Who is responsible for ensuring compliance with the registration process and ethical standards?

The responsibility for ensuring compliance with the registration process and ethical standards primarily falls on the Primary Supervising Licensee. This individual is central to the supervision and oversight of Speech-Language Pathology Assistants (SLPAs), providing guidance and support to ensure that the assistants adhere to the appropriate standards of practice. The Primary Supervising Licensee holds a significant role in maintaining the integrity of the practice, as they are directly involved in the professional development and ongoing training of SLPAs.

This supervision includes monitoring compliance with ethical guidelines and regulatory requirements, making sure that all practices are aligned with the established codes of conduct in the field. The Primary Supervising Licensee is typically a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), who also has a vested interest in the professional development of their team, thereby enhancing the quality of care provided to clients.

While other roles such as the Assistant Supervisor or Regulatory Body play important parts in the overall framework of oversight and compliance, it is the Primary Supervising Licensee who carries the primary responsibility for the day-to-day supervision and ensuring that SLPAs fulfill their duties in accordance with ethical and regulatory standards.