Will a SLPA applicant with a baccalaureate degree in a non-communicative sciences field qualify for an assistant license?

To qualify for a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) license in Texas, an applicant must hold a degree in communicative disorders, speech-language pathology, or a closely related field. A baccalaureate degree in a non-communicative sciences area does not meet the educational requirements established by the Texas Speech-Language Pathology Board. This regulatory framework ensures that SLPAs possess the necessary foundational knowledge and skills that directly relate to the practice of speech-language pathology.

As a result, without a degree specifically in communicative sciences or a related discipline, the applicant would fail to meet the criteria needed to obtain the assistant license, emphasizing the importance of appropriate educational qualifications in ensuring competency in providing support in speech-language pathology.