§ 2-302. Qualifications -- Audiologists

   (a) In general. -- To qualify for a license to practice audiology, an applicant shall be an individual who meets the requirements of this section.

(b) Moral character. -- The applicant shall be of good moral character.

(c) Educational, clinical, and employment requirements. -- The applicant shall:

   (1) On or before September 30, 2007:

      (i) Hold a master's or doctoral degree in audiology from an accredited educational institution which incorporates the academic course work and the minimum hours of supervised clinical training required by the regulations adopted by the Board; and

      (ii) Have completed the period of supervised postgraduate professional practice in audiology as specified by the regulations adopted by the Board;

   (2) On or after October 1, 2007, hold a doctoral degree in audiology from an accredited educational institution which incorporates the academic course work and the minimum hours of supervised clinical training required by the regulations adopted by the Board; or

   (3) Qualify for a license under § 2-305 of this subtitle.

(d) Examination. -- Except as otherwise provided in this title, the applicant shall:

   (1) Pass an examination in audiology required by the regulations adopted by the Board; and

   (2) Complete training consistent with the standards established by:

      (i) The Accreditation Commission for Audiology Education; or

      (ii) The Counsel of Academic Accreditation.

(e) Oral competency. -- The applicant shall demonstrate oral competency.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 43, § 791, 793; 1981, ch. 8, § 2; 1987, ch. 477; 1990, ch. 6, § 11; 1992, ch. 326, § 3; 1998, ch. 44; 2007, ch. 391.