Requirements for bilingual-multicultural endorsement

(Repealed effective July 1, 2028.) A bilingual-multicultural endorsement shall be issued to any person who: A. files a completed application, accompanied by the required fees and documentation; certifies that the applicant is not guilty of any of the activities listed in Section 61-14B-21 NMSA 1978; and submits satisfactory evidence that the applicant: (1) is eligible for and in the process of obtaining a license to practice as a speech-language pathologist; (2) has completed the required education as determined by rule; (3) has met experience requirements approved by the board; and (4) has demonstrated proficiency in the specified language as determined by the board; or B. files a completed application accompanied by the required fees and documentation; certifies that the applicant is not guilty of any of the activities listed in Section 61-14B-21 NMSA 1978; and submits satisfactory evidence that the applicant: (1) has an active license in good standing in the state of New Mexico as a speech-language pathologist; (2) has a current bilingual endorsement from the public education department; or (3) has a minimum of five years practicing with clients who utilize a language other than English and has demonstrated proficiency in the specified language as determined by the board; or C. files a completed application, accompanied by the required fees and documentation; certifies that the applicant is not guilty of any of the activities listed in Section 61-14B-21 NMSA 1978; and submits satisfactory evidence that the applicant: (1) has a license in good standing in another state or country as a speech- language pathologist; (2) has a minimum of five years practicing with clients who utilize a language other than English; and (3) has demonstrated proficiency in the specified language as determined by the board. History: Laws 2013, ch. 110, § 16; 2015, ch. 110, § 5.