Texas Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Jurisprudence Practice Exam

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• Which organization promotes quality hearing and balance care through leadership, advocacy, and education?
• Are licensed assistants allowed to prepare lesson plans?
• Can Assistants in Speech-Language Pathology collaborate with other professionals about a client’s progress?
• What must each proposed supervisor submit if more than one SLP agrees to supervise an intern?
• How many hours of direct observation are required during the internship?
• Can an Audiology Assistant make a diagnosis or referrals to other professionals?
• Are speech-language pathologists allowed to diagnose and treat upper aerodigestive disorders?
• What must be submitted along with the application and fee after passing the Praxis exam?
• Which of the following actions is NOT permissible for a speech-language pathology licensee?
• Are Assistants in Speech-Language Pathology allowed to provide counseling?
• What is the key difference between a state license and ASHA certification?
• What is a possible consequence of unethical practice in speech-language pathology?
• Which task can an Audiology Assistant perform?
• What happens if the assistant license hours are not completed?
• Are SLP assistants required to undergo oversight from licensed SLPs during their practice?
• How many hours of ethics are required as part of the continuing education for Speech-Language Pathologists?
• Do certified speech-language pathologists need to adhere to a specific ethical framework?
• What is one consequence of failing to have valid licenses for both the assistant and supervisor?
• Which of the following is NOT a duty that a speech-language pathology assistant may perform?
• What documentation is required if Praxis exam is passed?
• What is one of the advocacy roles of the Texas Speech-Language Hearing Association?
• Which responsibility is NOT typically handled by a supervisor of a speech-language pathology assistant?
• What action must a licensee take regarding changes in name or mailing address?
• What type of certificate may be issued for those working under supervision in Speech-Language Pathology?
• How should a speech-language pathologist approach therapy environment safety?
• What is the minimum score required on the Praxis exam?
• If the qualifying score for the Praxis exam is not reached, what must be included in the application for a temporary certificate?
• Can an assistant conduct evaluations before obtaining their assistant license?
• Are Audiology Assistants allowed to engage in the fitting, dispensing, or sale of hearing instruments?
• Which title is appropriate for someone working as an assistant in Speech-Language Pathology?
• What can an SLPA do regarding equipment?
• What is the minimum number of hours required for an intern in speech-language pathology?
• Which examination is administered by the Educational Testing Service for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology?
• How many years of professional experience is required for a licensee to supervise an intern or assistant?
• What is required for applicants to the ASHA Associates Program?
• Which of the following roles is NOT part of the scope of practice for an Audiology Assistant?
• Which document must be submitted by an applicant who did not complete all clinical observation hours?
• Does the supervising SLP need to be present when an Assistant conducts speech or hearing screenings?
• Which body certifies individuals through the American Board of Audiology?
• How many hours of ethics are included in the 20 education hours required by ASHA every 2 years?
• How does the Texas Speech-Language Hearing Association contribute to professional development?
• How many segments should a SLP internship be divided into?
• Which of the following actions is generally prohibited for speech-language pathologists?
• Are Assistants in Speech-Language Pathology allowed to provide therapy independently?
• Which of the following statements about SLPAs is false?
• What is the role of the Texas Speech-Language Hearing Association?
• In what context does the term “monitoring activities” apply during the internship?
• Which of the following statements regarding the documentation of therapy sessions by SLPAs is true?
• Can an Assistant in Speech-Language Pathology perform invasive procedures?
• True or False: Audiology Assistants can change the internal settings of hearing instruments manually or using computer software.
• What is the primary regulatory body responsible for the scope of practice in speech-language pathology and audiology?
• Can SLP assistants answer questions about the IEP during an ARD meeting?
• What is the term used to describe the number of clients a licensed speech-language pathologist serves?
• What is the consequence of seeing children before a licensed supervisor is assigned?
• What is the validity period of a temporary certificate of registration?
• Which of the following is FALSE regarding SLP Assistants?
• Are speech-language pathologists permitted to practice with an expired license?
• Is it true that if the graduate degree has not been conferred, an intern applicant must submit a Course Work and Clinical Experience Form?
• How many total hours must an SLP intern be supervised during their internship?
• What is the main role of state associations related to the speech-language pathology profession?
• True or False: A supervisor of an intern or assistant is responsible for all client services performed by the intern or assistant.
• When must the Speech-Language Pathology Intern Plan and Agreement of Supervision Form be submitted?
• Which of the following best describes the requirement for clinical experience for a SLP intern?
• Is a state license required to practice speech-language pathology in Texas?
• Is the state license essential for legal practice in the field of speech-language pathology?
• When can a SLPA begin providing services to clients?
• Can an Assistant in Speech-Language Pathology interpret test results?
• What does "caseload" refer to in the context of speech-language pathology?
• How many hours of continuing education must a dual audiologist and SLP license holder complete to renew their dual license?
• Who is ultimately responsible for the tests administered by an assistant?
• What is the time frame within which an intern must submit the Report of Completed Internship form after completing their internship?
• How often must ASHA certification be renewed?
• What is a requirement for the assistant to maintain their license?
• Is it true that the responsibility to the client for all services provided may be delegated from the SLP supervisor to their SLPA?
• How many hours of direct supervision must be provided to the SLPA, according to the supervision regulations?
• Which of the following responsibilities can assistants in Speech-Language Pathology perform?
• True or False: Audiology Assistants can represent audiology at staff meetings.
• When does the clock start for completing the supervised hours for the assistant license?
• What statement about an SLP assistant's ability to prepare materials is true?
• What documentation is needed for a temporary certificate of registration if the Praxis exam is not passed?
• How many hours are considered full-time in Texas SLP practice?
• Can a licensed assistant complete progress reports for student report cards?
• For how many years must a licensee maintain records of their continuing education experiences?
• What type of service is defined as the provision of SLP or audiology services from a provider to a client from a different location?
• Is it true that a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) must balance their own client caseload with supervision responsibilities?
• True or False: Completing the jurisprudence exam counts as one hour of continuing education requirement for professional ethics per renewal period.
• What is the possible penalty for practicing Speech-Language Pathology without a license in Texas?
• What is the maximum time frame allowed to complete license hours after the issue date?
• Is ASHA considered an international organization?
• What duty may a speech-language pathology assistant perform if assigned by their supervisor?
• Along with the application, what other document must be submitted if a master's degree has not yet been conferred?
• How many hours of observation and clinical assisting experience must an assistant complete after receiving their license?
• For how long must both the intern and the supervisor maintain documentation of the supervisor's observations?
• What is the required number of observation hours needed for the assistant license?
• What could happen to a certified SLP who violates the code of ethics?
• How many public members are appointed to the speech-language pathology and audiology advisory board?
• What must a speech-language pathology assistant do before providing services?
• How many supervisory responsibility statements must an assistant's supervisors submit if they have jobs at two different locations?
• What does NSSLHA stand for?
• Which of the following is a requirement for a speech-language pathology license renewal?
• How many hours of continuing education are required every two years to maintain licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist?
• What happens if questions arise during an interdisciplinary team meeting?
• Can a SLPA applicant begin the Clinical Deficiency Plan before obtaining their license?
• Continuing professional education for speech-language pathologists must include which of the following areas?
• How many hours are considered part-time for speech-language pathology practice?
• What is the required number of education hours needed every 2 years to maintain certification with the American Speech-Language Hearing Association?
• What document outlines the responsibilities of ASHA membership and certification holders?
• What is defined as real-time observation and guidance by the supervisor while clinical activities are performed by the assistant?
• In which situation can a Speech-Language Pathology assistant attend an ARD meeting?
• What is the required format for the two hours of supervision of an assistant?
• What does CCC stand for in the context of clinical competence?
• What level of education is required to be a speech-language pathologist according to ASHA?
• What does ASHA stand for?
• What must an applicant with a Texas intern in speech-language pathology license submit to upgrade to a full license?
• Are Assistants in Speech-Language Pathology allowed to determine the severity of a communication disorder?
• How many hours of direct supervision must be provided to a SLPA each calendar month?
• How many hours of continuing education must a Speech-Language Pathology intern complete to renew their intern license?
• Which of the following is an appropriate task for an Audiology Assistant?
• What is the minimum number of hours required for supervisors to supervise an Assistant in Speech-Language Pathology?
• What is required for an intern to maintain documentation of the supervisor's observations after the internship?
• Can an assistant interpret the results of tests they administer?
• Which type of consultation is a licensee obligated to seek when appropriate?
• Which of the following actions is the responsibility of a licensed speech-language pathologist?
• What is the name of the document that outlines the supervisory relationship between a supervisor and a SLPA?
• How many members are there on the speech-language pathology and audiology advisory board?
• What can an SLPA do concerning research?
• Which documentation must an applicant for a Texas SLP license submit?
• True or False: A licensee providing services via telehealth is held to different standards than those providing in-person services.
• Who is ultimately responsible for the services provided by a speech-language pathology assistant?
• For a SLPA, how many hours of direct supervision may be conducted via telepractice each month?
• True or False: A license of the assistant and the supervisor must be verified.
• Can an Assistant in Speech-Language Pathology make recommendations for services or referrals?
• A SLP license is valid for how many years from the date of issuance?
• What should a supervisor of an intern or assistant verify?
• Is a speech-language pathology license considered the property of the license holder?
• How many physicians are required to be on the speech-language pathology and audiology advisory board?
• Can an Assistant in Speech-Language Pathology conduct evaluations?
• Which position does NOT have a role in the supervision of client services in speech-language pathology?
• What percentage of the internship must include direct observation and monitoring activities?
• A speech-language pathology assistant applicant who does not have the required clinical hours must obtain them through which plan?
• Are most employers required to have ASHA certification for SLPs?
• What is a requirement for speech-language pathology assistant applicants regarding clinical observation and experience?
• What is the main regulatory body overseeing speech-language pathology licenses?
• Is an assistant allowed to administer tests autonomously?
• An SLPA may administer standardized or non-standardized tests and interpret results. Is this statement true or false?
• An Assistant in Speech-Language Pathology can screen or diagnose clients for feeding and swallowing disorders. True or False?
• Which group of individuals is represented by NSSLHA?
• After receiving an SLP license, how long must one wait to start supervising assistants?
• If an intern fails the Praxis exam, what must they apply for?
• How many months prior to the date of licensure application must the Jurisprudence Examination be completed?
• Upon passing the Praxis exam, what type of license can the intern apply for?
• What is the minimum experience requirement for an SLP assistant to present IEP goals during an annual review?
• Must the supervising SLP be present when an assistant administers routine tests?
• What term is used to refer to someone completing an internship in SLP or audiology?
• Which of the following best describes the role of an SLP assistant in providing carry over activities?
• What is the maximum number of assistants an SLP can supervise in a school district?
• What is ASHA's position on SLPAs?
• What is the term for the use of telecommunications and information technologies for the exchange of information for SLP services?
• What level of degree is required to obtain a SLP license?
• What does the supervision of the SLPA include besides direct supervision?
• What is a speech-language pathology assistant (SLPA) primarily responsible for?
• Can an Assistant in Speech-Language Pathology write or sign documents for reimbursement?
• Can a Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant sign ARD paperwork during a meeting?
• What is NOT a responsibility of assistants in Speech-Language Pathology?
• If the assistant and supervisor do not have valid licenses, what will occur?
• Who must verify an applicant's clinical observation and experience hours in Speech-Language Pathology?
• An SLPA may collect and document data for quality improvement. Is this statement true or false?
• What is a requirement for an SLPA regarding the state's laws?
• What type of activities might an Audiology Assistant conduct during therapy?
• Can an SLP supervise more assistants than they can manage effectively?
• True or False: Audiology Assistants can make ear impressions.
• What is the minimum amount of supervision required for a full-time licensed assistant?
• For successful completion of the intern application, what type of transcript is required?
• In what situation can an SLP assistant not conduct screenings?
• Which of the following responsibilities can be legally performed by an SLPA?
• What is an essential requirement for applicants to maintain affiliation with ASHA?
• Is it true that if the SLP intern's supervisor ceases supervision, the intern must immediately stop practicing?
• An Assistant in Speech-Language Pathology cannot recommend specific treatment techniques. True or False?
• A SLP intern applicant must complete how many clock hours of clinical practicum if the master's degree was earned on or after January 1, 2005?
• True or False: A person whose license has expired is permitted to practice speech-language pathology.
• What is required in the application process for an intern?
• True or False: Audiology Assistants must represent themselves as assistants to the audiologist.
• Which of the following roles cannot jeopardize a client's safety?
• Will a SLPA applicant with a baccalaureate degree in a non-communicative sciences field qualify for an assistant license?
• Under what condition can SLP assistants administer routine tests?
• Which intervention technique is explicitly NOT permitted for a speech-language pathology assistant?
• Which organization is responsible for issuing licenses for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology in Texas?
• Who is licensed to provide audiological support services to clinical programs under the supervision of an audiologist?
• According to Texas law, who can supervise an SLPA?
• Which activity can assistants in Speech-Language Pathology provide?
• What role does ASHA play concerning SLPAs?
• Which license types require a criminal background check?
• What statement must be provided by the supervisor when applying for an assistant position in Speech-Language Pathology?
• True or False: An Audiology Assistant can administer assessments during aural rehabilitation therapy.
• Which degree is necessary for an audiologist as per ASHA standards?
• True or False: Direct supervision of a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) can only be performed in person.
• Which agency oversees the regulation of audiology practices in Texas?
• How long is an SLPA license valid once issued?
• What is required if a person practices without a license in Texas?
• What does maintaining objectivity ensure for a licensed speech-language pathologist?
• Can speech-language pathologists diagnose and treat cognitive aspects of communication, including memory and attention?
• Which of the following is not a category of personnel in Speech-Language Pathology recognized in Texas?
• Can an Assistant in Speech-Language Pathology participate in team meetings involving treatment planning?
• True or False: Documentation verifying continuing education hours must be submitted to the department at renewal unless selected for audit.
• Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of an Audiology Assistant?
• Should lesson plans prepared by SLPAs be reviewed by the licensed SLP?
• An Assistant in Speech-Language Pathology can present written or oral reports of client information. True or False?
• Is a supervised practicum experience required for obtaining a speech-language pathology license in Texas?
• Is a supervisor allowed to begin supervising assistants or interns before receiving validation of their licensing?
• True or False: An Audiology Assistant can interpret test results.
• Can someone work as an SLP with only ASHA CCCs?
• An SLPA may implement treatment plans. Is this statement true or false?
• When is the renewal period for SLP/Aud and Assistant licenses in Texas?
• What is required for an assistant to attend interdisciplinary team meetings?
• Can Audiology Assistants remove cerumen?
• Are Assistants in Speech-Language Pathology allowed to design or alter treatment programs?
• What is one of the responsibilities of Speech-Language Pathology Assistants (SLPAs)?
• What is the scope of practice for speech-language pathology?
• What is the first step in the application process for an Assistant in Speech-Language Pathology?
• Which of the following must be completed by supervisors after the internship?
• How many hours of supervision must each supervisor provide per calendar month to the SLPA?
• Within how many days must the Clinical Deficiency Plan be completed after the issue date of the SLPA's license?
• The temporary certificate allows practice for a period ending when?
• Can Audiology Assistants present written or oral reports of client information to anyone other than their supervisor?