Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Removes language referring to a certificate no longer available. Clarifies what continuing certificates for speech and language pathologists require. Edits WAC 181-79A-223.

     Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: Language changes improving explanation of continuing certification for certain endorsements addressing health-type services.

     Reasons Supporting Proposal: Technical clarification.

     Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 28A.410.210.

     Rule is not necessitated by federal law, federal or state court decision.

     Name of Proponent: Professional educator standards board, governmental.

     Name of Agency Personnel Responsible for Drafting, Implementation and Enforcement: David Brenna, 600 Washington Street South, Olympia, WA 98504, (360) 725-6238.

August 3, 2011

David Brenna

Legislative and

Policy Coordinator

OTS-4199.1

AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 08-08-045, filed 3/26/08, effective 4/26/08)

WAC 181-79A-223   Academic and experience requirements for certification -- School nurse, school occupational therapist, school physical therapist and school speech-language pathologist or audiologist.   Candidates for school nurse, school occupational therapist, school physical therapist and school speech-language pathologist or audiologist certification shall apply directly to the professional education and certification office. Such candidates shall complete the following requirements, in addition to those set forth in WAC 181-79A-150, except state approved college/university professional preparation program:

     (1) School nurse.

     (a) Initial.

     (i) The candidate shall hold a valid license as a registered nurse (RN) in Washington state.

     (ii) The candidate shall hold a baccalaureate degree or higher in nursing from a program accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

     (iii) The candidate shall successfully complete thirty clock hours or three quarter hours (two semester hours) of course work approved by the professional educator standards board which will include the following course outcomes in which candidates will:

     (A) Demonstrate an understanding of school and special education law;

     (B) Understand and demonstrate knowledge of working within the culture of the schools, creating an environment that fosters safety, health, and learning for the students;

     (C) Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate resources in the school setting;

     (D) Demonstrate knowledge of collaboration with team members which may include parents, teachers, administrators, and others to support learning outcomes for all students;

     (E) Demonstrate knowledge of how to support the outcomes for all students through strategies such as scientifically based practices, collaborative teaming, and ethical decision making;

     (F) Recognize ways ESAs can use national, state, and local policies, as well as professional standards, to support decision making in educational settings;

     (G) Demonstrate an understanding of the use of human, community, and technological resources. Provided, That an individual who meets all other requirements but who has not completed the required course work shall be issued a temporary permit valid for one hundred eighty calendar days which will allow the individual to practice in the role. The candidate shall verify to OSPI the completion of the required course work during the one hundred eighty-day period.

     (b) Continuing.

     (i) The candidate shall have completed the requirements for the initial certificate as a school nurse and have completed forty-five quarter hours (thirty semester hours) of postbaccalaureate course work in education, nursing, or other health sciences.

     (ii) The candidate shall provide documentation of one hundred eighty days of full-time equivalent or more employment in the respective role with an authorized employer -- i.e., school district, educational service district, state agency, college or university, private school, or private school system -- and at least thirty days of such employment with the same employer.

     (2) School occupational therapist.

     (a) Initial.

     (i) The candidate shall hold a valid license as an occupational therapist in Washington state.

     (ii) The candidate shall hold a baccalaureate (or higher) degree from an American Occupational Therapy Association approved program in occupational therapy.

     (iii) The candidate shall successfully complete thirty clock hours or three quarter hours (two semester hours) of course work approved by the professional educator standards board which will include the following course outcomes in which candidates will:

     (A) Demonstrate an understanding of school and special education law;

     (B) Understand and demonstrate knowledge of working within the culture of the schools, creating an environment that fosters safety, health, and learning for the students;

     (C) Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate resources in the school setting;

     (D) Demonstrate knowledge of collaboration with team members which may include parents, teachers, administrators, and others to support learning outcomes for all students;

     (E) Demonstrate knowledge of how to support the outcomes for all students through strategies such as scientifically based practices, collaborative teaming, and ethical decision making;

     (F) Recognize ways ESAs can use national, state, and local policies, as well as professional standards, to support decision making in educational settings;

     (G) Demonstrate an understanding of the use of human, community, and technological resources. Provided, That an individual who meets all other requirements but who has not completed the required course work shall be issued a temporary permit valid for one hundred eighty calendar days which will allow the individual to practice in the role. The candidate shall verify to OSPI the completion of the required course work during the one hundred eighty-day period.

     (b) Continuing.

     (i) The candidate shall have completed the requirements for the initial certificate as a school occupational therapist and have completed at least fifteen quarter hours (ten semester hours) of course work beyond the baccalaureate degree in occupational therapy, other health sciences or education.

     (ii) The candidate shall provide documentation of one hundred eighty days of full-time equivalent or more employment in the respective role with an authorized employer -- i.e., school district, educational service district, state agency, college or university, private school, or private school system -- and at least thirty days of such employment with the same employer.

     (3) School physical therapist.

     (a) Initial.

     (i) The candidate shall hold a valid license as a physical therapist in Washington state.

     (ii) The candidate shall hold a baccalaureate (or higher) degree from an American Physical Therapy Association accredited program in physical therapy.

     (iii) The candidate shall successfully complete thirty clock hours or three quarter hours (two semester hours) of course work approved by the professional educator standards board which will include the following course outcomes in which candidates will:

     (A) Demonstrate an understanding of school and special education law;

     (B) Understand and demonstrate knowledge of working within the culture of the schools, creating an environment that fosters safety, health, and learning for the students;

     (C) Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate resources in the school setting;

     (D) Demonstrate knowledge of collaboration with team members which may include parents, teachers, administrators, and others to support learning outcomes for all students;

     (E) Demonstrate knowledge of how to support the outcomes for all students through strategies such as scientifically based practices, collaborative teaming, and ethical decision making;

     (F) Recognize ways ESAs can use national, state, and local policies, as well as professional standards, to support decision making in educational settings;

     (G) Demonstrate an understanding of the use of human, community, and technological resources. Provided, That an individual who meets all other requirements but who has not completed the required course work shall be issued a temporary permit valid for one hundred eighty calendar days which will allow the individual to practice in the role. The candidate shall verify to OSPI the completion of the required course work during the one hundred eighty-day period.

     (b) Continuing.

     (i) The candidate shall have completed the requirements for the initial certificate as a school physical therapist and have completed fifteen quarter hours (ten semester hours) of course work beyond the baccalaureate degree in physical therapy, other health sciences or education.

     (ii) The candidate shall provide documentation of one hundred eighty days of full-time equivalent or more employment in the respective role with an authorized employer--i.e., school district, educational service district, state agency, college or university, private school, or private school system -- and at least thirty days of such employment with the same employer.

     (4) School speech-language pathologist or audiologist.

     (a) Initial.

     (i) The candidate shall have completed all course work (except special project or thesis) for a master's degree from a college or university program accredited by the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA) with a major in speech pathology or audiology. Such program shall include satisfactory completion of a written comprehensive examination: Provided, That if any candidate has not completed a written comprehensive examination, the candidate may present verification from ASHA of a passing score on the National Teacher's Examination in speech pathology or audiology as a condition for certification.

     (ii) The candidate shall successfully complete thirty clock hours or three quarter hours (two semester hours) of course work approved by the professional educator standards board which will include the following outcomes in which candidates will:

     (A) Demonstrate an understanding of school and special education law;

     (B) Understand and demonstrate knowledge of working within the culture of the schools, creating an environment that fosters safety, health, and learning for the students;

     (C) Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate resources in the school setting;

     (D) Demonstrate knowledge of collaboration with team members which may include parents, teachers, administrators, and others to support learning outcomes for all students;

     (E) Demonstrate knowledge of how to support the outcomes for all students through strategies such as scientifically based practices, collaborative teaming, and ethical decision making;

     (F) Recognize ways ESAs can use national, state, and local policies, as well as professional standards, to support decision making in educational settings;

     (G) Demonstrate an understanding of the use of human, community, and technological resources. Provided, That an individual who meets all other requirements but who has not completed the required course work shall be issued a temporary permit valid for one hundred eighty calendar days which will allow the individual to practice in the role. The candidate shall verify to OSPI the completion of the required course work during the one hundred eighty-day period.

     (b) Continuing.

     (i) The candidate shall hold a master's degree with a major in speech pathology or audiology((, with the exception of a candidate who holds a current and valid Washington state conditional certificate in speech/language pathology as of June 30, 2003)).

     (ii) The candidate shall provide documentation of one hundred eighty days of full-time equivalent or more employment in the respective role with an authorized employer--i.e., school district, educational service district, state agency, college or university, private school, or private school system--and at least thirty days of such employment with the same employer.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 28A.410.210. 08-08-045, § 181-79A-223, filed 3/26/08, effective 4/26/08; 06-14-010, § 181-79A-223, filed 6/22/06, effective 7/23/06. 06-02-051, recodified as § 181-79A-223, filed 12/29/05, effective 1/1/06. Statutory Authority: RCW 28A.410.010. 04-04-012, § 180-79A-223, filed 1/23/04, effective 2/23/04; 99-14-012, § 180-79A-223, filed 6/24/99, effective 7/25/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 28A.305.130 (1) and (2), 28A.410.010 and 28A.150.220(4). 99-01-174, § 180-79A-223, filed 12/23/98, effective 1/23/99.]

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