Midterm Exam SLPA questions and
answers graded A+
▪ Conducting a speech-language screening, without interpretation, and using screening
protocols developed by the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
▪ When competent to do so, as determined by the supervising SLP, acting as an interpreter for
non- English speaking patients or clients and their family members
▪ Providing direct treatment assistance to patients or clients under the supervision of a SLP
▪ Scheduling activities and preparing charts, records, graphs, and data
▪ Following and implementing documented treatment plans or protocols developed by a
supervising SLP
▪ Performing checks and maintenance of equipment, including, but not limited to, augmentative
communication devices
▪ Documenting patient or client progress toward meeting established goals, and reporting the
information to the supervising SLP
▪ Assisting with speech-language pathology research projects, in-service training, and family or
com - correct answer ✔✔Be familiar with the SLPA Scope of Practice according to the CA
Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board
▪ Represent himself or herself as an SLP;
▪ Perform standardized or nonstandardized diagnostic tests, formal or informal evaluations, or
swallowing screenings/checklists
▪ Perform procedures that require a high level of clinical acumen and technical skill (e.g., vocal
tract prosthesis shaping or fitting, vocal tract imaging and oral pharyngeal swallow therapy with
bolus material)
▪ Tabulate or interpret results and observations of feeding and swallowing evaluations
performed by SLPs
▪ Participate in formal parent conferences, case conferences, or any interdisciplinary team
without the presence of the supervising SLP or other designated SLP
,▪Provide interpretative information to the student/patient/client, family, or others regarding the
patient/client status or service
▪ Write, develop, or modify a student's, patient's, or client's treatment plan in any way;
▪ Assist with students, patients, or clients without follow - correct answer ✔✔Be familiar with
activities outside the scope of practice of an SLPA
Summarizing, integrating, and using data for the purpose of clinical decision making, which may
only be done by SLPs. SLPAs may summarize objective data from a session to the family or team
members - correct answer ✔✔Be familiar with what interpretation means, specifically within
the roles of SLPA/ SLP
▪ Current ASHA certification and/or state licensure
▪ Completion of at least 2 years of practice following ASHA certification
▪ Completion of an academic course or at least 10 hours of continuing education credits in the
area of supervision, completed prior to or concurrent with the first SLPA supervision experience.
▪ CA law requires a minimum of 6 hours in supervision training in the initial 2 year period of
supervision, and 3 hours of supervision training every two years thereafter
▪ The SLP:
-Will ensure that the extent, kind, and quality of the clinical work performed are consistent with
the training and experience of the assistant and shall be accountable for the assigned tasks
performed by the assistant.
-Will review client/patient records
-Monitor and evaluate assessment and treatment decisions of the assistant
-Monitor and evaluate the ability of the assistant to provide services at the site(s) where he or -
correct answer ✔✔Understand the qualifications of a Supervising SLP
▪ A total of at least 30% supervision, including at least 20% direct and 10% indirect supervision,
is required weekly.
-This ensures that the supervisor will have direct contact time with the SLPA as well as with the
student, patient, or client.
, ▪ During each week, data on every student, patient, and client seen by the SLPA should be
reviewed by the supervisor.
▪ In addition, the direct supervision should be scheduled so that all students, patients, and
clients seen by the assistant are directly supervised in a timely manner.
▪ Supervision days and time of day (morning/afternoon) may be alternated to ensure that all
students, patients, and clients receive some direct contact with the SLP at least once every 2
weeks. - correct answer ✔✔Be able to explain the supervision requirements in the first 90 days,
including how much direct and indirect time is required weekly
▪ On-site, in-view observation and guidance while a clinical activity is performed by the
assistant.
▪ This can include the supervising SLP viewing and communicating with the SLPA via
telecommunication technology as the SLPA provides clinical services, because this allows the
SLP to provide ongoing immediate feedback.
▪ Does not include reviewing a taped session at a later time.
▪ Observation of a portion of the screening or treatment procedures performed by the SLPA,
▪ Coaching the SLPA, and modeling for the SLPA
▪ The supervising SLP must be physically present during all services provided to a medically
fragile client by the SLPA (e.g., general and telesupervision). - correct answer ✔✔Understand
the differences between direct and indirect supervision: Direct Supervision
▪ Does not require the SLP to be physically present, in close proximity, or available via
telecommunication in real time while the SLPA is providing services.
▪ Activities may include:
-Demonstration tapes
-Record review
-Review and evaluation of audio- or videotaped sessions
-Supervisory conferences that may be conducted by telephone and/or live
-Secure webcam via the Internet
-The SLP will review each treatment plan as needed for timely implementation of modifications
answers graded A+
▪ Conducting a speech-language screening, without interpretation, and using screening
protocols developed by the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
▪ When competent to do so, as determined by the supervising SLP, acting as an interpreter for
non- English speaking patients or clients and their family members
▪ Providing direct treatment assistance to patients or clients under the supervision of a SLP
▪ Scheduling activities and preparing charts, records, graphs, and data
▪ Following and implementing documented treatment plans or protocols developed by a
supervising SLP
▪ Performing checks and maintenance of equipment, including, but not limited to, augmentative
communication devices
▪ Documenting patient or client progress toward meeting established goals, and reporting the
information to the supervising SLP
▪ Assisting with speech-language pathology research projects, in-service training, and family or
com - correct answer ✔✔Be familiar with the SLPA Scope of Practice according to the CA
Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board
▪ Represent himself or herself as an SLP;
▪ Perform standardized or nonstandardized diagnostic tests, formal or informal evaluations, or
swallowing screenings/checklists
▪ Perform procedures that require a high level of clinical acumen and technical skill (e.g., vocal
tract prosthesis shaping or fitting, vocal tract imaging and oral pharyngeal swallow therapy with
bolus material)
▪ Tabulate or interpret results and observations of feeding and swallowing evaluations
performed by SLPs
▪ Participate in formal parent conferences, case conferences, or any interdisciplinary team
without the presence of the supervising SLP or other designated SLP
,▪Provide interpretative information to the student/patient/client, family, or others regarding the
patient/client status or service
▪ Write, develop, or modify a student's, patient's, or client's treatment plan in any way;
▪ Assist with students, patients, or clients without follow - correct answer ✔✔Be familiar with
activities outside the scope of practice of an SLPA
Summarizing, integrating, and using data for the purpose of clinical decision making, which may
only be done by SLPs. SLPAs may summarize objective data from a session to the family or team
members - correct answer ✔✔Be familiar with what interpretation means, specifically within
the roles of SLPA/ SLP
▪ Current ASHA certification and/or state licensure
▪ Completion of at least 2 years of practice following ASHA certification
▪ Completion of an academic course or at least 10 hours of continuing education credits in the
area of supervision, completed prior to or concurrent with the first SLPA supervision experience.
▪ CA law requires a minimum of 6 hours in supervision training in the initial 2 year period of
supervision, and 3 hours of supervision training every two years thereafter
▪ The SLP:
-Will ensure that the extent, kind, and quality of the clinical work performed are consistent with
the training and experience of the assistant and shall be accountable for the assigned tasks
performed by the assistant.
-Will review client/patient records
-Monitor and evaluate assessment and treatment decisions of the assistant
-Monitor and evaluate the ability of the assistant to provide services at the site(s) where he or -
correct answer ✔✔Understand the qualifications of a Supervising SLP
▪ A total of at least 30% supervision, including at least 20% direct and 10% indirect supervision,
is required weekly.
-This ensures that the supervisor will have direct contact time with the SLPA as well as with the
student, patient, or client.
, ▪ During each week, data on every student, patient, and client seen by the SLPA should be
reviewed by the supervisor.
▪ In addition, the direct supervision should be scheduled so that all students, patients, and
clients seen by the assistant are directly supervised in a timely manner.
▪ Supervision days and time of day (morning/afternoon) may be alternated to ensure that all
students, patients, and clients receive some direct contact with the SLP at least once every 2
weeks. - correct answer ✔✔Be able to explain the supervision requirements in the first 90 days,
including how much direct and indirect time is required weekly
▪ On-site, in-view observation and guidance while a clinical activity is performed by the
assistant.
▪ This can include the supervising SLP viewing and communicating with the SLPA via
telecommunication technology as the SLPA provides clinical services, because this allows the
SLP to provide ongoing immediate feedback.
▪ Does not include reviewing a taped session at a later time.
▪ Observation of a portion of the screening or treatment procedures performed by the SLPA,
▪ Coaching the SLPA, and modeling for the SLPA
▪ The supervising SLP must be physically present during all services provided to a medically
fragile client by the SLPA (e.g., general and telesupervision). - correct answer ✔✔Understand
the differences between direct and indirect supervision: Direct Supervision
▪ Does not require the SLP to be physically present, in close proximity, or available via
telecommunication in real time while the SLPA is providing services.
▪ Activities may include:
-Demonstration tapes
-Record review
-Review and evaluation of audio- or videotaped sessions
-Supervisory conferences that may be conducted by telephone and/or live
-Secure webcam via the Internet
-The SLP will review each treatment plan as needed for timely implementation of modifications
