Speech-language pathology paraprofessional services.

67-11-20-05. Speech-language pathology paraprofessional services. 1. Speech-language pathology paraprofessionals may only provide speech-language pathology paraprofessional services under the direct control of a supervising speech-language pathologist. 2. A level 1 speech-language pathology paraprofessional may: a. Provide speech-language screenings, without interpretation, following specified screening protocols developed by the supervising speech-language pathologist; b. Perform documented tasks developed by the supervising speech-language pathologist; c. Document students' progress toward meeting objectives and report this information to the supervising speech-language pathologist; and d. Prepare materials, perform scheduling, and maintain space or equipment. 3. A level 2 speech-language pathology paraprofessional may: a. Provide all services that a level 1 speech-language pathology paraprofessional may provide, as described in subsection 2; b. Assist the supervising speech-language pathologist with regulatory paperwork as directed. 4. A level 1 or 2 speech-language pathology paraprofessional may not: a. Make independent decisions regarding changes on the student's individual program; b. Perform standardized or nonstandardized diagnostic tests, formal or informal evaluations, or interpret test results; c. Take referrals or dismiss students from a caseload; d. Participate in conferences or other multidisciplinary team meetings without the presence of the supervising speech-language pathologist; e. Disclose confidential information either orally or in writing to anyone not designated by the supervising speech-language pathologist; f. Provide counseling to the student or family regarding a communication disorder; g. Prepare or sign any formal documentation, including an individualized education program or an assessment plan as a supervising speech-language pathologist; or h. Maintain the person's own caseload. History: Effective December 1, 2003; amended effective October 1, 2023. General Authority: NDCC 15.1-02-11, 15.1-02-16, 15.1-32-02, 15.1-32-09 Law Implemented: NDCC 15.1-02-11, 15.1-32-02, 15.1-32-09; 20 USC 1412(a)(15); 20 USC 6319(c)-(f); 34 CFR 200.58