SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST LICENSURE

SB 502 creates a new "speech-language pathology assistant" license in New Mexico, replacing the existing "apprentice" license. The bill directly affects current apprentices and future assistants by establishing clear qualifications and supervision requirements for their role. Key provisions define "speech-language pathology assistant" and specify that assistants must work under the direct supervision of licensed speech-language pathologists. The bill also repeals outdated sections of law related to the apprentice license and updates terminology for clarity.