Me. Stat. tit. 32 § 17306

Current through 131st (2023-2024) Legislature Chapter 684

Section 17306 - Scope of practice; speech-language pathologist

Speech-language pathologists identify, assess and provide treatment for individuals of all ages with communication and swallowing disorders. Speech-language pathologists may: [2007, c. 369, Pt. C, §3(NEW); 2007, c. 369, Pt. C, §5(AFF).]

1.Human communication. Manage and supervise programs and services related to human communication and its disorders;

[2007, c. 369, Pt. C, §3(NEW); 2007, c. 369, Pt. C, §5(AFF).]

2. Speech-language pathology. Counsel families, individuals and caregivers with respect to speech-language pathology; and

[2007, c. 369, Pt. C, §3(NEW); 2007, c. 369, Pt. C, §5(AFF).]

3. Consultation; referrals; programs. Provide consultation, make referrals and develop preventative programs.

[2007, c. 369, Pt. C, §3(NEW); 2007, c. 369, Pt. C, §5(AFF).]

The provisions of this section pertaining to the scope of practice for speech-language pathologists neither limit nor infringe upon licensure laws of other regulated professions in this State. [2007, c. 369, Pt. C, §3(NEW); 2007, c. 369, Pt. C, §5(AFF).]

32 M.R.S. § 17306

2007, c. 369, Pt. C, §3 (NEW) . 2007, c. 369, Pt. C, §5 (AFF) .