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AK Stat § 08.06.190 (2021)
2021 Alaska Statutes|Title 8. Business and Professions|Chapter 06. Acupuncture|Sec. 08.06.190. Definitions.

In this chapter, (1) “acupuncture” means a form of healing developed from traditional Chinese medical concepts that uses the stimulation of certain points on or near the surface of the body by the insertion of needles to prevent or modify the perception of pain or to normalize physiological functions; (2) “department” means the Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development; (3) “practice of acupuncture” means the insertion of sterile acupuncture needles and the application of moxibustion to specific areas of the human body based upon acupuncture diagnosis; the practice of acupuncture includes adjunctive therapies involving mechanical, thermal, electrical, and electromagnetic treatment and the recommendation of dietary guidelines and therapeutic exercise.
AK Stat § 08.07.010 (2021)
2021 Alaska Statutes|Title 8. Business and Professions|Chapter 07. Athletic Trainers|Sec. 08.07.010. License required.

(a) An individual may not practice or offer to practice athletic training, or allow another person to offer athletic training by the individual, in the state without being licensed under this chapter, unless the individual is (1) a student in an accredited athletic trainer program who is practicing athletic training under the supervision of an athletic trainer or a person licensed to practice medicine or osteopathy under AS 08.64; (2) licensed, certified, or registered as an athletic trainer in another state and is present in the state for not more than 90 days in a calendar year for a specific athletic event or series of athletic events with an individual or group not based in the state; or (3) in the military service of the United States or as an employee of the federal government performing athletic training services within the scope of the individual's official duties. (b) This section does not prohibit a person licensed under another chapter of this title from performing functions defined as athletic training if those functions are within the scope of that person's license and the person does not use a title listed in (d) of this section. (c) Nothing in this chapter requires licensing of a coach or fitness trainer who (1) does not use a title listed in (d) of this section; and (2) is acting within the scope of the person's duties as a coach or fitness trainer. (d) Unless licensed under this chapter or exempted under (a)(2) or (3) of this section, an individual may not use the titles “athletic trainer,” “licensed athletic trainer,” “certified athletic trainer,” “athletic trainer certified,” “A.T.,” “A.T.L.,” “C.A.T.,” “A.T.C.,” or any combination of those terms to indicate that the individual is a licensed athletic trainer.
AK Stat § 08.07.020 (2021)
2021 Alaska Statutes|Title 8. Business and Professions|Chapter 07. Athletic Trainers|Sec. 08.07.020. Qualifications for license; fee; renewal.

(a) The department shall issue an athletic trainer license to an individual who (1) applies to the department on a form provided by the department; (2) meets the requirements established in regulation by the department; (3) pays the fees established by the department; and (4) provides proof of certification by the Board of Certification, Inc., or another nationally recognized professional association approved by the department. (b) An athletic trainer license may be renewed upon proof of certification by the Board of Certification, Inc., or another nationally recognized professional association approved by the department and as provided in AS 08.01.100.
AK Stat § 08.07.030 (2021)
2021 Alaska Statutes|Title 8. Business and Professions|Chapter 07. Athletic Trainers|Sec. 08.07.030. Scope of practice of athletic trainers.

(a) An athletic trainer may practice athletic training only under the direction of a person licensed to practice medicine or osteopathy under AS 08.64. In this subsection, “direction” means the physician authorizes a procedure by a verbal order if the physician is present or by written order, telecommunication, or athletic training treatment plans, protocols, or standing orders established by the physician if the physician is not present. (b) An athletic trainer shall immediately refer an athlete to an appropriate licensed health care professional if the athletic trainer determines that athletic training is contraindicated or the symptoms or conditions present require treatment outside the scope of practice of an athletic trainer. (c) The practice of an athletic trainer includes (1) the treatment of an athlete for an athletic injury or illness prevention; (2) the clinical evaluation and assessment of an athlete for an athletic injury or illness sustained or exacerbated while participating in an athletic or sport-related exercise or activity; (3) the immediate care and treatment of an athlete for an athletic injury or illness sustained or exacerbated while participating in an athletic or sport-related exercise or activity; and (4) the rehabilitation and reconditioning of an athlete from an athletic injury or illness sustained or exacerbated while participating in an athletic or sport-related exercise or activity. (d) In this section, “health care professional” has the meaning given to “health care provider” in AS 09.65.300.
AK Stat § 08.07.040 (2021)
2021 Alaska Statutes|Title 8. Business and Professions|Chapter 07. Athletic Trainers|Sec. 08.07.040. Regulations.

After consulting the professional standards issued by the Board of Certification, Inc., the board's successor, or another nationally recognized professional association approved by the department, the department shall adopt regulations to protect the public, ensure quality patient care, and regulate the licensing of athletic trainers that include (1) minimum standards for licensure as an athletic trainer; (2) minimum standards of care for practice as an athletic trainer; and (3) continuing education requirements.
AK Stat § 08.07.090 (2021)
2021 Alaska Statutes|Title 8. Business and Professions|Chapter 07. Athletic Trainers|Sec. 08.07.090. Definitions.

In this chapter, (1) “athlete” means an individual who participates in an athletic or sport-related exercise or activity, including interscholastic, intercollegiate, intramural, semiprofessional, and professional sports activities; (2) “athletic injury or illness” means an injury or illness sustained or exacerbated through participation in an activity, exercise, recreation, sport, or game requiring physical strength, range of motion, flexibility, body awareness and control, speed, stamina, or agility of a type sustained in association with sports participation as part of an educational institution, professional sports club, amateur sports club, recreational sports club, or organization; (3) “athletic trainer” means an individual who is licensed under AS 08.07.020 to practice athletic training in this state; (4) “athletic training” means injury and illness prevention and the evaluation, assessment, immediate care, treatment, rehabilitation, and reconditioning of an athletic injury or illness.
AK Stat § 08.11.010 (2021)
2021 Alaska Statutes|Title 8. Business and Professions|Chapter 11. Audiologists and Speech-language Pathologists|Sec. 08.11.010. Qualifications for audiologist license.

The department shall issue a license to practice audiology to an individual who (1) is 18 years of age or older; (2) applies on a form provided by the department; (3) pays the fee required under AS 08.11.050; (4) furnishes evidence satisfactory to the department that the person (A) has not engaged in conduct that is a ground for imposing disciplinary sanctions under AS 08.11.080; (B) holds a master's degree or doctorate in audiology from an accredited educational institution approved by the department; and either has (i) a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association or the equivalent of the certificate; or (ii) practiced audiology for two years as of January 1, 1986, or is in the process of completing the year of supervised clinical experience required for the Certificate of Clinical Competence of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
AK Stat § 08.11.015 (2021)
2021 Alaska Statutes|Title 8. Business and Professions|Chapter 11. Audiologists and Speech-language Pathologists|Sec. 08.11.015. Qualifications for speech-language pathologist license.

The department shall issue a license to practice speech-language pathology to an individual who (1) is 18 years of age or older; (2) applies on a form provided by the department; (3) pays the fee required under AS 08.11.050; (4) has not engaged in conduct that is a ground for imposing disciplinary sanctions under AS 08.11.085; and (5) furnishes evidence satisfactory to the department that the person holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence in speech-language pathology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association or the equivalent of the certificate.
AK Stat § 08.11.020 (2021)
2021 Alaska Statutes|Title 8. Business and Professions|Chapter 11. Audiologists and Speech-language Pathologists|Sec. 08.11.020. Temporary license to practice audiology as an audiologist.

(a) On receipt of the completed application the department shall issue a temporary license for the practice of audiology as an audiologist to an individual who is licensed to practice audiology in another state and has submitted to the department an application for a license under AS 08.11.010. (b) The department may issue a temporary license to the following: (1) a nonresident for the practice of audiology as an audiologist in the state for 30 days or less in a calendar year, if the individual is licensed to practice audiology in another state, territory of the United States, foreign country, or province that has requirements for a license to practice audiology that are substantially equivalent to or higher than the requirements of AS 08.11.010; (2) a nonresident for the practice of audiology as an audiologist in the state for 30 days or less in a calendar year, if the individual meets the qualifications and requirements for a license under AS 08.11.010, and resides in a state or territory of the United States or a foreign country or province that does not license individuals to practice audiology. (c) The department may impose by regulation additional limitations that it determines appropriate on a temporary license issued under this section.
AK Stat § 08.11.025 (2021)
2021 Alaska Statutes|Title 8. Business and Professions|Chapter 11. Audiologists and Speech-language Pathologists|Sec. 08.11.025. Temporary license to practice speech-language pathology as a speech-language pathologist.

(a) The department may issue a temporary license for the practice of speech-language pathology as a speech-language pathologist to an individual who is licensed to practice speech-language pathology in another state and has submitted to the department an application for a license and appropriate fees under AS 08.11.015. (b) Subject to (c) and (d) of this section, the department may issue a temporary license to the following: (1) a nonresident for the practice of speech-language pathology as a speech-language pathologist in the state for 60 days or less in a calendar year, if the individual is licensed to practice speech-language pathology in another state, territory of the United States, foreign country, or province that has requirements for a license to practice speech-language pathology that are substantially equivalent to or higher than the requirements of AS 08.11.015; (2) a nonresident for the practice of speech-language pathology as a speech-language pathologist in the state for 60 days or less in a calendar year, if the individual meets the qualifications and requirements for a license under AS 08.11.015 and resides in a state or territory of the United States or a foreign country or province that does not license individuals to practice speech-language pathology; (3) a person, whether a resident or not, who is in the process of completing a year of supervised clinical experience required for a certificate of clinical competence in speech-language pathology from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association. (c) The department shall deny a temporary license to an applicant under (b) of this section if the board finds that the applicant has committed an act that is grounds for a disciplinary sanction under AS 08.11.085. (d) The department may impose by regulation additional limitations that it determines appropriate on a temporary license issued under this section.
AK Stat § 08.11.030 (2021)
2021 Alaska Statutes|Title 8. Business and Professions|Chapter 11. Audiologists and Speech-language Pathologists|Sec. 08.11.030. Reinstatement of lapsed license or registration; renewal of suspended license or registration.

(a) [Repealed, § 49 ch 94 SLA 1987.] (b) [Repealed, § 49 ch 94 SLA 1987.] (c) The department may reinstate a lapsed license or registration if the license or registration has lapsed for less than two years and if the individual submits to the department an application for renewal and pays a delinquency fee in addition to the renewal fee. (d) A suspended license or registration is subject to expiration and must be renewed as provided in AS 08.01.100, but the renewal does not entitle the individual while the license or registration remains suspended to practice audiology, speech-language pathology, or as a speech-language pathologist assistant, or to engage in other activity or conduct that violates the order or judgment that suspended the license.
AK Stat § 08.11.040 (2021)
2021 Alaska Statutes|Title 8. Business and Professions|Chapter 11. Audiologists and Speech-language Pathologists|Sec. 08.11.040. Display of license.

(a) An individual licensed to practice audiology as an audiologist or licensed to practice speech-language pathology as a speech-language pathologist in the state shall display the license in a prominent place at each place of business of the individual. (b) If an audiologist or speech-language pathologist has more than one place of business, the department shall, on request and payment of a fee, issue a duplicate license for each place of business of the individual.
AK Stat § 08.11.043 (2021)
2021 Alaska Statutes|Title 8. Business and Professions|Chapter 11. Audiologists and Speech-language Pathologists|Sec. 08.11.043. Qualifications for speech-language pathologist assistant registration.

(a) The department shall register an individual as a speech-language pathologist assistant if the individual submits an application on a form approved by the department, pays the required fee, and (1) submits proof satisfactory to the department that the individual has successfully completed (A) an associate of applied science degree in disabilities with a speech-language support emphasis either from the University of Alaska Anchorage in affiliation with Prince William Sound Community College or from another approved program; or (B) a bachelor's degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited institution; and (2) submits proof satisfactory to the department that the individual has successfully completed 100 hours of field work supervised by a licensed speech-language pathologist. (b) Notwithstanding the requirements of (a) of this section, the department shall register an individual as a speech-language pathologist assistant if the individual provides proof satisfactory to the department that the individual has been employed in a position for at least one year preceding July 1, 2004, that includes the practice of speech-language pathologist assistant as set out in AS 08.11.042 and if the individual (1) submits an application on a form approved by the department; (2) pays the required fee; (3) submits proof satisfactory to the department that the individual has passed a competency-based checklist examination adopted by the department; and (4) submits a written recommendation from a licensed speech-language pathologist in support of the application. (c) The department shall maintain a registry of individuals registered under this section and shall notify an applicant in writing of a decision to approve or deny an application under this section. An approval is valid for two years, except as provided under AS 08.11.083. (d) The department shall renew a valid registration issued under this chapter if the speech-language pathologist assistant submits a timely application on a form approved by the department accompanied by a sworn statement that the applicant has available documentation of approved continuing education consisting of 15 clock hours for the preceding two years. The department shall approve continuing education if the education is provided at state or regional conferences, workshops, formal in-service training, independent study programs, or a combination of these, and pertains to communication disorders.
AK Stat § 08.11.045 (2021)
2021 Alaska Statutes|Title 8. Business and Professions|Chapter 11. Audiologists and Speech-language Pathologists|Sec. 08.11.045. Supervision of speech-language pathologist assistant.

(a) A speech-language pathologist qualified under (b) of this section shall design and implement a plan for supervision of a speech-language pathologist assistant that protects the client and that maintains the highest possible standard of care. The amount of supervision required in the plan must be documented and must take into account the experience and skills of the speech-language pathologist assistant, the client's needs, the service setting, the tasks assigned, and the laws governing the activities of the speech-language pathologist assistant. A plan for supervision must provide for direct supervision of the speech-language pathologist assistant for at least 50 percent of the speech-language pathologist assistant services during the first 90 days of employment of the speech-language pathologist assistant and, after the first 90 days of employment, for at least 20 percent of the speech-language pathologist assistant services. (b) A speech-language pathologist is qualified to supervise a speech-language pathologist assistant only if the speech-language pathologist is familiar with all applicable laws and (1) is licensed under this chapter; or (2) has a valid Type A or Type C teaching certificate issued under AS 14.20 with an endorsement in speech-language pathology, speech and hearing sciences, or communication disorders. (c) A speech-language pathologist qualified under (b) of this section who agrees to supervise a speech-language pathologist assistant shall (1) monitor and evaluate the services provided and documentation completed by the speech-language pathologist assistant, including the competency level for the type of client and service site and compliance with all applicable laws; (2) assist the speech-language pathologist assistant in the development of a professional development plan that includes at least 15 clock hours of approved continuing education under AS 08.11.043(d) biennially; and (3) direct the handling of emergencies by the speech-language pathologist assistant. (d) A speech-language pathologist may not supervise more than two individuals or carry a higher caseload of clients while supervising a speech-language pathologist assistant than when the speech-language pathologist was not supervising a speech-language pathologist assistant.
AK Stat § 08.11.050 (2021)
2021 Alaska Statutes|Title 8. Business and Professions|Chapter 11. Audiologists and Speech-language Pathologists|Sec. 08.11.050. Fees.

The department shall set fees under AS 08.01.065 for each of the following: (1) application; (2) credential review; (3) audiologist license and speech-language pathologist license; (4) temporary license; (5) renewal of license; (6) delinquency; (7) reinstatement; (8) duplicate license; (9) speech-language pathologist assistant registration application and renewal.
AK Stat § 08.11.070 (2021)
2021 Alaska Statutes|Title 8. Business and Professions|Chapter 11. Audiologists and Speech-language Pathologists|Sec. 08.11.070. Dealing in hearing aids.

An audiologist may deal in hearing aids as a hearing aid dealer without being licensed as a hearing aid dealer under AS 08.55, but shall comply with AS 08.55.050, 08.55.070, 08.55.100, 08.55.110(a), 08.55.110(b)(3) and (c) - (h), and 08.55.130(7) - (13) when dealing in hearing aids.
AK Stat § 08.11.080 (2021)
2021 Alaska Statutes|Title 8. Business and Professions|Chapter 11. Audiologists and Speech-language Pathologists|Sec. 08.11.080. Grounds for imposition of disciplinary sanctions on an audiologist.

(a) After a hearing, the department may impose a disciplinary sanction on an audiologist when the department finds that the licensee (1) secured a license through deceit, fraud, or intentional misrepresentation; (2) engaged in deceit, fraud, or intentional misrepresentation in the course of practicing audiology; (3) advertised professional services in a false or misleading manner; (4) has been convicted of a felony or other crime that affects the person's ability to continue to practice competently and safely; (5) continued to practice audiology after becoming unfit due to (A) professional incompetence; (B) use of drugs or alcohol in a manner that affects the person's ability to practice audiology competently and safely; (C) physical or mental disability; (6) permitted another person to use the licensee's license; (7) employed a person who does not have a valid current license to practice audiology to perform work as an audiologist covered by this chapter; (8) failed to comply with a provision of this chapter or a regulation adopted under this chapter, or an order of the department. (b) The department may not impose disciplinary sanctions on an audiologist for the evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment of a person through audio, video, or data communications when physically separated from the person if the audiologist (1) or another licensed health care provider is available to provide follow-up care; (2) requests that the person consent to sending a copy of all records of the encounter to a primary care provider if the audiologist is not the person's primary care provider and, if the person consents, the audiologist sends the records to the person's primary care provider; and (3) meets the requirements established by the department in regulation. (c) The department shall adopt regulations restricting the evaluation, diagnosis, supervision, and treatment of a person as authorized under (b) of this section by establishing standards of care, including standards for training, confidentiality, supervision, practice, and related issues.