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  1. 1Which status authorizes private-clinic speech-language pathology practice in Washington?

    1. A. Active SLP license or SLP interim permit
    2. B. Inactive SLP license
    3. C. SLP assistant certificate
    4. D. Facility business license only

    Answer: A

    Explanation: RCW 18.35.020(3) requires "a licensed speech-language pathologist or ... a speech-language pathology interim permit."

    Reference: Rcw 18 35 — RCW 18.35.020(3)

  2. 2Which exam must a Washington SLP credential applicant take?

    1. A. Praxis speech-language pathology exam
    2. B. Praxis audiology exam
    3. C. International Licensing Exam
    4. D. Hearing-aid practical exam

    Answer: A

    Explanation: WAC 246-828-020(4) requires "the Praxis speech-language pathology exam."

    Reference: WAC 246-828-020: — WAC 246-828-020(4)

  3. 3Which misconduct category covers concealing a material fact during license reinstatement?

    1. A. Licensure misrepresentation
    2. B. Patient-care negligence
    3. C. Practice while impaired
    4. D. Sexual misconduct

    Answer: A

    Explanation: RCW 18.130.180(2) lists "Misrepresentation or concealment of a material fact" in licensure or reinstatement as unprofessional conduct.

    Reference: Rcw 18 130 — RCW 18.130.180(2)

  4. 4May excess CE hours be carried into the next Washington reporting cycle?

    1. A. No
    2. B. Yes, up to 5
    3. C. Yes, up to 10
    4. D. Yes, without limit

    Answer: A

    Explanation: WAC 246-12-230 says excess hours "cannot be carried forward to the next reporting cycle."

    Reference: Wac 246 12 — WAC 246-12-230

  5. 5What is the minimum degree level Washington accepts from an SLP applicant?

    1. A. Associate degree
    2. B. Bachelor's degree
    3. C. Master's degree or equivalent
    4. D. Postbaccalaureate certificate

    Answer: C

    Explanation: RCW 18.35.040(2)(a)(ii) requires "a master's degree or the equivalent, or a doctorate degree or the equivalent" from a board-approved institution, making the master's level the minimum.

    Reference: Wac 246 828 — RCW 18.35.040(2)(a)(ii)

  6. 6Who recommends the passing score for the SLP Praxis under current Washington rule?

    1. A. Examination administrator
    2. B. Applicant's employer
    3. C. County board
    4. D. Graduate school

    Answer: A

    Explanation: WAC 246-828-020(4) requires a passing score "as recommended by the examination administrator."

    Reference: WAC 246-828-020: — WAC 246-828-020(4)

  7. 7Which misconduct category covers false or misleading advertising by an SLP?

    1. A. Unsafe staff supervision
    2. B. Advertising misconduct
    3. C. Controlled-substance diversion
    4. D. Practice beyond competence

    Answer: B

    Explanation: RCW 18.130.180(3) includes "All advertising which is false, fraudulent, or misleading" as unprofessional conduct.

    Reference: Rcw 18 130 — RCW 18.130.180(3)

  8. 8Beyond education and practicum, what experience must a Washington SLP applicant complete?

    1. A. Board-approved postgraduate work experience
    2. B. Undergraduate clinical observation
    3. C. Graduate clinical practicum
    4. D. Independent practice before licensure

    Answer: A

    Explanation: RCW 18.35.040(2)(a)(iii) requires "postgraduate professional work experience approved by the board."

    Reference: Wac 246 828 — RCW 18.35.040(2)(a)(iii)

  9. 9What must an interim-permit applicant already have completed?

    1. A. Academic coursework and practicum
    2. B. Postgraduate work experience
    3. C. Licensing examination
    4. D. Active-license renewal

    Answer: A

    Explanation: WAC 246-828-045(1)(a) requires "academic course work and clinical practicum" under RCW 18.35.040.

    Reference: Wac 246 828 — WAC 246-828-045(1)(a)

  10. 10Negligent practice creates unreasonable risk but no injury yet. What follows?

    1. A. Unprofessional conduct may exist
    2. B. Actual injury must occur first
    3. C. A criminal conviction must occur first
    4. D. An employer sanction must occur first

    Answer: A

    Explanation: RCW 18.130.180(4) covers conduct that "creates an unreasonable risk that a patient may be harmed."

    Reference: Rcw 18 130 — RCW 18.130.180(4)

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  • Chapter 18.35 RCW — Hearing and speech services
  • Chapter 246-828 WAC — Hearing and speech
  • Chapter 18.35A RCW — Audiology and speech-language pathology interstate compact
  • RCW 18.130.050 and 18.130.180 — Disciplining authority and unprofessional conduct
  • WAC 246-12-230 — Carrying over of continuing education credits

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