Md. Code Regs. 10.38.09.01

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 25, December 13, 2024

Section 10.38.09.01 - Speech-Impaired Applicants

A. An applicant who claims a speech impairment shall fulfill all requirements for application and shall submit to the Board the following:

(1) Documentation of the applicant's impairment from an otolaryngologist, who has current certification from the American Board of Otolaryngology; and

(2) Documentation of the applicant's impairment from a speech-language pathologist who has current certification from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association.

B. The Board shall require the speech-impaired applicant to prove ability to communicate adequately with patients and other health care professionals. The proof of ability to communicate shall include:

(1) Three letters from supervising physical therapists or instructors in a physical therapy program, attesting to the applicant's ability to communicate in a professionally competent manner; and

(2) A meeting before the Board where the applicant shall be required to demonstrate the manner in which communication with patients will occur.

C. A speech-language pathologist or otolaryngologist may be asked to attend the meeting in an advisory capacity to the Board to aid in assessing the applicant's ability to communicate.

Md. Code Regs. 10.38.09.01