedures for considering the criminal history records of applicants for an initial privilege to practice is required by the model legislation.

Authority: Section 3: State Participation in the Compact; Section 8: Establishment of the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact Commission; Section 10: Rulemaking.

Comment Period Start Date: Thursday, May 29, 2025

Comment Period End Date: Via email by 5 p.m., EDT on Friday, June 27, 2025 or by attending the ASLP-IC Special Commission Meeting on Monday, June 30, 2025 at 4 p.m., EDT via virtual teleconference (Zoom).
Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88319496998?pwd=o5zp8y4ABCKjqidFh6FwPmlv74DBbu.1#success

ASLP-IC Public Notice: https://aslpcompact.com/commission/commission-rulemakings/

Due to the passage of Senate Bill 75 in the 33rd Legislative Session, Alaska has joined the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact (ASLP-IC).

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 please use the following link: https://aslpcompact.com/commission/.

The ASLP-IC data system is currently in development so Compact privileges to practice are not yet available in any state. You can find more information on the ASLP-IC’s expected timeline and how the Compact privilege applications will work on the ASLP-IC website, linked above. In the meantime, if you wish to practice as an Audiologist or Speech-Language Pathologist in Alaska, you will need to apply for the Alaska-specific license using the online or paper application on the Applications and Forms page.