Notice of Regulatory Change Regarding Required Professional Experience Direct Supervision Requirements
This regulatory change allows for the tele-supervision of RPE temporary licensees for up to half of the required monthly supervision hours under specified circumstances. Specifically, “direct supervision” is defined as in person, one-on-one audiovisual observation, and guidance as needed by the RPE supervisor of activities related to the practice of speech-language pathology or audiology. “Tele-supervision” is defined as synchronous, one-on-one audiovisual observation, and guidance as needed through electronic audio and video monitoring by the RPE supervisor of activities related to the practice of speech-language pathology or audiology while care is being provided to the patient.
This regulatory change provides clarity regarding when and to what degree tele-supervision can be utilized to meet the monthly supervision requirements for RPE temporary licensees. Allowing tele-supervision for up to half of the required monthly supervision hours will allow RPE temporary licensees and their supervisors greater flexibility in meeting this requirement. This regulation also protects the consumer by requiring an RPE supervisor to inform the patient about the use of tele-supervision and obtain verbal or written consent from the patient, while also ensuring an adequately trained workforce.
For additional information, the regulatory documents can be found below.
Required Professional Experience Direct Supervision Requirements and Tele-Supervision Regulations
Effective Date of Regulation: April 1, 2023
This approved regulation amends sections 1399.153 and 1399.153.3 of Article 4 of Division 13.4 of Title 16, California Code of Regulations.
