1995 guidelines, which include training and supervisory levels, are national in scope and can serve to promote greater uniformity in the terms used to identify speech-language pathology support personnel, training requirements, and supervisory responsibilities. It is not automatic. The purpose and content of the training programs for speech-language pathology assistants are different than those for bachelor's level education. A few states prohibit the use of support personnel. State departments of education, however, may credential speech-language pathology support personnel.
Some school districts hire assistants under the classification of teacher assistants.
Call the state licensure board or Department of Education for specific state regulations.