SECTION 111.117. Dual License in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology--License Terms; Renewals

(a) A dual license in speech-language pathology and audiology is valid for two years from the date of issuance and may be renewed biennially.

(b) A licensee is responsible for submitting all required documentation and information and paying the renewal application fee prior to the expiration date of the license.

(c) To renew a dual license in speech-language pathology and audiology, a licensee must:

(1) submit a separate renewal application form and other documents required under §111.37 and §111.77;

(2) complete 30 hours of continuing education as required under §111.130;

(3) comply with the continuing education audit process described under §111.132, if selected for an audit; and

(4) pay two separate license renewal fees required under §111.160.

(d) A licensee must successfully pass a criminal history background check pursuant to Texas Occupations Code, Chapters 51 and 53, and the department's criminal conviction guidelines in order to renew the license. The department will notify the licensee if the person needs to submit new fingerprints.

(e) For each license renewal on or after September 1, 2020, the licensee must complete the human trafficking prevention training required under Texas Occupations Code, Chapter 116, and provide proof of completion as prescribed by the department.

(f) The department may deny the renewal of the license pursuant to Texas Occupations Code §401.451.

(g) If all conditions required for renewal are met prior to expiration, the department shall issue a renewed license.

(h) A person whose license has expired may late renew the license in accordance with the procedures set out under §60.31 and §60.83 of this title.

(i) A person whose license has expired may not practice or engage in speech-language pathology or audiology.

Source Note: The provisions of this §111.117 adopted to be effective October 1, 2016, 41 TexReg 4441; amended to be effective May 1, 2018, 43 TexReg 2544; amended to be effective August 1, 2020, 45 TexReg 5172